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CITY OF CHEROKEE, IOWA

PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Parks Superintendent: Duane Mummert Community Center Phone No.:  712-225-2715
Parks Assistant:  Steve Thill Park Dept. Shop No.:  712-225-3108
Recreation Director:  Dan Rollison Recreation Coordinator:  Connie Ladwig


SEE ACTIVITIES PAGE FOR CURRENT RECREATION EVENTS!!!!

The Cherokee Parks Department plans, acquires, develops and maintains high-quality parks to beautify and enhance the City of Cherokee.  The crown jewel of the city park system is beautiful Spring Lake Park, located along Hwy. 59 South.   This park has 40 camping spaces, 16 with electrical, water and sewer hookups, shower and restroom facilities, asphalt paved walking/jogging trail, modern playground equipment, paddle boats, fishing and many shelter facilities including the Spring Lake Yacht Club.  Directly across the highway is Wescott Park, which contains ball diamonds, concession stand and restroom facilities.

To reserve shelter space, Spring Lake Yacht Club (full kitchen facilities), or community center space, please call 712-225-2715.  Wireless internet is available in the large meeting room at the community center. To reserve camping spaces please call 712-225-3108.

The City of Cherokee has a very active Recreation Department. Programs offered throughout the year include:

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Off-Shore Masters Golf Tournament

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Hershey Track Meet

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Youth Outdoor Soccer

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Youth Flag Football

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Adult Softball Leagues

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Women's/Co-ed Volleyball Leagues

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Cherokee Aquatic Center (under construction, to be open summer of 2007_

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Junior Basketball

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Men's Basketball League

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Youth Tennis Camps

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Junior Cheerleading Camp

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Red Cross Swim Lessons

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River's Edge Disc Golf Course

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Fishing Derby