Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 03/13/2025

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6. 1. Park and Recreation Commission Meeting Date: 03/13/2025 Primary Strategic Plan Initiative: Connect the community through Parks, Trails and Recreational Programming. Information Title: Recreation Program Review, Update, and Future Forecast Purpose/Background: Provide information on upcoming recreation programs as well as future forecast. Upcoming Programs, Registration Deadlines, and New Releases 5K Races Stay on track with your 2025 fitness goals and sign up for one of Ramsey's 5K races! Whether you're joining the brand-new Dash and Dine 5K or the community -favorite Happy Days 5K, both events are open to all levels and feature a scenic route on a USATF-certified course at Elmcrest Park. Get a $5 off discount when you sign up for both races! The Dash and Dine 5K includes a t-shirt and $10 voucher for one of the food trucks at the event. The Happy Days 5K includes a long sleeve t-shirt. • Dash and Dine 5K • Race T-shirt design just released, now visible on the registration site! • Date: Sa., May 17 1 9:30 a.m. • Cost: Early pricing is now at $40 (valid through March 16) • This race is scheduled the same weekend as the annual Garage Sale Trail — this year partnered with Elk River for a bigger and better sale weekend! • Happy Days 5K • Date: Sa., Sept. 6 1 8:00 a.m. • Cost: Early pricing starts at $30 • Includes a long-sleeved tech -blend shirt. • More information on Happy Days can be found here. 55+ Day Trip: Munsinger Gardens Experience a delightful day in St. Cloud exploring gardens, dining, and history! Begin with a visit to the Munsinger and Clemens Gardens nestled along the Mississippi River shores. These nationally renowned gardens attract visitors from all over the world. Following the garden visit, fill up with a delicious lunch at Coyote Moon Grille before heading to the Stearns County History Museum for a guided tour. • Date: Wed., July 23 • Cost: $92/person. Includes roundtrip transportation on a coach bus, lunch, and entry to all locations. • Registration: Registration is open until June 22 or until full. No refunds or registrations can be taken after this date. Line Dancing Back by popular demand- Line Dancing! Each week features a new dance and a quick review of past ones, so no worries if you miss a class. Suitable for all ages and levels, no partner required just bring a water bottle and get ready to dance! Led by Karen Ann Stark, an experienced instructor and former choreographer of the Bootscooters Dance Team. More dates to be announced soon! • Dates: • Day Date Time • Tu. March 4 5:30 — 6:30 p.m. • Tu. March 18 5:30 — 6:30 p.m.