Wahoo Parks and Recreation offers a Summer Camp program that is centered on learning, succeeding, making friends, and building skills that will last a lifetime. The children and their counselors participate in a large variety of activities with the ultimate goal of having a summer of fun!
Program Format
11 weekly sessions beginning May 24th through August 6th. Camp hours are 7:30am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday. Campers will begin and end their day at the Civic Center. Typical daily activities may include swimming, basketball, kickball, soccer, group games, and other physical activities. Creative time includes arts, crafts, library, and special theme days.
Ages
Any child in kindergarten through 5th grade during the current 2020-2021 school year.
Enrollment
Registration is underway! Registrations are only accepted in person at the Civic Center front desk. Registration will continue until the program is full. Don't delay, as space is limited. To enroll, download and complete the three forms below.
Parental Consent/Medical Authorization Form
Cost
Weekly Fee: Members: $105/child Non-Members: $125/child
Registration requires a $15 per child, per week, non-refundable deposit which is applied to the weekly fee (leaving a balance of $90 or $110). All deposits are due at the time of registration. The remaining weekly camp fee payment must be made via automatic bank account withdrawal (checking or savings acct.). Payments will be processed on the Thursday before the week(s) your child attends. Please complete the ACH authorization form (above) as part of the registration process.
What to Bring?
Campers should bring a swim suit, towel, sack lunch and two daily snacks. Snacks also may be purchased at the Civic Center or Aquatic Center.
Swim Lessons
Campers that would like to sign up for summer swim lessons at the Aquatic Center may do so. Parents should sign up for classes at 10:00am in any of the summer sessions. Camp counselors will escort the campers to and from swim lessons each day.
Camp Staff
The Summer Camp will be staffed with qualified local college and high school students. All staff has prior experience working in after school and summer camp programs. In prior years, the summer camp was coordinated by a certified school teacher.
Questions
Contact Bob Schmidt at (402) 443-4174 or via email here.
Program Philosophy
The mission of all Wahoo Parks and Recreation youth sports programs is to promote a fun, yet challenging environment in which participants are introduced to and taught the basics of a given sport. The program is strictly recreational in nature and emphasizes equal opportunity for involvement and participation.
Registration Period
Now through March 2nd. Any registrations received after March 2nd will incur a $10 late fee and will be accepted on an 'as needed' basis.
Registration Form and Fees
Click here for registration form and fee schedule. Click here for online registration instructions. To begin the online registration process, click on the link below.
Program Format
League games will be played on Saturday mornings and Monday evenings if needed. All teams will play a round robin schedule and are guaranteed a minimum of six games. Depending upon weather, league play may begin as early as mid-March (an announcement regarding this will be made by March 16th). More than likely, teams will be coed (boys & girls together), however separate boys and girls teams may be formed if sufficient registration numbers exist. The league will have some conflicts with youth volleyball. Please note on your registration form if your child is also playing volleyball!
Leagues (Note: The following is subject to change dependent upon enrollment numbers and volunteer coaches.)
Pre-K & Kindergarten Instructional League: Participants must be 4 years old by March 1, 2021. Games are played 6 vs. 6 with approximately 8-9 players on a team. A size 3 ball is used. No goalie is used and no game scores or league standings are kept. The fundamentals of the game such as dribbling, passing, throw-ins, and teamwork will be emphasized. Volunteer parent coaches will lead a 20-30 minute practice followed by an informal scrimmage. No practices will be held outside of the scheduled 'games' so players simply need to attend the scheduled games. Coaches will not contact the parent/player in advance.
1st & 2nd Grade Micro Soccer: Games are played 6 vs. 6 with approximately 8-9 players on a team. A size 4 ball is used. No goalie is used and no game scores or league standings are kept. The fundamentals of the game such as dribbling, passing, throw-ins, and teamwork will be emphasized.
3rd through 6th Grade Soccer: Games are played 7 vs. 7 with approximately 10-11 players on a team. A size 5 ball is used. Goalies will be used. The level of play is more aggressive while focusing on fundamentals.
Equipment
Shin guards are required. Soft rubber spiked shoes only. No hard plastic or metal cleats are allowed! Tennis shoes are acceptable. Soccer balls will be provided. Shin guards and shoes are player’s responsibility.
OUT-OF-TOWN TEAMS OR CLUB ORGANIZATIONS - ROSTERS: All kids in each community and school are able to play on your team. If a child is interested and not asked, WP&R reserves the right to place them on your roster if not enough children remain to create another team from the community/school.
OUT-OF-TOWN TEAMS OR CLUB ORGANIZATIONS - DISCOUNT: Any organization that can agree to the above and also agree to follow the uniform policy below is eligible to receive a $10 discount per player. All players on your team must be paid with ONE check! Coaches are to gather all registrations, staple together, and mail/drop off forms in an envelope with full payment to Wahoo Parks and Rec Attn: Bob Schmidt, 310 North Linden Wahoo NE 68066.
MULTIPLE TEAM DISCOUNT: Any community and/or club organization that is sponsoring three or more teams should contact Bob Schmidt for a multiple team discount rate. Communities and clubs with multiple teams must divide those team rosters as evenly as possible via grade and skill (unless approved otherwise).
WP&R Formed Teams
Team rosters are formed via random selection. Parents may request their child be placed on a team with one other child for legitimate carpooling reasons. Some carpooling requests may not occur. This information needs to be indicated on the registration form (no exceptions). Once teams are formed, coaches are responsible for contacting players on their rosters to set up practices and distribute information. Pre-K & K soccer teams do not have practices and as a result coaches will not contact players.
Uniforms
Youth participating in Wahoo Parks and Recreation youth sports need to have two uniform t-shirts, one red and one blue. The playing schedule dictates which color shirt to wear for each game. These shirts are used for all youth sport programs and are available in a variety of youth and adult sizes. They are available for purchase at the Civic Center. Community/club organization teams will need to have a uniform shirt approved by the league director.
Coaches
Wahoo Parks and Recreation utilizes volunteer coaches for all youth sport programs. All head coaches are required to attend the coaches' meeting or meet with the league director. Instruction on general coaching philosophy and principles as well as sport-specific information will be discussed.
Schedules & Start Date
An announcement regarding specific start date and release of schedules will be made on this web page on or before March 16th. Our intention is to start the league in late March. The specific start date and schedule release date may be adjusted due to weather and/or field conditions.
Refunds
Refunds will only be approved if a child is unable to play due to injury. Any requests for refunds should be directed to Bob Schmidt.
Miscellaneous
Participants and their parents/guardians should be aware that there is a risk of injury during participation in Wahoo Parks and Recreation youth sports due to the inherent nature of the activities. Individuals participate in Parks and Recreation youth sports at their own risk.
Concussion Policy
In compliance with the Nebraska Concussion Awareness Act (LB 260), the Wahoo Parks and Recreation Department has adopted a policy regarding concussions, head injury, and concussed athletes. Coaches and parents should familiarize themselves with the policy. Click here to view and download the policy.
Coaches, players, and parents should also visit the DHHS concussion page to view information regarding concussions including approved training, videos, fact sheets, and other resources. Visit here for more information.
Questions
Contact Bob Schmidt at (402) 443-4174 or email here.
Note: The postponed games from 2/6 will be played on 3/13 at their regularly scheduled times.
Program Philosophy
The mission of all Wahoo Parks and Recreation youth sport programs is to promote a fun, yet challenging environment in which participants are introduced to and taught the basics of a given sport. The program is strictly recreational in nature and emphasizes equal opportunity for involvement and participation.
Participant Eligibility
Participants must be a current 2nd grader or a 1st grader who participated in this year's WP&R 1st & 2nd Grade Basketball Clinic.
Registration Period
Registration has ended.
Registration Form and Fees
Click here for the registration form. Click here for online registration instructions. To begin the online registration process, click on the link below.
Program Format
Volunteer coaches will lead a 10-15 minute practice followed by an informal game that includes two, 10 minute halves (WP&R staff will officiate). Game scores will not be kept and teams will likely be coed. The informal games will be an exciting opportunity for the children to practice the skills they have learned. “Man to Man” defense will be the only defense allowed in this league so children have a chance to work on their individual defensive skills. The five-week league will be held on Saturday mornings starting February 6th. No other practices are held outside of these scheduled times. The league schedule with team rosters will be available on this webpage on or before February 1st.
Equipment
All equipment will be provided.
Uniforms
Youth participating in Wahoo Parks and Recreation youth sports are required to wear two uniform t-shirts, one blue and one red. The playing schedule dictates which color shirt to wear for each practice/game. These shirts are used for all youth sport programs and are available in a variety of youth and adult sizes and can be purchased at the Civic Center for $6 each.
Schedules
The practice/game schedule and team rosters will be available on this webpage on or before February 1st.
Miscellaneous
Participants and their parents/guardians should be aware that there is a risk of injury during participation in Wahoo Parks and Recreation youth sports due to the inherent nature of the activities. Individuals participate in Parks and Recreation youth sports programs at their own risk.
Concussion Policy
In compliance with the Nebraska Concussion Awareness Act (LB 260), the Wahoo Parks and Recreation Department has adopted a policy regarding concussions, head injury, and concussed athletes. Coaches and parents should familiarize themselves with the policy. Click here to view and download the policy.
Coaches, players, and parents should also visit the DHHS concussion page to view information regarding concussions including approved training, videos, fact sheets, and other resources. Visit here for more information.
Questions
Contact Kevin Stuhr at (402) 443-4174 or email here.
Program Philosophy
The mission of all Wahoo Parks and Recreation youth sport programs is to promote a fun, yet challenging environment in which participants are introduced to and taught the basics of a given sport. The program is strictly recreational in nature and emphasizes equal opportunity for involvement and participation.
Registration Period
Now through February 9th. Any registrations received after February 9th will incur a $10 late fee. Registrations received after February 9th will only be accepted 'as needed'. Note: Teams will be formed via school affiliation unless a lack of numbers from your school exist to form a 'school team'.
Registration Form and Fees
Click here for the registration form and fee schedule. Click here for online registration instructions. To register online, click on the link below.
Program Format
2nd Grade, 3rd & 4th Grade, and 5th & 6th Grade leagues will be offered. All league matches will be played on Saturdays and Monday evenings if needed. League play will begin in mid-March. All teams will play a round robin schedule and are guaranteed a minimum of six matches. All matches are played 6 vs. 6. All children receive equal playing time. Doubleheaders may be scheduled to reduce travel time and help avoid schedule conflicts. Game schedules specific to a communities' needs will be developed to avoid basketball and softball. If you are a coach, please inform Bob of these potential conflicts so they can be avoided!
OUT-OF-TOWN TEAMS OR CLUB ORGANIZATIONS - ROSTERS: All kids in each community and school are able to play on your team. If a child is interested and not asked, WP&R reserves the right to place them on your roster if not enough children remain to create another team from the community/school. Communities and organizations with multiple teams must divide those team rosters as evenly as possible via grade and skill (unless otherwise approved).
OUT-OF-TOWN TEAMS OR CLUB ORGANIZATIONS - DISCOUNT: Any organization that can agree to the above and follow the uniform policy while also sponsoring three or more teams is eligible to receive a $10 discount per player. All players on your team must be paid with ONE check! Coaches are to gather all registrations, staple together, and mail/drop off forms in an envelope with full payment to Wahoo Parks and Rec Attn: Bob Schmidt, 310 North Linden Wahoo NE 68066.
COVID Protocols
With the current COVID-related environment, an email will be sent to participants/families which will outline any specific protocols for practices and games.
Equipment
All players must wear tennis shoes with non-marking soles. Volleyballs are provided. Kneepads are recommended.
Uniforms
Youth participating in Wahoo Parks and Recreation youth sports are required to wear WP&R approved uniform t-shirts (primarily the blue & red WP&R shirts). Community teams and organizations will need to wear a shirt approved via Bob Schmidt.
Rosters
Teams are formed via school affiliation and by the league director. All rosters, including out-of-town rosters, must be approved by Bob Schmidt. Parents may request their child be placed on a team with one other child for legitimate carpooling purposes. Some car pooling requests may not occur. This information needs to be indicated on the registration form (no exceptions). Once teams are formed, coaches are responsible for contacting players on their rosters to set up practices and distribute information.
Coaches
Wahoo Parks and Recreation utilizes volunteer coaches for all youth sport programs. All head coaches are required to attend the coaches meeting or meet with the league director. Instruction on general coaching philosophy and principles as well as sport specific information will be discussed.
Schedules
An announcement regarding schedules will be posted by March 4th on this web page.
Refunds
Refunds will only be issued if a child is unable to play due to injury. Any requests for refunds should be directed to Bob Schmidt.
Miscellaneous
Participants and their parents/guardians should be aware that there is a risk of injury during participation in Wahoo Parks and Recreation youth sports due to the inherent nature of the activities. Individuals participate in Parks and Recreation youth sports programs at their own risk.
Concussion Policy
In compliance with the Nebraska Concussion Awareness Act (LB 260), the Wahoo Parks and Recreation Department has adopted a policy regarding concussions, head injury, and concussed athletes. Coaches and parents should familiarize themselves with the policy. Click here to view and download the policy.
Coaches, players, and parents should also visit the DHHS concussion page to view information regarding concussions including approved training, videos, fact sheets, and other resources. Visit here for more information.
Questions
Contact Bob Schmidt at (402) 443-4174 or email here.
If you are interested in working for the Wahoo Parks and Recreation Department, please submit an official City of Wahoo Employment Application. Click here to download a 'fillable' application packet. All applications are kept on file for a minimum of 12 months. Completed applications should be returned to the Parks and Recreation office at the following address:
310 N. Linden St. Wahoo, NE 68066
Currently open positions with WP&R are posted below. (as of 1/4/21)
Under the supervision of the Parks Foreman, performs a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance, upkeep, repair and operation of city parks, recreational facilities and buildings. Exercises independent judgment in decision making and prioritizes work. This position will supervise the work of seasonal workers to assure maximum utilization of assigned skills, facilities, and equipment.
Education/Training: Graduation from high school or equivalent GED; one year of experience in parks, grounds, landscape, and/or building maintenance; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
License/Certification: Must have or have the ability to obtain a valid Nebraska driver's license; must be able to respond from home to work within 20 minutes under normal weather conditions. Must be able to obtain CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), and Pesticide Applicator License (non-commercial) within six months of employment.
Compensation and Benefits: This is a non-exempt, full-time position with full City benefits. Position requires working irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by maintenance needs and facility schedules. Flexibility to be available for emergency call-outs during off time is also necessary. All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of a background check including driving record.
Application Procedure: A completed City of Wahoo employment application should be returned to: Wahoo Parks and Recreation Department, 310 N. Linden St., Wahoo, NE 68066. First review of applications will begin on Monday, January 25th. Application packets are available at the Wahoo Civic Center, by emailing stuhr@wahoo.ne.us, or by using the links below. Inquiries may be directed to Kevin at (402) 443-4174. The position is open until filled.
Click on the links below for more details and information regarding the position and associated benefits.
Application Form (Fillable)
We are offering twice weekly, 30-minute orientation sessions that provide a general overview of the equipment in the fitness and weight rooms at the Civic Center. Also included is basic level training and workout information. The orientation sessions are open to new and current Civic Center members. Sessions are held on Tuesdays from 6:30pm-7pm and Thursdays from 11:15am-11:45am.
The sessions will be led by ACSM Certified Trainer April Kassebaum. Participants should bring something to take notes (i.e. notebook and pencil or electronic device) and should arrive 10 minutes early for check-in.
Each session has limited space and pre-registration is required. Register in advance by clicking on the 'Sign Up Genius' link below and choose your orientation session.
Please refer to the specific information below (in red) which explains any COVID-related modifications and protocols that are in place at the current time. If you have any questions or need additional information, contact us via email here or call (402) 443-4174.
Physical Distancing
Adherence to distancing guidelines while in the facility is recommended.
Safety Measures
Visit here to find out about what we're doing to keep our patrons as safe as possible as well as steps you can take to help us keep you safe while in our facility.
Other Restrictions
Hours of Operation
| Monday through Thursday | 5:00am-9:00pm |
| Friday | 5:00am-6:00pm |
| *Saturday | 7:00am-5:00pm |
| *Sunday | 1:00pm-5:00pm |
*Note: The Civic Center closes at 8pm Monday-Thursday, 4pm on Saturday and is closed on Sundays during the summer from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Holiday hours are posted in the facility.
Daily Fees
Use of all Civic Center activity areas is free for members. Non-members can choose to pay a daily fee which entitles them to use of the facility for the entire day. Current daily fees are as follows:
| Ages 3-7 | $3 |
| Ages 8-18 | $5 |
| Ages 19+ | $8 |
Note: Over the noon hour (12pm-1pm) Monday through Friday, a special rate of $4 is offered for all non-members. This includes walkers/joggers using the gym from 1:15pm-2:15pm.
Punch Cards
As a short-term option, a 10-visit punch card may be purchased for $45 which allows for single visits by non-members. Each punch is good for one person for the entire day. The card may be transferred (i.e. given as a gift). Purchasing a punch card does not carry the same benefits as a Civic Center membership as the user is not eligible for reduced rates on Parks and Recreation programs or Aquatic Center season passes.
Facility Schedule
Click on the header or an individual date to view the daily schedule of events at the Civic Center.
For Civic Center members only...a new, low impact class for all fitness levels! Click here for more information and details about the class.
Please Note: Our current fitness class schedule is listed below.
Come join one of our fitness classes and make the commitment to get in shape and feel good about yourself. No class registration necessary. Classes run continuously, so join at any time. Simply purchase a fitness punch card…good for any fitness class the Parks and Recreation Department offers. Each card contains 10 punches with no expiration date…so come as often as you like as your schedule allows. Card price is $35 for Civic Center members and $50 for non-members plus sales tax. You may also pay the single class fee of $4 for members and $6 for non-members plus sales tax. Cards may be purchased at the Civic Center front desk. Contact the Civic Center at 443-4174 if you need additional information.
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 9:00am | Water Aerobics | ||||
| 1:00pm | Civic Center Classic | ||||
| 7:30pm | Ai Chi & Water Walking | Ai Chi & Water Walking |
