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Meet Phil, our Senior Forestry Technician! Caring for thousands of trees across Wentzville’s parks starts with his tree inventory work, where he records details like health, size and species into a digital database. This monitoring is especially important because it helps identify trees that may need pruning, treatment, or other care to stay healthy and prevent issues from spreading.
If a tree becomes infected or infested, it can impact surrounding trees, so completing this process is essential for keeping our parks safe, healthy and thriving. Treatment can include pruning damaged or diseased branches, applying safe pest or disease treatments, improving soil and root care, or in some cases, removing the tree to protect others. Thanks to Phil’s behind-the-scenes efforts, Wentzville’s parks will continue to grow strong and vibrant for years to come. 🌳
After what we realize has been a prolonged closure due to safety concerns, we are pleased to share that re-construction to the boardwalk at Heartland Park has officially begun! We know this repair has been long-awaited and we are excited to have visible progress to share.
Repairs will be ongoing throughout the fall and while construction is underway, guests at Heartland Park can expect intermittent impact on access to parts of the park. Please stay tuned for future updates.
For more details on this project, visit www.wentzvillemo.gov/HeartlandBoardwalk.
Run or walk through a festive course at Rotary Park, illuminated by dazzling holiday lights at our Holiday Night Lights 5K and Fun Run on Dec. 7! Dress up in your favorite holiday gear, jingle all the way and enjoy cheerful music as you go. This event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels! 🎄✨
After you cross the finish line, we`ll have water and snacks waiting for you.
Don’t miss this fun night for the whole family. Let`s dash into the holiday spirit together! For more information and to register tap our #LinkInBio.
We have some great youth basketball programs to help kick-off the fall season! From three-year-olds to 12-year-olds, we have a program that will fit your kiddos needs. 🏀
Skyhawks Basketball Skills: Training begins Oct. 13 but register by Oct. 6. This program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. We will focus on the player as a whole teaching sportsmanship and teamwork. Players will also learn the fundamentals of passing, shooting, ball handling, rebounding and defense.
Hoopster Tots: Sessions begin Oct. 13 but register by Oct. 6. These forty-five minute programs are brought to you by Skyhawks Sports Academy where they will focus on dribbling, shot technique, passing and teamwork.
Bobby Wallace Basketball Skills Training: Training begins Oct. 26 but register by Oct. 19. Bobby Wallace is an experienced coach looking forward to teaching your kids the fundamental skills of basketball.
Register today by visiting our #LinkInBio or calling (636) 332-9236.
If a neighbor, friend or family member were to suffer a sudden cardiac arrest, would you know what to do? In this one-hour class, St. Charles County Ambulance District team members will discuss the science behind cardiac arrest and why good chest compressions are so important. Other topics will include how to use an AED to provide a shock to the patient`s heart. Though younger children may not be able to achieve proper compression depth, it’s never too early to initiate the conversation so all ages are welcome to attend.
Register by Oct. 20 to attend the Oct. 27 class, Oct. 30 to attend the Oct. 30 class and Nov. 12 to attend the Nov. 19 class. Register using the #LinkInBio.
Spooky season is almost here and we’ve got three fun Halloween events coming your way! 👻
Dunkin’ for Pumpkins on Oct. 10– Have your kiddos splash into the WREC pool and pick their very own floating pumpkin!🎃
Frights and Bites on Oct. 17 – A night full of food trucks, kids’ activities and an outdoor showing of Hocus Pocus! 🍔
Monster Mash Trunk-or-Treat on Oct. 25– Trick-or-treat from decorated trunks, play games, enjoy inflatables, face painting and more! 🚗🍬
Bring your costumes, your family and your Halloween spirit – these events are too good to miss! 🕸️🦇
Today we’re shining the spotlight on our Recreation Supervisor – Ice Operations, Rick Pratt, as he celebrates a remarkable milestone: retirement after 18 years at this rink!
Rick began his journey when the facility was known as the Lindenwood Ice Arena. When the City of Wentzville purchased the rink in 2019, the name changed but Rick remained the steady force behind the ice. His expertise in ice maintenance, programs and best practices have been invaluable. He trained staff on daily operations, (including driving the ice resurfacer) and set the standard for how the facility runs today.
The staff that works with him each day sees the value Rick places on his relationships with guests in his ability to greet so many of them by name. His impact on the skaters that stepped on the ice over the years was made evident in a very public way when a reel he agreed to star in went viral last year. What started as a way to bring awareness about the Wentzville Ice Arena through a trend took a heartwarming turn. The comments were flooded with people who recognized him as a constant at the ice arena throughout their youth. To celebrate his impact, we have posted a link to the reel in the comments section. 👇
Rick’s dedication, humor, and knowledge have left a lasting mark on this community. He will be deeply missed at the Wentzville Ice Arena and we wish him nothing but happiness in his retirement.
Race with your furry best friend at our Wobble One-Mile Walk/Run! This event is perfect for all ages and paces — whether you’re sprinting or strolling with your pup through Peruque Valley Park, there’s fun for everyone! 🎉
Check out the Dog Mile guidelines when registering and get ready for a day of excitement and fun! 🐶
Head to our website by clicking our #LinkInBio for more information!
Little Cooks is the perfect way to introduce kids to the joy of cooking. In this 45-minute interactive course, your young cook will whip up two delicious dishes each session while learning essential kitchen skills and safety. 🥕🍓
Upcoming Sessions & Deadlines:
Oct. 7 class → Register by Oct. 1.
Oct. 14 class → Register by Oct. 8.
Oct. 21 class → Register by Oct. 15.
Discover how fun (and tasty) cooking can be and sign your little chef up by tapping the #LinkInBio.
While the doors of Progress Park Recreation Center were closed, our team was busy giving the building some much-needed TLC. 🚧 Floors were buffed, ductwork dusted, walls and railings painted, ceiling tiles replaced, windows washed inside and out, and equipment moved to deep clean every corner. Even our pump room, lifeguard room and sports garage got organized and refreshed!
We couldn’t resist a few silly moments along the way. But behind the goofy faces is a lot of hard work that keeps the facility safe, clean and welcoming. Thanks for your patience during our closure. We look forward to seeing guests when the facility reopens Monday, Sept. 29.
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