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Pocatello Parks & Recreation Activity Guide
COVID-19 Advisory
- Please be aware that program dates may be subject to change and/or cancellation, per direction received from Southeastern Idaho Public Health (credits/refunds will be made available). Before attending/registering for any programs or activities, please verify event availability and details.
The Spring/Summer 2021 Parks and Recreation Program Brochure has something for everyone. Learn more about the wide variety of programs and services the City offers to meet your recreational needs.
Community Recreation Center
Information & Classes
- Hours, Membership, and Fees (PDF)
- Fitness Schedule, Winter/Spring 2021 (PDF)
- Dance Classes, Winter/Spring 2021 (PDF)
- Swim Lessons, Summer 2021 (PDF)
Registration opens on May 12, 2021 at 6:00 a.m.
Ross Park Aquatic Complex
Information & Events
Parks
Policies & Amenities
Golf
Leagues, & Tournaments
- Pocatello Golf – Highland and Riverside Leagues & Tournaments (PDF)
Leagues
Men's League: Thursday evenings
Women's League: Tuesdays @ Highland and Thursdays @ Riverside
Lady 9ers: Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and12 p.m.
Couples: Wednesday evenings
Junior League: Starts @ Highland in May and Riverside in July
Senior League: Monday mornings
Highland Junior League: Thursdays starting in May
Riverside Junior League: Tuesdays starting in July
Tournaments
Southeast Idaho Amateur: May 22–23, 2021
Pro Am @ Riverside: May 24, 2021
Medical Concept 2-Man Scramble/Best Ball: June 5–6, 2021
First Choice 54-Hole Shootout: June 11–12, 2021
Phil Meador 2-Man Best Ball: July 3–4, 2021
Night Owl 2-Person Scramble: July 24–25, 2021
Ladies Gate City: July 30–31, 2021
Highland Amateur: August 7–8, 2021
Pro Am @ Highland: August 30, 2021
Labor Day Amateur: September 4, 5 and 6, 2021
Outdoor Recreation
Events & Classes
- Pocatello Outdoor Recreation – Events & Classes (PDF)
- More Summer Fun! (PDF)
Running/Walking
Portneuf Valley Fun Run/Walk Challenge Series: May 1, June 12, July 10, August 14, and September 11, 2021
Camping
Camp Mink Creek: June 1–3, 2021
City of Rocks Day Trip & Overnighter: June 25–26, 2021
Climbing/Hiking
Adult Rock Climbing: May 11, 18, 25, 2021
Youth Rock Climbing Lessons: 3 sessions in June, July, and August, 2021
Intermediate Rock Climbing: July 12–14, 2021
Intro to Inflatable Kayaking: July 13, 20, & 27, 2021
Beginning Backpacking: July 30–August 1, 2021
Climb Mt. Borah: August 21–22, 2021
Advanced Backpacking: August 26–30, 2021
Floating
Float the Portneuf River: June 9, 16, 23, 30; July 14, 21, 2021
River Safety Basics: June 24, 2021
Scenic Float Trip: September 4, 2021
Programs/Challenges
Stand-Up Paddle Board Fitness: Fridays, June–August, 2021
Tween & Teen Summer Program: July and August, 2021
GPS Skills: July 31, 2021
Treasure Clues: August 7, 2021
Thor, Jr.: September 24, 2021
Thor: September 25, 2021
Team Sports
Spring/Summer/Fall
- Pocatello Team Sports – Spring/Summer/Fall (PDF)
Basketball
Utah Jazz Youth Basketball Program: Registration, September 1–24, 2021
Youth Basketball – "D" League: Boys' Registration, September 1 – October 8, 2021; Girls' Registration, December 6, 2021 – January 7, 2022
Football
Youth Flag Football: Registration, July 12 – August 6, 2021
Adult Flag Football: Registration, July 19 – August 18, 2021
Softball
Summer Adult Softball: Registration, March 8 – April 7, 2021
Fall Adult Softball: Registration, July 19 – August11, 2021
Volleyball
Adult Women's Volleyball: July 19 – August 8, 2021
Special Events
Future Hoopers: Registration, March 8, 2021
Pitch Hit & Run: Registration by April 30, 2021
Zoo Idaho
Information & Events
- Zoo Idaho – Information & Events (PDF)
Annual Events
Earth Day Clean-Up: Saturday, April 24, 2021
Mother's Day at the Zoo: Sunday, May 9, 2021
Endangered Species Day: Friday, May 21, 2021
Free Day at the Zoo: Saturday, June 5, 2021
Father's Day at the Zoo: Sunday, June 20, 2021
Enrichment Day: Saturday, June 19, 2021
Grandparent's Day at the Zoo: Sunday, September 12, 2021
Monthly Events
Science Night Trivia: Second Wednesday of every month
Zoo Art: Third Tuesday of every month
Nature Arts & Crafts: Fourth Saturday of every month
Programs
Science Talks: Thursdays in March 2021
Climate Science Series: Thursdays in April 2021
Raptor Zone: Saturdays in May 2021
Day Classes: Wednesdays in June and August 2021
Zoo-4-Tots: Fridays in June and August 2021
Summer Camps: July 12–15, 19–22, and 26–28
Birthday Bearnanza: Weekends
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John Banks
Director
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Kristen DaviBatya
Administrative Assistant
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Physical Address
144 Wilson Avenue
Pocatello, ID 83201
Phone: 208-234-6232
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