Summer 2020 Hometown Messenger

PARKS & RECREATION Get outside and stay active at the park

City parks, trails and open spaces remain open for use in a safe manner that allows people to enjoy the mental and physical health benefits these spaces provide. Playground structures are also open. Please follow these guidelines when using parks and trails to minimize risk to yourself and others. • Don’t use parks and trails if you are sick or exhibiting symptoms. • Maintain six feet of distance from other individuals at all times. • Prepare for limited availability of restrooms and water fountains. • Wash your hands before and after visiting the park. • Follow CDC guidance on the recommended size of social gatherings including outdoor picnicking, pick-up sports and other group hangouts, and maintain physical distance. Our team knows that spending time in parks is more important now than ever. Being outdoors helps our mental health and well-being. We hope this summer you and your family explore the natural wonders in #ShakopeeParks. Share your fun with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Park rentals unavailable through June 30 All park shelter rentals and reservations are canceled through June 30. Refunds will be issued for previously scheduled reservations. City fields closed for organized use At this time, all city outdoor facilities and sports fields are closed. However, modifications may be made for outdoor facilities and youth sports association use, as permitted under public health guidelines.

Splash Pad will not open Memorial Day To promote social distancing, the city will suspend the opening of the splash pad at Lions Park. The city will monitor guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control and Minnesota Department of Health to determine whether it can safely open the splash pad at a future date. Discover a new park with interactive Park Finder

Outdoor aquatic park will not open for 2020 season In accordance with federal and state public health guidelines, the city has made the difficult decision not to open SandVenture Aquatic Park for the 2020 summer season. Current safety guidelines would make it challenging to safely open and operate the facility in time for the summer season. “We recognize that SandVenture has been a favorite summer location for Shakopee residents for more than 50 years, and this decision comes as a huge disappointment, but we are determined to keep our residents safe and healthy during these uncommon times,” said Aquatics Supervisor Katelyn Nadeau. The city is working on a plan to reopen the indoor aquatic center at the Shakopee Community Center and resume its aquatics programs while following public health standards. Watch the city website or sign up at www.ShakopeeMN.gov/subscribe for updates.

Get out and explore Shakopee's unique parks and trails with the help of our new interactive online map. Use Park Finder to search for city parks and trails by address, activity or amenity. If you're on the go, Park Finder can also help you locate nearby trails and sidewalks. Use the "Get Directions" option to access Google Maps.

The interactive map is available on the city website at www.ShakopeeMN.gov/parks.

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