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Parks & Recreation
The City of Walcott
has four parks for the
enjoyment of the
general public.
Walcott will be hosting the Iowa Area fast pitch tournament for the 28th consecutive year in 2012! For further information, call Larry Koberg at 563.284.6796.
Victory Park - Located on the corner of East James Street and North Henry Street. Some of the amenities include a basketball court, a softball/baseball diamond, newly installed playground equipment, shuffleboard court and restrooms. There are also two picnic shelters available for company picnics, family gatherings, birthday parties, or any special occasion.
Wescott Park - Located on the corner of West James Street and North Parker Street. Some of the amenities include a softball/baseball diamond, playground equipment, restrooms and two picnic shelters.
Welcome Park - Located on North Main Street and Cedar Lane Drive. This is a welcome center for the City with a brick paved memorial sidewalk. The Ed Brus Community Gazebo is located here and is a perfect spot for wedding and family pictures! Perennial gardens are throughout the park.
Watertower Park - Located at the corner of South Main Street and Memorial Road. There is playground equipment, soccer field and a portable toilet facility available.
Control of Pets. Per the Walcott Code of Ordinances, it is unlawful for any pets to be on park property. These provisions shall not apply to service animals used by persons with disabilities such as a seeing eye dog.
Alcoholic Beverages (Chapter 47.15). Alcoholic beverages may be brought into City parks and consumed during the hours parks are open to the public for the purpose of a private function. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed into the parks if the concession shacks are open and alcoholic beverages are being served.
RECREATIONAL TRAIL & PARK PROJECT
Trail & Park Project Brochure Pledge Form
ACTIVITIES
The Walcott Softball Organization hosted two fastpitch softball tournaments in 2011. The Memorial Day Weekend Tournament and the Iowa Area International Softball Congress Men's Fastpitch Tournament.
Throughout the summer, Little League and the Tri County Men's Fastpitch Softball League utilize Victory and Wescott Parks. Games can usually be found at both parks most nights throughout the week.
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Watch for details this Spring regarding the 2012 Summer Youth Program for ages 5 - 12 .