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Youth Activities
| 4-H | |
| Julie Naig or Palo Alto Extension 712-862-2865 |
4-H organization is sponsored by the Extension Service. There are 12 clubs for both boys and girls, serving 230 Palo Alto county youth. Their purpose is to teach student life skills and other educational purposes. There are several clubs, such as Shooting Sports, Horse Club, and Clover kids for K-3 grade. The highlight of the year is the Palo Alto County Fair in July. |
| Boy Scouts | |
| Jesse Wolfe 712-852-3545 |
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. Scouting is learning new skills, being a team member, having fun outdoors, and fostering the initiative to grow and learn. |
| Brownies | |
| Cheryl Nolan | A branch of Girl Scouts, the Brownies are for 1, 2, & 3 grade; the Daisies are for kindergarteners. |
| Cub Scouts | |
| Steve Henderson 712-852-4190 |
Cub Scouting includes a variety of fun and exciting activities for boys in the first through fifth grades. Cub Scouts can provide the opportunity for boys to adopt and live by standards that will serve as a cornerstone for success in life, such as developing responsibility, maturity, and leadership. |
| Girl Scouts | |
| Brenda McAllister 712-852-4008 |
The Girl Scout program can help girls learn the importance of personal responsibility, the value of goal-setting, the spirit of teamwork, the thrill of accomplishment, and contribute to the improvement of society. Serves K on up. |
| Golf Program for Juniors | |
| Emmetsburg Golf Course 712-852-3422 |
This summer program is offered to youth 14 years and under from the Emmetsburg School District who want to learn to play golf. Youth meet four Mondays in June with adult instructors at the Golf Course to learn the basics of golf, such as swinging, putting, etiquette, etc. This free program is sponsored by the Smith Foundation. Over 70 kids participated this year. |
| Swim Team | |
| Deena Fries 712-852-5201 |
Swim Team is an independent swimming program with two seasons. Summer season runs in June-July and they participate in Swim Meets on Wednesdays. This is for ages 3-18. The Winter season runs October-April with Saturday Swim Meets and is YMCA sanctioned. There is no age limit. Swimmers use the Wellness Center for their swim meets and practice. |
| Emmetsburg Area Little League | |
| Rick Brennan 712-852-3451 |
The purpose of Little League is to provide a safe and fun recreation and competition to baseball and softball players between pre-school and 8th grade. The season runs May, June, and part of July. All games are played in the Field of Dreams complex on 25th Street. This is a non-profit organization run by the parents and other volunteers. |
| Little E-Hawk Wrestling Club | |
| Dallas Naig 712-852-4654 |
This independent, non-profit organization sponsors a youth wrestling club for student K-8. Their new facility has been built with donated funds. The group participates in AAU tournaments in April. |
| Young Democrats | |
| Maureen Horsley 712-852-3287 |
The purpose of this group is to encourage good citizenship and understand the political process, as well as support the Democratic Party. The group has speakers, sponsors a dance, and makes trips to the capital in Des Moines. |
| Young Republicans | |
| Tom Magee 712-852-4320 |
The purpose of this group is to encourage good citizenship and understand the political process, as well as support the Republican Party. |
Youth Programs – Wellness Center
Youth Program Coordinator – Angie Roethler
Call 712-852-5311 or 1-800-242-5108, ext. 5201
for information about the Smith Wellness Center Programs
| Gym Jammers | |
| Angie Roethler 712-852-5311 |
After School Program for kids ages K-4th Grade, held every Monday for 12 weeks in the Fall and 12 weeks in the Spring. Kids will enjoy kickball, softball, running, catching, dodging, and tagging. Each week we’ll have a different theme with different games, craft projects, movies, and snack. Our leaders create a structured, but FUN environment! For more information contact Angie Roethler at the Wellness Center 712-852-5311. |
| Tumbling | |
| Angie Roethler 712-852-5311 |
This program is for girls and boys ages 3 through 2nd grade and helps them learn the basic techniques of tumbling, such as summersaults, cartwheels, handsprings. |
| Li'l Hawks Basketball Clinic | |
| Angie Roethler 712-852-5311 |
This Clinic is for boys and girls ages K-6th Grade, and is held Saturday Mornings in the Fall. |
| Youth Spirit Triathlon | |
| Angie Roethler 712-852-5201 |
Children ages 7-13 years, will be able to test their stamina as they swim, bike, and run around the Wellness Center. The event will be held August 2, 2008. |
| Youth Dance | |
| Angie Roethler 712-852-5311 |
This program runs during the fall and winter for 4-6 weeks. It offers intermediate ballet, Hip Hop, Funk, Jazz for 3-12 year olds. |
| Swimming Lessons | |
| Angie Roethler 712-852-5311 |
American Red Cross Learn to Swim Lessons Levels 1-6, Parent and Child/Infant swim lessons, and Life Guard Training are offered 3-5 times a year. Contact Angie Roethler 712-852-5201 for more information on dates and times. |
| Swim Team | |
| Angie Roethler 712-852-5311 |
Independent Swim Teams: Summer AHEELA Swim Team – Ages 4 through high school seniors. Winter YMCA Swim Team – Ages 4 through college age. Contact Deena Fries at the Wellness Center for more information. |
| Youth Summer Day Camp | |
| Angie Roethler 712-852-5311 |
This 5-day themed camp is offered the first week in August for children K-4th grade. It provides a variety of summer activities, such as swimming, boating, archery, hiking, canoeing, cooking, and much more. More information on Day Camp contact Deena Fries or Angie Roethler at the Wellness Center. |
Youth Programs - City Recreation
Call Mike Dunlap at 712-852-3383 for information
about the City Recreation Programs
The purpose of all City Recreation Programs is to help youth develop skills, fundamentals of the game, rules, etiquette and sportsmanship; and to get kids involved in non-competitive sports.
| Basketball | |
| During the winter, basketball is offered for boys and girls in grades 3-6. | |
| Flag Football | |
| Flag football runs for six weeks in the fall for grades 1-6. Practice is at middle school football field. | |
| Soccer | |
| Soccer is for boys and girls in first and second grades. They practice at the college. | |
| Volleyball | |
| Youth Volleyball is set up for girls in grades 3-6. | |
| Punt, Pass, & Kick | |
| This is a one-day activity for 8-13 year olds. | |
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