Updated 7-9-20

The safety of residents and patrons is the St. Charles Park District’s first priority.

Updates will be provided regularly on this web page for current information regarding COVID-19 restrictions. Thanks for your patience and understanding during this unpredictable and ever-changing time.

Based on the guidelines provided by the CDC, IDPH and DCEO as part of the governor’s Restore Illinois Plan, outlined below are the District’s operational procedures for facilities, park amenities and programs.

Restore Illinois Plan Phase 4

Effective June 26, 2020
Gatherings of 50 people or fewer
Physical distancing required
Face coverings encouraged

Facilities

Baker Community Center

Open: M-F 8am-4pm
STC Underground Teen Center Open: T-F 2-8pm & Sa 12-8pm

Haines Gymnasium

Open: M-F 9am-12pm

Hickory Knolls Discovery Center

Open: M-Sa 10am-4pm
Hickory Hideout Playground Closed

Norris Recreation Center

Open: M-Th 6:30am-8pm; F 6:30am-7pm; Sa 8am-6pm & Su 8am-3pm
Memberships Fees Resume July 6
Lap Swimming Available – Reservations Only • To register: email Ande Masoncup
Locker Rooms, Sauna & Whirlpool Closed
Child Care Not Available
Health & Fitness Guidelines: click here
Tennis Guidelines: click here

Otter Cove Aquatic Park

Splash Park Open Daily ~ 10:30am-6pm
Reservations Required
Main pool and slides Closed for the 2020 Season
More details: ottercove.org

Paddlewheel Riverboats

Open Daily, Weather & Conditions Permitting
Public Cruises & Private Charters Available
More details: stcriverboats.com

Pottawatomie Community Center

Open: M-Th 8am-9pm, FSa 8am-5pm & Su 12-5pm
Adult Activity Center Hours: M-Th 9am-8pm, FSa 9am-4pm & Su 1-4pm
AAC Drop In Activities Not Available

Pottawatomie Golf Course

Course Open Daily, Weather & Conditions Permitting
Pro Shop Closed
Specific Playing Rules & Information: pottawatomiegc.com

Primrose Farm

Grounds Open Dawn to Dusk
Main Barn Open When Staff Are Present
Farm Stand Hours: W 3-7pm & Sa 9am-1pm
All Other Buildings Closed

River View Miniature Golf Course

Open Weather & Conditions Permitting: Daily 11am-9pm
Specific Playing Rules & Information: riverviewminigolf.org

Sportsplex

Open: M-F 9am-4pm
Additional hours depending upon rentals
Guidelines: click here

STC Underground Teen Center

Open: T-F 2-8pm & Sa 12-8pm
More details: stcunderground.com

Swanson Pool

Open Daily ~ 11am-7:30pm
Reservations Required
Swim Lesson & Aquatic Programs Information Coming Soon
More details: swansonpool.org

Outdoor Park Amenities

Assume gates, fences and and equipment have not been disinfected. There is no practical way for staff to maintain a constant state of sanitation. Additional rules may be posted. Please follow all sign instructions on site. Follow carry in/carry out Leave No Trace trash etiquette.

Athletic Fields	Open – Guidelines: click here
Basketball Courts	Open
Boat Launch	Open
Disc Golf	Open
Dog Parks	Open
Drinking Fountains	Closed: Bring your own water bottle
Fitness Stations	Open
Garden Plots	Open
Pavilion Rentals	Open – Groups of 50 people or fewer
Pickleball Courts	Open – Guidelines: click here
Playgrounds	Open – Guidelines: click here
Restrooms	Open
Sand Volleyball	Open
Skate Parks	Open
Tennis Courts	Open – Guidelines: click here

Programs

Athletic Leagues
Associate agreement indoor & outdoor usage activities including practices, drills, scrimmages, games and competitions are permitted while following physical distancing guidelines for groups of 50 people or fewer. Guidelines: click here

Birthday Parties
Available with modifications. More details: click here

Camps
Pottawatomie and Nature camp activities are being offered both virtually and onsite this summer. For eActivities: click here For Summer Onsite Activities: click here

Park District staff have teamed up with Brain Chase to offer world-class challenges as we navigate virtually through escape rooms solving global mysteries. For details: click here

Rentals
Available for groups of 50 people or fewer. Facility rentals will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Events

NEW: Drive In Concerts – July 16-Aug 20 • To Register: click here
Dashes & Spokes Virtual Event – July 18-25 • To Register: click here
Fireflies & Friends – July 10 • To Register: click here
Primrose Palette – July 11 & Aug 8 • To Register: click here
Escape the Barn with the Bovine Bandit – Jul 24 • To Register: click here
Community Garage Sale – Jul 24 & 25 • To Register: click here
Pirate Adventure on the Fox – July 25 • To Register: click here
Birding by Boat – Aug 6 • To Register: click here
Disc Golf Frenzy – Aug 8 • To Register: click here
Craft Beer 101 – Aug 8 • To Register: click here
AAC Wholly Guacamole Fiesta Cruise – Sep 8 • To Register: click here
AAC Golf Scramble – Sep 11 • To Register: click here

To Register Links Coming Soon
Turtle Racing & Brew Tasting – Nov 6
Butterfly Ball – Dec 11

Events TBD
AAC Open House
Park Palooza

Events Recently Cancelled
Summer Concerts
Splashes, Dashes & Spokes Youth Triathlon
Dare2Tri
Skate Park Bash

Refunds

The St. Charles Park District will waive processing or administrative fees and refund any deposits for programs or rentals postponed due to COVID-19.

If you or a family member has registered for a program that has been cancelled, the Park District will credit your household account. This credit can be used at a later date. If you would like to request a refund, please email Registration Supervisor Cori Hedlund: chedlund@stcparks.org.

For more information on the District’s refund policy: click here

Preventative Steps

Along with other local agencies, the Park District is proactively taking measures to help reduce the spread of illness throughout the St. Charles community.

The CDC has advised taking these common sense precautions is the best approach to adopt such as:

Stay home if you are sick.
Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or with your sleeve.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60-95% alcohol if washing your hands with soap and water is not an option.
Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects in your home such as TV remotes, cell phones and computers.