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The fifth annual triathlon will be held June 24, 2012, at the West Union Recreational Area. It will include a 3.1-mile run, 16-mile bike ride, and 200 yd swim. Individuals or teams can enter the competition. New in 2010--a youth aquathlon (run and swim) for ages 5-8 years of age.

For complete 2011 race results in Excell, [click here].

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Mission Statement

The West Union Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to providing fitness and leisure activities that promote a healthier lifestyle. The programs will include a balance of athletic, education, and recreation activities which will be properly supervised and supported financially by the board.



Welcome

Welcome to the West Union Parks and Recreation Web site.  This site has been created to inform you of what programs we offer, the schedules of all the programs offered, and downloadable sign-up forms.

You will also find information on all the city parks and the amenities located in each park. Aquatic Center information and fees are also included.

Pepsi

Pepsi Refresh Grant

The Parks and Recreation Department is the recipient of a $50,000 Pepsi Refresh Grant. The funds were received on October 11, 2011, and a formal presentation was made to City Council at their October 17, 2011, meeting. Check out the new and old structures here [Clark Park]. Installation will be held Friday, April 27, 2012, beginning at 7 a.m. The Pepsi company will be on hand as will the representative from the Playground equipment company. If you would like to help in any way with this project, please contact WUPR at 563-380-8496.

Amusement Park Tickets

We offer discounted tickets for Adventureland, Noah's Ark, Lost Island Water Park, and other area summer getaways. Tickets are available for sale in the Park and Rec Office.  Please call Kathleen at (563)422-3685 for more information. All tickets are returned to the parks September 1.

Triathlon

Our Fifth Annual West Union Triathlon will be held June 24, 2012. Please use the link on the left side of this screen to learn more about it. You'll also find the registration form online. We hope to see you in West Union this summer! Do you tri?! We also hold an Aquathlon for children 5-11 years old. They will run 1/2 mile and swim 100 yds. All participants will receive a medal and t-shirt. [Aquathlon Registration Form] Deadline to register is Thursday, June 21, 2012.

Festival of Lights

Please join the Fesitval of Lights on Friday, November 23, 2012, for its second annual 1.5 mile fun run/walk. The trail will begin and end in the enchanted forest and wind through the sidewalks at the West Union Recreation Park. Please click on the following link for additional information and registration forms. [Festival of Lights]

City Parks

Please click on the following link to find more information on our city parks. To reserve Lion's, Rotary, Sunset, or Clark Park, please contact the Park and Recreation Department. If you would like to reserve the West Union Recreation Park, please contact Dick Woordard at 563-422-3831. [City Parks ]