MSCR is celebrating National Park & Recreation Month with Many Free, Drop In Activities
July is Park & Recreation Month and Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is celebrating by providing a variety of free, fun recreation activities for all ages throughout the month.
This year’s theme — “Where You Belong” — celebrates the many ways recreation professionals foster a sense of belonging in their community by building meaningful connections.
Adapted Family Swim
For people who have disabilities and their families
Saturday, July 20, 10-11:30am, at the Goodman Pool, 325 W Olin Ave
Guided Bicycle Trips
Join staff for a guided bike ride. Bicycle and helmet required.
- For ages 50+: Wednesday, July 10, 12:30pm at Olbrich Shelter (Johns & Walter)
12-14 miles. Tour Monona Lake and Monona Bay Loop
- For ages 18+: Saturday, July 13, 9:30am at MSCR Central
14 miles. Tour SW commuter path, Cannonball, Wingra and Cap City Trails
Fitness
For ages 18+, Bring your own mat.
- Kickbox Cardio: Tuesday, July 16, 4:45-5:30pm at Garner Park
- LGBTQIA+ Yoga: Wednesday, July 17, 5:30-6:30pm at Tenney Park
- Pure Strength: Tuesday, July 23, 5:40-6:25pm at Garner Park
- Kickbox Cardio: Thursday, July 25, 4:45-5:30pm at Garner Park
MSCR on the Move
Free mobile Art, Clay & Play in the Park.
- Monday, July 1, 5-7:30pm at Parks Alive! at Elver Park, 1250 McKenna Blvd (Play & Clay)
- Friday, July 12, 2024 – 1-4pm at Galaxy Park, 132 Milky Way (Play, Clay, Art)
- Wednesday, July 24, 5-7:30pm at Parks Alive! at Meadowood Park, 5810 Thrush Lane (Clay)
Nature Exploration
Spend time outdoors with MSCR’s nature activity kits! Each activity “kit” contains different types of activities. Best suited for ages 4-8 years.
- Wednesday, July 10, 10am-12pm, Hoyt Park (Wildlife Theme)
- Monday, July 29, 4-6pm, Kennedy Park (Insects Theme)
Paddling
Try canoeing or kayaking on Lake Monona. First come, first served. Best suited for ages 10+, anyone under 16 must paddle with an adult.
- Friday, July 19, 2-4pm at Olin Park Boat Launch
- Friday, July 26, 12-2pm at Olin Park Boat Launch
Pontoon Boat Rides – Canceled 7/5 due to high water. Please check back.
Explore Lake Monona or Lake Mendota on the MSCR pontoon boats. All trips are first come, first served with no reservation available. $5 per person. Free ride tickets are available at any Madison Public Library. Pontoon rides take place Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. Find the schedule at mscr.org
