Forms are available at the Watauga County Parks and Recreation office, the Boone Mall and the Watauga County Library. All forms must be mailed to or hand delivered to the Watauga County Parks and Recreation office by the particular registration deadline date.
The registration forms must be turned in a the Watauga County Parks and Recreation office. Most adult league athletics are comprised of teams, which is how they register. The registration fees range from $200.00-$465.00
The Appalcart runs at the ASU Annex - Parks & Recreation - State Farm Rd stop at .06 and .36 minutes on the hour under the Red Appalcart.
We offer seasonal art and craft workshops for children, senior citizens, and special populations. These range from easy hour-long activities to difficult day-long projects.
Athletic Programs: 3rd & 4th and 5th & 6th football, soccer, 7-15 yr. tennis , 5th/6th basketball, baseball, 8-16 yr. softball, dance/ballet, & swimming. Children's Camps: Spring Training Camp, Summer Adventure Day Camp, and Fun in the Sun. Arts: Programs for special populations like Friday Night Live (dancing), Special Olympics, very Special Arts Festival, cultural programs and art workshops.
Call and speak to Reggie Perry, Stephen Poulos, or Holly Goodwin. They each provide athletic programs and are always in need of coaches. 828-264-9511.
Yes there is. However, the swim lessons only last 2 weeks. The participants would only miss 4-5 days worth of practices and/or games.
Complex Tot Lot Picnic Shelter (6 tables), Howard's Knob Picnic Shelter (6 tables), Industrial Picnic Shelter (4 tables), Old Cove Creek School Shelter (9 tables), Wynne Picnic Shelter (4 tables), Wilson Picnic Shelter (4 tables), Old Cove Creek Gym, Small Optimist Field, Large Optimist Field, Small Industrial Field, Large Industrial Field, Complex Softball Field, Optimist Park Clubhouse, Old Cove Creek Conference Room, Tennis Courts, Badminton Set (2), Balls, Bat(s), Cones, Equipment bags, Horseshoe Set (3), T-ball Stand, Tug of War Rope, Bases, Bean Bag Toss, Croquet Set (2), Frisbee (2), Horseshoe Set (youth), Shuttlecocks (2), Tennis Racquets, Volleyball Net and Standards.
The Recreation Office and Swim Complex have job applications available year-round. Just come by the office or complex and fill one out with a driver's license and official social security card.
The Swim Complex takes applications year-round if one is already a lifeguard. However those interested in becoming a lifeguard need to call the pool at 828-264-0270 for additional information.
They are offered seasonal. Spring is a definite time when classes are going on and sometimes Fall is another time. The classes are 36 hours long which are expanded across a certain number of days. Other times offered are based on demand.
The Recreation Office and Swim Complex are located off State Farm near the Fire Department. Turn off of State Farm onto Hunting Hills. You will take the first left onto Complex Drive. The building to the immediate left is the Swim Complex. The road will lead you into a large parking lot. The Recreation Office, which is yellow, is at the end of the parking lot.
Watauga County Parks and Recreation Office (321 Complex Drive, Boone, 28607)
Swim Complex (141 Complex Drive, Boone, 28607)
Tot Lot Playground (141 Complex Drive, Boone, 28607) - infront of the Swim Complex
Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex (492 Brookshire Road, Boone, 28607)
Brookshire Park (250 Brookshire Road, Boone, 28607)
Old Cove Creek School (207 Dale Adams Road, Sugar Grove, 28679)
Optimist Clubhouse (1012 State Farm Road, Boone, 28607)
Rocky Knob Mountain Bike Park and Playground - Just outside the Boone city limits on Hwy 421 east of Boone.
Valle Crucis Park (2918 Broadstone Road, Valle Crucis, 28691) - Behind the Original and Anex Mast General Stores.
Blowing Rock Davant Field (245 Clark Street, Blowing Rock, 28605)
Mountaineer Ruritan Field - located behind Mountaineer Ruritan Building and Sugar Grove Post office off of Hwy 321 North in Sugar Grove.
Officiating clinics are held prior to the beginning of each sport's season to train officials. Officials are required to attend the training(s) for each sport they wish to officiate. The baseball and softball officiating clinics are typically held in late March; the soccer officiating clinic is held in late August; the basketball officiating clinic is held in September; and the volleyball officiating clinic is held in September. Call Watauga County Parks and Recreation for specific dates.
When registering for programs with Watauga County Parks and Recreation, participants my pay the registration fee with cash, check, Master Card, or Visa.
Yes and the temperature is 78 degrees.
Registration forms are available online, at the Parks and Recreation office, at the Swim Complex, and at the Boone Mall. Participants must complete a registration form and may register in person at the Parks and Recreation office Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Registration forms may also be submitted by mail to WCP&R, 231 Complex Drive, Boone, NC 28607. Full payment of the registration fee must accomany the registration form.
Watauga County Parks and Recreation accepts cash, check, Master Card or Visa.
Several of our programs have limited space and we encourage you to come by early and sign up for the multiple programs that we offer.
Reservations of designated Parks and Recreation Facilities are available to the public from 7:00am-11:00pm. All facilities and equipment rental must be reserved by coming by the recreation center/swimming complex and completing a reservation application. This entitles the user(s) to the shelters/fields during the times in which he/she have rented. NO ONE HAS EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS TO THE PARKS DURING THEIR RESERVATION TIME, ONLY TO THE SHELTER AND/OR FIELDS. THE PARKS ARE ALWAYS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! The fees vary depending on what is being reserved: Picnic Shelters - $7.50/hr. Field Rental - $10/hr. for recreational play and Equipment - $5 per day. Click here to download a reservation form and informaton sheet.
Watauga County Parks and Recreation, in cooperation with the local senior centers, host the annual High Country Senior Games. The High Country Senior Games is for participants 55 years of age and better. The Games are open to residents of Watauga, Avery, Ashe, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties. Over 52 athletic and art competitions are offered. These events include golf, track and field, basketball shooting, softball throw, football throw, bocce, cornhole, table tennis, tennis (singles and doubles), bowling (singles and doubles), horseshoes, race walking, billiards, cycling, racquetball, shuffleboard, softball tournament, basketball tournament, spin casting, swimming, visual arts, performing arts, literary arts and heritage arts.
The High Country Senior Games is a part of the North Carolina Senior Games and the National Senior Olympics. Those who participate locally have the opportunity to qualify for the North Carolina State Finals held annually in Raleigh, NC. For more information on Senior Games, visit www.ncseniorgames.org.
Keron Poteat at the Recreation Department is the local coordinator for Special Olympics in Watauga County. Contact her to volunteer and assist in the many wonderful programs that are offered year-round for the special populations. During Special Olympics coaches are needed. The coaches must have strong commitment to working and training athletes in various sports including tennis, track and field, basketball, aquatics, roller skating, volleyball, gymnastics, softball, bocce, soccer, equestrian and cycling. Fundraising is always needed to provide funds to local Special Olympics. Events include bake sales, car washing, tournaments, etc. Administrative/Data Processing skills are wanted to enter forms of participates and coaches into the database. Marketing/Development is needed to create awareness of Special Olympics through press releases, civic appearances, developing brochures, video (BIG NEED), and promotions. Trainers who will assist in administrating weekly fitness programs for Special Olympians. Alpine Games are the Winter Special Olympics held at Appalachian Ski Mountain (January and February). Need onfront volunteers to help with lower level athletes during game competitions, awards presentation, hospitality, etc. The Spring Games are at the high school and would need people to help run the sports.
Special Olympics, High Country Senior Games, Very Special Arts Festival, Friday Night Live, hourly and daily art workshops.
Watauga County Parks and Recreation relys on local businesses/organizations to sponsor youth athletic teams to make registration affordable for all participants. Anyone wanting to sponsor an athletic team or needing more information should contact Reggie Perry or Holly Gates at 828-264-9511. Businesses/organizations may sponsor youth baseball, youth softball and youth soccer teams as well as youth basektball leagues and High Country Senior Games. Businesses/organizations who sponsor teams will have their logo printed on the fronts of the team's jerseys.
Also, all of the athletic registration forms have spaces allotted for people who would like to sponsor a teams.
The Swim Complex offers swim lessons in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. The Swim Complex offers Youth, Youth Small Group, Parent/Infant, Parent/Toddler and Adult Swim Lessons. The registration forms are available online, at the Swim Complex, at the Parks & Recreation Office, and at the Boone Mall. Registration is accepted at the Swim Complex.
Watauga County Parks and Recreation has a variety of volunteer opportunities. Call Holly Gates, Paul Krause or Keron Poteat for additional information. Volunteer opportunities include youth soccer, basketball, and baseball coaches; Special Olympics coaches; Special Olympic event volunteers; Senior Games event volunteers; WCP&R marketing/development; Alpine Games staff, and more!