UPDATED: March 16, 2021
Youth and adult recreational sports are back, with some modifications in place to keep athletes and spectators safe.
Check out what recreational sports activities are allowed at Parks & Rec sites now:
Outdoor sports
- Games permitted for all sports.
- Fields are available for permitted use.
- Masks must be worn at all times when a distance of 6 feet cannot be maintained.
- Maximum participation (includes players, coaches, and spectators):
- 100 people on fields.
- 50 people on courts.
Indoor sports
- All sports are allowed indoors.
- Maximum participation (includes players, coaches, and spectators):
- Large gymnasiums: Up to 50 people.
- Small gymnasiums: Up to 35 people.
- Symptom screening and contract tracing in place.
COVID Safety Rules
No matter what sport you play, three key safety rules apply:
- Wear a mask
- All coaches and participants must wear masks while on site, and during play.
- Masks may be removed only:
- As necessary to eat or drink during break times.
- This must be done while seated at least 6 feet from others.
- Maintain distance
- Adjust practices and drills to maintain 6 feet of distance between players.
- Keep 6 feet apart before and after play, and during breaks.
- Limit physical contact, including shaking hands, fist bumps, or high fives.
- Mark benches or put cones up in dugouts to help maintain 6 feet of distance.
- Reduce crowds
Parks & Rec is now accepting permit applications.
Note: this guidance does not replace the need to follow all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
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