Parks & Recreation

Welcome to Parks & Recreation

Welcome to Parks & Recreation
Start Smart Sports Development

Registration Opens September 2 at 12 p.m.
Clue

Clue Game #2 | Sep. 12-14 at Eaglecrest's Forest Trail
Preschool, Youth, and Adult Fall Swim Lessons

Registration Now Open!
Youth Indoor Soccer

Registration Is Now Open
Winter Shelter Reservations

Happenings

Parks & Rec Clue

The game is afoot! Parks & Recreation’s outdoor Clue kicks off Friday, August 22 on Kayak Beach Trail at Amalga Meadows. Detectives of all ages can join three games across Juneau—August 22–24 at Kayak Beach Trail, September 12–14 at Eaglecrest’s Forest Trail, and September 26–28 at Montana Creek Trail. Print or download a Clue Card at bit.ly/juneauclue, hit the trail to uncover clues, then submit your accusation online by 8 a.m. Monday. Correct solutions earn two prize drawing tickets, plus a bonus ticket for a trail selfie. Prize drawings follow each game with a Grand Prize drawing on September 29. For details, trail directions, or to download your Clue Card, visit bit.ly/juneauclue or contact Parks & Recreation at (907) 586-5226 or [email protected].

Registration for Start Smart Sports Opens September 2

Registration for Parks & Recreation’s Start Smart Sports program (ages 3–5) opens Tuesday, September 2 at noon. Register online under the “Youth & Teen” tab. The six-week program runs Wednesdays, October 1–November 5, 5:30–6:30 p.m. at Floyd Dryden Gymnasium. Cost is $40 + tax and includes a T-shirt. Space is limited to 23 participants, first-come, first-served, with a waitlist once full. Scholarships are available, apply online by August 30. Start Smart Sports builds confidence and fundamentals in a fun, non-competitive setting where kids learn basic skills alongside an actively involved adult. For details, contact Recreation Coordinator MJ Goedeken at [email protected] or (907) 586-2635.

Hiring Recreation Workers | $17.51 to $18.70 Hourly

Parks & Recreation is looking for 10 Recreation Workers to help keep our community gyms safe, welcoming, and fun. As a Gym Monitor, you’ll work at Mt. Jumbo, Floyd Dryden, and Marie Drake Gyms. You'll open and close facilities, support events, assist the public, and help keep everything running smoothly. Pay is $17.51 to $18.70 per hour, part time, working 10 to 20 hours per week. This is a seasonal position running from September through April, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends. If you're reliable, friendly, and ready to be part of the Department of Fun, apply today.

Open Pickleball in the Floyd Dryden Gym

CBJ Parks & Recreation is hosting open pickleball in the Floyd Dryden gym every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday beginning September 3. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome—whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, it’s a great chance to play, learn, and connect with other pickleball fans in Juneau. Sessions run from 12:30–3:30 p.m. Admission is $5. Equipment is provided and no pre-registration is needed, just drop in ready to play. For more information, visit the Parks & Recreation website. For questions, contact Dave Pusich at 907-586-5226 ext. 4143 or [email protected].

Registration for Youth Indoor Soccer Now Open

Registration for Parks & Recreation’s Youth Indoor Soccer (ages 5 to 14) is now open. Early bird registration runs through August 24 and costs $55. Starting August 25, registration costs increase to $65. Register online (look under “Youth & Teen”) starting August 11 at 8 a.m. Scholarships are available: complete the online form to apply. The season runs from October through mid-December. Generally, kids will practice one night a week, Monday through Friday between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Games will take place on Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. There will be coed and girls divisions for youth ages 5-10 and coed only for ages 11-14. Younger divisions (by age and/or location) may be combined if numbers are low. Kids must turn 5 years old by November 1, 2025, in order to play. Parks & Recreation will not accommodate coach requests. For more information, contact Recreation Coordinator Amanda Lovejoy at [email protected] or (907) 586-2635 ext. 4156.

Kaxdigoowu Heen Dei (Mendenhall River Trail) CLOSED

The Kaxdigoowu Heen Dei (Mendenhall River Trail) and Kax Bridge are closed until further notice to allow for inspection and assessment of damage resulting from the recent Suicide Basin flood.

Preschool, Youth, and Adult Swim Lesson Registration | August 22

Juneau Pools is offering a new session of swim lessons for preschoolers, youth, and adults at Dimond Park Aquatic Center (DPAC) and Augustus Brown Swimming Pool (AGB) starting in early September. Registration opens online only at bit.ly/registerCBJparks on Friday, August 22 at noon. Scholarships are available, with applications due by Wednesday, August 20 at noon. At DPAC, preschool (ages 3–5) and youth (ages 6–12) lessons run September 2–25 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 7:00 p.m. At AGB, preschool and youth lessons run September 3–29 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:15 to 6:45 p.m. Both are $80 plus tax. AGB will also host adult swim lessons (ages 13+) September 3–22 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:00 to 7:45 p.m. for $72 plus tax. For details, visit bit.ly/CBJSwimLessons or call DPAC at (907) 586-2782 or AGB at (907) 586-0839.

Now Hiring - Parks & Recreation Director

The City and Borough of Juneau is hiring a Parks & Recreation Director to lead one of its largest and most dynamic departments. This position oversees recreation, aquatics, youth services, parks maintenance, downtown parking, and long-term planning, and works closely with community partners to deliver high-quality public services. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, a passion for recreation, and the ability to navigate complex challenges while fostering exceptional customer experiences and staff development. This is a full-time, exempt position that serves at the pleasure of the City Manager and is based in downtown Juneau. The salary range is $125,944.00 to $148,054.40 annually for a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule. The role includes a competitive benefits package and a 3% wage increase effective July 14, 2025. Applications are being accepted until the position is filled, with the first review beginning August 8, 2025. A cover letter is required, and all application materials are subject to public disclosure. Click here to apply or learn more.

Sigoowu Ye Park Closed for Renovations Starting June 5

Sigoowu Ye in Lemon Creek will be closed to the public for major renovation work beginning Thursday, June 5. Renovations to the park will include new playground equipment, landscaping, pathways and lighting. Construction is expected to continue through early September. For the safety of yourself and others, please respect the park closure and avoid all construction equipment until the project is complete and the park has reopened. For questions, please contact: Andrew Cambell, Admiralty Construction, (907) 780-3555 or [email protected], Carleton Shorey, CBJ Project Manager, (907) 500-4401 or [email protected].

Elevator construction at Dimond Park Field House begins June 2

Starting Monday, June 2, the Dimond Park Field House will undergo a major upgrade as a new elevator is installed, with construction expected through August 31, 2025. During this time, the stairs, mezzanine, batting cage, and indoor track will be closed to the public. The Field House will remain open weekdays for Turf for Tots only, which will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday–Friday, starting June 4. Turf for Tots will be closed June 2 & 3 for construction setup. The facility will close daily after the program ends and remain closed on weekends. All other programs, including Open Turf, Chair Yoga Classes, and Private Party Rentals will be paused. For full schedule details, visit bit.ly/DPFHcalendar. Questions? Call Parks & Rec at (907) 586-5226 or visit juneau.org/parks-recreation. Thank you for your patience as we improve accessibility and enhance the facility!

Homestead Park Closed for Reconstruction

Homestead Park in Douglas will be closed to the public for major reconstruction work beginning Monday, January 13. Construction is expected to continue into June 2025. During this closure, the park will undergo a number of improvements including replacements to the elevated wooden platforms, walkways, and stairs. This project is funded by the Marine Passenger Fee program. Learn more about the Homestead Park Rebuild project on the CBJ project page.