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1. When is the Managers meeting for AABC?

Managers will be notified prior to the meeting date of time and location.

2. When will the scores and standings be updated?

The scores and standing are updated when we received them from both managers. Scores may be submitted via email, fax, or phone.

3. What equipment will my child need for t-ball?

Each child needs their own glove. Cleats are optional. All other equipment is provided. Hats are recommended.

4. How do I know if the practice / game is cancelled?

The weather line (269-966-3434) will be updated as well as posted on the website. You may sign up for alerts to receive cancellations. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to receive updates as well.

5. How do I know what bats are legal?

To find out what bats you may use check the websites of each league. Adult softball would check with ASA and youth baseball would check with AABC, BPA, & NABF.

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1. What is Start Smart Basketball?

Start Smart Basketball is a parent/child participation course that teaches the basic fundamentals of basketball. Each session is divided into smaller stations to work on separate skills and drills.

2. What are the program options for basketball?

The department has a Start Smart class for youth ages 3-6 which takes place during November-December. Another option is Cereal City Hoopsters ran at Claude Evans Park during the summer.

3. What equipment will my child need?

All the equipment is provided for the program. Your child will need to wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes.

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1. How do I contact a city/county department?

Visit the Staff Directory to find all department and staff contact information.

2. Where can I find the answers to my frequently asked questions?

Use the FAQs module to easily find answers to the questions you ask the most.

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1. Can we bring in our own food and cake for our party?

At this time we do not allow outside food and drink in our facility due to health codes.

2. Are we able to purchase additional food and drinks while we are here?

Between Memorial Day and Labor Day we do have our concession stand running to meet your food needs. Additional cakes and punch can be ordered for your party for an additional fee.

3. I see that we receive "food bucks" for our outdoor party. What does this include?

Food bucks serve as gift certificates to our concession stand and carry no cash value. You may buy anything listed on our menu with your food bucks. We have a wide arrange of prices and items to meet your needs.

4. Where are we able to put our belongings and gifts while we are visiting your facility?

At the time of your arrival, the birthday hostess will take your gifts and place them in a secure location until the birthday child is ready to open presents. For our outdoor birthday parties, we have lockers available for rent, or you are able to bring your own lock and store your belongings in our locker rooms.

5. What is your chaperone policy?

For our indoor parties, the chaperones are included in your count, if they are consuming cake and ice cream. For our outdoor parties, one chaperone is completely free of charge. You may add an additional 4 chaperones to your guest list for a discounted water park rate. Anything above the 4 will have to pay normal rates. In order to receive the discounted chaperone rate, you must pay for them at the same time you pay for your party, 7 days in advance.

6. We think that our birthday hostess did a great job. Can we give them a tip?

Tips for your birthday hostess are completely voluntary and is left at the discretion of the adult in charge of your party.

7. I booked my outdoor party for the 12 guest minimum. What happens if we have more or less?

If you have more guests, then payment for those guests will still be $17 and payment is expected at the time of the party. If you have less than 12 guests, you will still need to pay for all 12, as this is our minimum.

8. What payment is accepted for our party fees?

We accept payment in the form of cash, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and check made out to the City of Battle Creek.

9. How does our table time and reserved court time work?

For our indoor birthday parties, we reserve forty-five minutes for free time, thirty minutes for opening presents and cake, and forty-five minutes for structured themed activities. It is a must that we reserve this time for you, so that if there are other parties in the facility at the same time, we are able to serve everyone's parties equally.

10. Can we bring in our own decorations?

You most certainly can. The only thing we ask is that no tape be used on our painted walls, and that you not use balloons outdoors. Other than that, be creative, and have fun!

11. If we have our own ideas for our themed party, can we include them?

It never hurts to ask. Our birthday hostesses have very detailed schedules that they follow in order to make sure that our party is a success. If we are able to work it in, and it follows our guidelines, it's a great possibility.

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1. Are fishing decks available?

Fishing decks are available just off the Linear Park along the Battle Creek River at Bailey Park and Horseshoe Bend Park

2. Are any boat launches available?

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has a public boat launch at Goguac Lake located at the junction of Highland Ave and Lucille Street.

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1. What are your hours?

The Boys & Girls Club website has their hours available

2. How can I Support the Club?

You can visit their website to see ways to support.

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1. What does my child need to bring to camp everyday?

For each day of camp your child should bring a back pack, water bottle, swimsuit & towel, tennis shoes, sun screen, bug spray, plastic bag for wet clothes, and a jacket/sweatshirt.

2. What meals are provided?

Each day your child will receive breakfast, lunch & an afternoon snack. There is a schedule for the whole summer. If there is something on the schedule you child does not like you are more than welcome to send your child with an alternative.

3. What are the hours of camp?

Camp runs daily from 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

4. What does the camp entail?

The camp entails physical activity on a daily basis. They will be involved in numerous activities throughout the day such as gym games, different sports, swimming, attending local parks, walking to and from locations, utilizing the Sports Forum facility and water park, and much more.

5. Can I sign up by the week for camp?

We do allow for weekly signups for camp. If you sign up for the whole summer you will save money versus signing up weekly.

6. How do I find out my child's schedule for the summer?

There is a parents meeting the week before camp starts. This is where you will obtain a copy of the schedule and find out who your child will be spending their summer with.

7. What type of transportation is used?

The participants will use city transportation, walk to locations close by, and take a school bus for all camp field trips.

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1. Is equipment provided?

Equipment for Disc Golf is not provided by the Battle Creek Parks & Recreation Department. To enjoy this offering, you are asked to provide your own equipment.

2. Do I need a reservation or tee time?

This is a first-come, first-served offering. You do not need a reservation.

3. How do I play?

The Professional Disc Golfers Association has a complete manual on their website.

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1. How much is a daily admission pass?

A daily admission pass to the Full Blast Fitness Center is $5.00 per person.

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1. What equipment is provided for Flag Football?

Battle Creek Parks & Recreation will provide jerseys and flags. Each player is responsible for their own Mouth Guard.

2. Do I have to sign up to play?

Yes, registration is required. You can register online.

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1. Do I have to register my child?

Yes, registration is required. You can register online

2. What equipment is provided?

Battle Creek Parks & Recreation will provide sticks, pucks, and shirts. Each player is required to bring their own eye protection, such as a helmet or goggles.

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1. Does my child need to bring anything to Tiny Tot Golf?

All the equipment is provided for Tiny Tot Golf. Your child should wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes.

2. Does the parent / guardian need to participate in each session?

Tiny Tot Golf is a parent / child participation course. You will be your child's partner for drills and to lend a hand in helping in facilitating each drill.

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1. Can I have a Group Event at Flash Flood?

Yes, you can check out our Group Event page for more infromation

2. Can I have a Corporate Event at Flash Flood?

Your Company Event can be hosted at Flash Flood. Check out our Reservation Information Page

3. I want to host a Lock-in for my group. Is this possible?

Your group can have a lock-in at the Sports Forum. Check out our Lock-in infomation for Reservations

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1. What equipment will my child need?

Each child must wear shin guards to play. Jerseys are provided.

2. Do I need to register my child for Soccer?

Yes. Each child must be registered by the registration deadline to be put on a team. Register Now!

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1. What equipment will my child need?

All the equipment is provided for the program. Your child should wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes.

2. Does someone need to participate in each class with the child?

All Start Smart programs are parent / child participation courses. You are your child's partner. The stations require your help with teaching the fundamentals.

3. What does the registration fee include?

Each week your child will receive a snack and water. At the end of the session your child will receive a participation award.

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1. Do I have to sign up to play?

Yes. Each participant needs to be signed up by the registration deadline. Register Now!

2. What equipment will my child need?

All equipment will be provided. Each child should wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. If you have your own equipment you may use it.

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1. Do I have to sign up to play?

Yes. Your child needs to be signed up by the registration deadline. Register Now!

2. What equipment will my child need?

All equipment will be provided. Knee pads are optional and are not supplied.

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1. Do I have to sign up to participate?

No. Each activity is a participate on your own and at your own risk.

2. Is there any equipment provided?

Monday - Friday is at your convenience (only sleds available). There will be equipment available for use and warming house will be open on Saturdays and Sundays.