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1. Are park bathrooms open?

Park bathrooms are open and are sanitized daily!

2. Are the off-leash areas open?

Yes they are! 

3. Can I rent an outdoor shelter at a park?

Please do! Group size limitations change depending on the phase we’re currently in, but shelters are available for rent now.

4. Will the marina open for boat rentals?

The Shawnee Mission Park Marina is open. We have extended our season through Sept. 27.  All rentals must be done online and in advance. No in-person rentals will be permitted until Phase 4.

5. Can my kiddos play on the playgrounds?

Playgrounds are open with social distancing requirements!

6. Are the playgrounds going to be cleaned?

It is not possible to sanitize the playgrounds effectively. We encourage washing hands regularly or using hand sanitizer.

7. Can I use the pickleball/basketball outdoor courts?

Game on! Outdoor courts are open!

8. When can my organized group resume meeting at the park?

Organized groups, such as scouts, can resume gatherings now as long as they adhere to mass gathering limitations and social distancing guidelines.

9. I want to participate in a 50 Plus or Special Populations activity. Will those still happen?

Things are happening now, give us a call!  We’re open.

10. When can I start using the fitness areas at Mill Creek Activity Center and Roeland Park Community Center again?

We’re open!

11. I want to lap swim or take swimming lessons at Shawnee Mission School District Aquatic Center, is that ok?

We are evaluating and developing a plan with our partners at the school district. Please check the website or follow us on social media for the latest information.

12. Can I attend my child’s league practice, game, or gymnastics class?

Yes! There will be some rules in place, we do ask that only one parent/guardian attend with the child, and social distancing measures are practiced. For adult sports, we ask that spectators not attend at this time.

13. When will the Johnson County Museum be open to the public?

We are doing pre-booked tours for small groups. Tours will last 1.5 hours. Bookings will be taken on a first come, first served basis, please call our reservation line at (913) 715-2570.

14. When can we visit the animals at Ernie Miller Nature Center?

The lobby is open to the public from 10 am - 2 pm, however the rest of the Nature Center is not open yet. Ernie Miller Park is open for exploration from dawn to dusk.