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Reopening Plans

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1. Are park bathrooms open?

Park bathrooms are open and are sanitized daily!

2. Are the off-leash areas open?

They are! Entrance gates are being left open to prevent multiple people touching the same surface, but the off-leash areas are open.

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 beaches be open this summer?

At this time, we are working on a plan for the Shawnee Mission Beach to open in Phase 3 with limited hours. We will keep you posted as the plan progresses.

5. Will the marina open for boat rentals?

We had hoped to open by Memorial Day weekend, but now it looks like it will be no sooner than June 1st. We hope to open the Kill Creek Park marina for boat rentals mid-June. All rentals must be done online and in advance. No in-person rentals will be permitted until Phase 4.

6. Can my kiddos play on the playgrounds?

Starting in Phase 3, playgrounds will be open with social distancing requirements!

7. 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.

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

Game on! Outdoor courts are open for use with limitations, starting with singles play only. These limitations change depending on the phase we are currently in.

9. 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.

10. Will my child’s summer camp be happening?

We’re aiming for KDHE licensed camps summer camps to begin on June 1, although we do have a few opening on May 26. We will train our staff and ensure proper measures are implemented for your child’s safety. 

Please Note:

• Camps listed in the JCPRD Summer Camp Guide under the Discovery, Enrichment & Special Interests, Fine & Performing Arts, Nature & Science (with the exception of Outdoor Discovery Camp), and Sports camps subheads will begin no sooner than June 15, unless the camp has been cancelled or rescheduled.

11. Will the camps be using buses and going on fieldtrips?

Outdoor camps will use buses during inclement weather. When fieldtrips are allowed, trips will be limited to 30 minute trips each way.

12. What can we expect for summer camps as far as keeping things clean?

Each camper will be given details on hygiene, programming, transportation, food, visitors, etc. prior to the first camp. There will be specific check-in procedures for each camp including child wellness checks at the door. If your child is not feeling well, they will not be allowed to attend that day.

13. Is Theatre in The Park happening this year?

We hope so! The first four shows of the season have been cancelled, but we’re hopeful we’ll be able to invite you to watch “Mamma Mia” on July 31-August 8.

14. Will I be able to participate in the Shawnee Mission Park Triathlon & Duathlon this summer?

We are sorry to announce these have been cancelled.  

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

Our plan is for 50 Plus & Special Populations activities to begin during Phase 3. We can’t wait to see you!

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

Depending on resources, we hope to open Mill Creek Activity Center up in Phase 2. Working with the City of Roeland Park, currently the plan is to open the Roeland Park Community Center June 1.

17. 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.

18. Will my indoor sports league happen?

Yes! Volleyball will start again once we get staff and officials and other resources in place. There will be rule adjustments.

19. Will my outdoor sports league happen?

Softball/Fastpitch/Baseball as well as soccer will begin as soon as staff and other resources are in place. There will be rule adjustments.

20. 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.

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

Yes, we are doing pre-booked tours for small groups and can start them in Phase 2. Tours will last 1.5 hours. Bookings will be taken on a first come, first served basis starting on May 27 by calling our reservation line at (913) 715-2570.

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

Beginning June 15, the nature center will open to the public on Saturdays only through Phase 4. The lobby will be open with limited access beginning June 1 for summer camp attendees only.