City of Waupaca Parks and Recreation

City of Waupaca Parks and Recreation Visit our website at www.waupacaparknrec.com or register for a program at www.waupacarec.com Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
7:30am to 4:00pm.

Mission Statement
The City of Waupaca Parks and Recreation Department strives to enrich the lives of our community members by providing creative recreation programs, quality parks and engaging community events. Vision Statement
Our vision is to create a strong community through lifelong recreation.

City of Waupaca Telehealth Rooms: a free, private space for your virtual healthcare visits that includes reliable intern...
09/10/2026

City of Waupaca Telehealth Rooms: a free, private space for your virtual healthcare visits that includes reliable internet access and a computer with audio/visual and teleconferencing software. Free-to-use medical equipment available upon request. We provide the room and equipment only. Users are responsible for scheduling their telehealth appointment directly with their healthcare provider before reserving the telehealth room through the Waupaca Rec Center office. Rooms are 108 sq ft. and equipped with a desk, office chair, computer, and phone. Call us at 715-258-4435 or find more information at www.cityofwaupaca.org/parksnrec/ located at 407 School Street in Waupaca

Here's what is lined up for Fall-O-Rama! September 19th 9am-3pm at Upper South Park. Come join the fun! 10 Food Trucks/S...
09/04/2026

Here's what is lined up for Fall-O-Rama! September 19th 9am-3pm at Upper South Park. Come join the fun! 10 Food Trucks/Stands, live music with Still Kickin, Don Vort magician, Kruzickis' alpacas, Senior Line Dancers, Waupaca Firemen, and new this year, GO Riteway bus exploration!

09/02/2026

๐Ÿ‚ September Waterfront Homeowner Tip โ€” Shoreline Mowing Pause ๐ŸŒŠ
After Labor Day: No mowing within 30 feet of the shoreline ๐Ÿšซ๐ŸŒฑ

Post-Labor Day is the time to pause mowing within 30 feet of the water. ๐ŸŒพ This protects beneficial weevils ๐Ÿชฒ that help suppress invasive Eurasian watermilfoil and preserves valuable shoreline habitat as we head into fall. ๐Ÿ๐ŸŸ

๐Ÿ“Œ Call to Action: Flag your no-mow zone ๐Ÿšฉ and share this reminder with your landscaping service. ๐Ÿค

Our Community is so supportive!
09/01/2026

Our Community is so supportive!

Register for our 4 week series Technology: the good, the bad, and the ugly. Begins Tuesday, September 8th at 1pm in the ...
08/26/2026

Register for our 4 week series Technology: the good, the bad, and the ugly. Begins Tuesday, September 8th at 1pm in the new Business Center. Register at www.waupacarec.com under Programs: Education

Interactive presentations may include cloud storage, scams, AI- understanding and growth, keeping up with technology, deciphering social media apps, storing and using your digital photographs, using two-factor authentication and QR codes, exploring free apps, and how to use health and wellness apps like Epic and My ThedaCare.

First session will begin with: AI, Social Media, and Scams, Oh My!
Technology can help us stay informed, connected, and independent, but it can also create new risks. In this engaging, easy-to-understand 60-minute session, weโ€™ll explore what artificial intelligence is, how it is already showing up in everyday life, and a few useful ways to put it to work.

Weโ€™ll also review the basics of using social media safely and confidently, including privacy settings, recognizing false information, and deciding what not to share. Finally, weโ€™ll examine todayโ€™s most common scams, including fraudulent emails and text messages, impersonation scams, romance scams, fake technical support, and AI-generated voices, photos, and videos.

Participants will leave with practical steps for protecting their accounts, recognizing warning signs, responding when something feels suspicious, and helping friends and family stay safe online. No technical experience is needed. Bring your questions!

With Diane Doersch of WIT: Women in Technology Wisconsin, Inc.
This series will repeat quarterly.

08/25/2026

Update: As of 4:00pm 8/26/26, the water levels are at advisory levels. The beach is no longer closed. Please note that many factors contribute to water quality. We are fortunate that our waterways refresh frequently thanks to wind, currents, natural springs, etc.

๐Ÿšจ BEACH CLOSED โ€“ WATER QUALITY NOTICE ๐Ÿšจ

The beach is currently closed due to elevated E. coli and coliform levels.

We are retesting the water and expect to have new results tomorrow. Until further notice, we recommend that the public do not swim at the beach.

We will provide an update as soon as the new test results are available.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

08/20/2026

There's still time to register for the August 28th Full Moon Guided Kayak Trip. Go to waupacarec.com to register before Monday, the 24th. This 1.5 hour trip on the Upper Chain O' Lakes includes all equipment and instruction by Adventure Outfitters LLC.

08/19/2026

๐ŸŒŠ South Park Beach Seasonal Update ๐ŸŒŠ

As summer winds down, lifeguard coverage at South Park Beach will end after Friday, August 21.

Beginning Saturday, August 22:
๐Ÿ–๏ธ The beach house will be closed.
๐Ÿšซ Lifeguards will no longer be on duty.
โš ๏ธ Swimming will be at your own risk.

Our staff will still be completing seasonal closing activities and will respond if an emergency situation arises. Thank you to everyone who joined us at the beach this summer. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable rest of the season! โ˜€๏ธ

08/17/2026

LAST DAY to register for ๐ŸˆFlag Football, ๐ŸYouth Volleyball, and Adult Leagues at

Address

407 School Street
Waupaca, WI
54981

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 8pm
Thursday 7:30am - 8pm
Friday 7:30am - 11pm
Saturday 6pm - 11pm

Telephone

+17152584435

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