BMX Racing

New track and track location!

BMX racing is an exciting, competitive, family orientated sport for boys and girls that stresses individual achievement and sportsmanship. Racers compete against other riders in their age and skill level. Riders advance from novice to intermediate and expert classes as their individual skill level increases.  There are also opportunities to compete in state and national races on locally owned sponsored teams if riders wish.

It's easy to get started, Just show up for any practice or race and fill out the necessary application.  The only equipment required is a 20" BMX bike style bicycle that passes a safety inspection.  In addition to helmets, riders must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants.  Helmets are available at the track for loan.

• Track Location: Crow Wing Township Park, Barrows
• New Rider Clinic: May 17, 2008
• First Race: May 18, 2008
• Sign-up begins 1 hour prior to race
• Thursday Night Practice 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
• Must be an ABA Member to Race
• For further information call 218-821-4269

Brainerd Blue Thunder Baseball

The Brainerd Blue Thunder Baseball team joined the Northwoods Baseball League in 2005. The team is comprised of skilled, college-level playersa ll of whom have NCAA eligibility. The Blue Thunder provide a great opportunity for people in and around the Brainerd Lakes Area to take in some great family fun while enjoying America's favorite past time!

• Regular Season: May 29 - August 11, 2008
• Divisional Playoff: August 12 - 14, 2008
• Championship Series: August 15 - 17, 2008
• Stewart C. Mills Field: 601 Q Street NE, Brainerd
• Grandstand Seating: $7 for Adults; $6 for Children (12 and under)
• Party Deck Seating, Season Tickets, Bonus Books and Group Rates are also available.
• For more information or to order tickets call 218-828-2825

The Brainerd Area Civic Center

The Brainerd Area Civic Center and Gold Medal Arena are located at 502 Jackson Street and is home to the Brainerd Amateur Hockey Association (BAHA), Vacationland Figure Skaters and the Brainerd Warriors boys' and girls' hockey teams. For information about these facilities or to schedule ice or dry floor time, call the Civic Center at 825-3005 or the Parks and Recreation Department at 828-2320

Swimming Lessons

Lum Park - 828-2320 (Parks & Recreation)

• Ten lessons will be taught over a three week period to allow for postponements due to inclement weather.
• Session 1: June 16th to July 3rd
  Session 2: July 7th to July 25th
• Cost: $30

YMCA - 218-829-4767

• All lessons run 2 days a week. Various Lessons run from June - August.
• Aquatics Center - The new aquatics center is now open. Enjoy the 115' waterslide, Lily Pad Crossing, Mushroom waterfall, and the Alligator. Free to YMCA members. Day pass required for communitiy members.