BV Recreation programming update during the covid-19 pandemic
Our goal at BV Rec is to offer as much of our annual programming as possible. All of our programs will only operate under the guidelines from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Chaffee County Public Health. The guidelines for each program will be listed on the program page.
Get fit, have fun, and play in beautiful Buena Vista, Colorado!
BV REC works with local enthusiasts, instructors, businesses and citizens, and currently provides over 75 athletic, cultural, and expeditionary activities. We know you’ll find something here you’ll like! If what you’re looking for isn’t offered, we will work with you to find out where it is offered or what might be required to get it going.
Programs
Athletics
Sports leagues or recurring athletic programs. This includes softball, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and other recreational and competitive leagues.
Outdoor Rec
Nature-based programs aimed at community engagement & conservation like group bike rides, 4x4 meet ups, cross country skiing, or trail building.
Fitness
Organized activities aimed at physical fitness and health. This includes yoga, group workout classes, swimming, gymnastics, martial arts, and more.
Special Events
Local community events that focus on recreation activities. Examples include concerts, tournaments & races.
Special Interests
Fun programs geared toward special topics of interest like bridge, seniors, dog lovers, or children's play groups.
Fine Arts
Recurring activities focused on artistic expression such as weekly art classes, music lessons, and dance classes.
What’s Happening in BV
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May 2022
Become a Licensed Home Childcare Provider
Become a Licensed Home Childcare Provider!!! There is a great need for licensed childcare in Chaffee County, especially for infants and toddlers. The Chaffee County Early Childhood Council can help you to understand and complete licensing requirements, as well as help you cover some of the costs to open your home childcare facility. As an incentive, the state is offering monthly awards & bonuses for new providers, as well as for established providers who increase their ratings with the state! If…
Find out more »Youth Baseball – 12U – Live Pitch – Summer 22
12U Live Pitch – Ages 11-12 $70 Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:00-8:00pm May 31-July 13 Grab your bat and your glove and get ready for the Youth Baseball League! Live Pitch is for ages 11-12, as of 4/30/22. Practices for the Youth Baseball League will begin the week of May 31. Live Pitch will have one 1-hour practice per week as scheduled by the volunteer team coach, and one practice per week led by the BV Rec Baseball Practice Facilitator…
Find out more »Girls Softball – 10U – Machine Pitch – Summer 22
Girls Softball League – Ages: 7-10 10U: $60/participant Practices: Weekday Mornings; Games: Mondays, Thursdays, and some Saturdays May 31-July 16 Sheila Stout Memorial Softball Field The Girls Softball League is back for Summer 2022! Practices for the Girls Softball League will begin the week of May 31. Practices will be held from 9:00-11:00am on Tuesdays & Fridays for 10U, and on Mondays & Wednesdays for 14U & 18U. A BV Rec Practice Facilitator will lead practice on Wednesdays…
Find out more »Youth Mountain Bike Skills Camp – Summer 22
Mountain Bike Skills Camp – Ages: 7-12 $160 Tuesday-Wednesday 4 weeks per session; 16 hours per session 1 Beginner Level Group per Session and 1 Intermediate Level Group per Session Max of 10 kids per level per session Session 1 Dates: May 31-June 22 (Afternoons) Session 2 Dates: June 28-July 20 (Mornings) Session 1: May 31 - June 22 (Afternoons) Beginner Level: Tuesday, May 31 and Wednesday, June 1 – 12:30-2:30pm Tuesdays, June 7, June 14, June 21 – 12:30-4:30pm…
Find out more »Youth Baseball – 8U – Coach Pitch – Summer 22
8U Coach Pitch – Ages: 7-8 $60 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:00-8:00pm May 31-July 14 Grab your bat and your glove and get ready for the Youth Baseball League! Coach Pitch is for ages 7-8, as of 4/30/22. Practices for the Youth Baseball League will begin the week of May 31. Coach Pitch will have one 1-hour practice per week as scheduled by the volunteer team coach, and one practice per week led by the BV Rec Baseball Practice Facilitator on…
Find out more »Youth Baseball – 10U – Modified Live Pitch – Summer 22
10U Modified Live Pitch – Ages 9-10 $60 Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 4:00-8:00pm May 31-July 13 Grab your bat and your glove and get ready for the Youth Baseball League! Modified Live Pitch is for ages 9-10, as of 4/30/22. Practices for the Youth Baseball League will begin the week of May 31. Modified Live Pitch will have one 1-hour practice per week as scheduled by the volunteer team coach, and one practice per week led by the BV Rec Baseball…
Find out more »June 2022
Girls Softball – 14U & 18U – Live Pitch – Summer 22
Girls Softball League – Ages: 11-18 14U & 18U: $70/participant Practices: Weekday Mornings; Games: Mondays, Thursdays, and some Saturdays May 31-July 16 Sheila Stout Memorial Softball Field The Girls Softball League is back for Summer 2022! Practices for the Girls Softball League will begin the week of May 31. Practices will be held from 9:00-11:00am on Tuesdays & Fridays for 10U, and on Mondays & Wednesdays for 14U & 18U. A BV Rec Practice Facilitator will lead practice on…
Find out more »Yoga for Grown Ups
YOGA FOR GROWN UPS For Older Adults in Chaffee County 10a-11:115a Wednesdays Buena Vista Community Center Pinon Room 715 E Main Street Slow down and connect your breath with your body while completing slow mindful movements with zero expectations on results. Classes are FREE! The goal is to feel more open, capable, centered & optimistic. Build community and have fun! No experience necessary: if you can breathe, you can practice yoga! Please bring your own mat and props. For…
Find out more »Bridge Club
Bridge Club – Ages: 18+ $1/visit Thursdays, 1:00-4:00pm January 6-December 29 Community Center, Pinon Room Bridge Club meets every Thursday from 1:00-4:00pm at the Community Center. Call Jim and DeDe Williams at 719-395-6530 or email dedeinbv@gmail.com by Tuesday night each week to reserve your spot in the weekly session. Registration: Drop-in CLICK HERE TO SIGN THE BV REC WAIVER ONLINE!
Find out more »Youth Baseball – 6U – T-Ball – Summer 22
6U T-Ball – Ages: 4-6 $40 Thursdays, 4:30-6:30pm June 2-July 14 Buena Vista Soccer Field Grab your bat and your glove and get ready for the Youth Baseball League! T-Ball is for ages 4-6, as of 4/30/22. Practices for the Youth Baseball League will begin the week of May 31. T-Ball practices will be held once a week, as scheduled by the volunteer team coach. T-Ball games will be on Thursdays from 4:30-6:30pm from June 9-July 14 in Buena…
Find out more »Sign Up
As you explore local programs online, you can sign up instantly! You can also print this Program Registration Form and return it by mail (PO Box 2002, Buena Vista, CO 81211) or drop it off at Town Hall (210 E Main Street). Please contact us or the specific program organizer with any questions!
Submit an Event
This website is intended to be a one-stop source for all things recreational in Buena Vista. In addition to programs hosted by the Town of Buena Vista Recreation Department, other organizations are welcome to submit programs that fall within the mission statement of the Recreation Advisory Board.
Program Proposals
We’d love to hear your ideas for new programs that inspire a variety of interests, including sports, music, and fine arts. Please submit your ideas for events and activities that promote community development through positive social interaction and facilitate stewardship of our outdoor recreation resources.
Refunds
Refunds for recreation programs will be given if a participant withdraws before the registration deadline for the program. Full or partial refunds may be given if a participant withdraws after the registration deadline due to a medical or family emergency including COVID-19 quarantines. Refunds will not be granted for program cancellations due to inclement weather or other circumstances beyond the control of the Recreation Department. Late registrations for youth sports programs will be accepted until the first games of the season have been played.