Buena Vista Recreation Information Center

Open Play Pickleball for Ages 10+ - Summer 2026
2026-07-31 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-29 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-27 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-24 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-22 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-20 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | River Park Pickleball Courts, 714 E Main St, Buena Vista, CO, 81211, United States
Open Play Pickleball
Coed | Ages 10+ | $2 Per Visit
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:00-11:00am
May 18 – September 30
BV River Park Pickleball Courts
Registration: Drop-in
Anyone under the age of 16 must be signed in by a parent. There must also be an adult present, who is responsible for the participant, for the entirety of the participant’s time at the gym. This adult does not have to be their parent.
This game mixes badminton, tennis, and ping pong skills creating a fun, active, low-impact sport for individuals of all ages and athletic backgrounds! No experience required.
More information on Pickleball in Chaffee County can be found on the local Pickleball Club’s website: peaktopeakpickleball.com!
Click Here to Sign the BV Rec Waiver Online

Adult Men's Softball League 2026
2026-07-30 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-24 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-23 18:00 - 22:00 | Softball Field, Softball Field, Buena Vista, CO, 81211, United States
Adult Men’s Softball League – Ages 16+
Team Registration Fee: $400/team, Player Registration Fee: $40/player
Thursdays-Fridays, 6:00-10:00pm June 11 – August 14
Grab your glove and get ready for another season of Adult Slow Pitch Men’s Softball! The league will consist of a round-robin season, followed by a postseason tournament. Games will be officiated by paid umpires. Teams are guaranteed a minimum of 9 games, including tournament.
There is a 12 team maximum, so please register early!
No games will be held on Friday, July 3rd.
WE NEED MORE SOFTBALL UMPIRES! PAY IS $33-45 PER HOUR! Please contact Zack at 719-581-7155 if you are interested. Please help us spread the word that we are hiring!
To register a team by cash or check, please print the registration form found at this link: Complete the form and then drop off at either Town Hall (210 E Main St), Town Hall East (713 E Main St), or the Community Center (715 E Main St) with payment. Office hours at all three locations are Monday through Thursday from 9:00am-4:00pm.
Team Registration Deadline: Tuesday, May 26 ($100 Late Team Registration Fee)
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER A MEN’S SOFTBALL TEAM ONLINE!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER A MEN’S SOFTBALL PLAYER ONLINE!

Adventure Camp - Summer 2026
2026-07-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-29 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Community Center, 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, 81211, United States
Adventure Camp – Ages: 6-12
$80/Session
Monday – Thursday, 1:00-4:00pm
Meet at the BV Community Center
Session 1: Monday, July 27 – Thursday, July 30
Session 2: Monday, August 3 – Thursday, August 6
Registration for Both Sessions Opens Friday, May 1st at 12:00pm (Noon)!

Fuel your child’s curiosity and enrichment with BV Rec’s Adventure Camp! Participants will engage in a mix of sports, hikes, crafts, field trips, and more. It’s all about having fun, making friends and trying new activities!

Please contact Zack Kochetta at zkochetta@buenavistaco.gov or 719-581-7155 with needs or questions related to this program.

Minimum: 8 participants, Maximum: 24 participants

Session 1 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 22

Session 2 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 29

Click here to register for Adventure Camp Session 1!

Click here to register for Adventure Camp Session 2!

Bridge Club
2026-07-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Community Center, 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, 81211, United States
Bridge Club – Ages: 18+ $1/visit Thursdays, 1:00-4:00pm Year Round Community Center – Pinon Room
Bridge Club meets every Thursday from 1:00-4:00pm at the Community Center. Contact Merilee Daugherty by phone (719-966-2004) or email (merileekb53@gmail.com) by Tuesday night each week to reserve your spot in the weekly session.
Registration: Drop-in after reservation
CLICK HERE TO SIGN THE BV REC WAIVER ONLINE!

Bus to Swimming Lessons - 2026
2026-07-30 09:00 - 11:45, 2026-07-29 09:00 - 11:45, 2026-07-28 09:00 - 11:45, 2026-07-27 09:00 - 11:45 | Community Center, 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, 81211, United States
Ages 6+ $105 per participant per session
The Buena Vista Recreation Department is working with Salida Recreation to provide transportation to swimming lessons. Participants will meet at the BV Community Center each morning to ride the bus to Salida, and be dropped off back at the Community Center after each lesson. Participants are expected to change clothes before and after swimming. Please only sign up through Buena Vista Recreation if you would like us to provide transportation to and from Salida for your child. If you will provide transportation for your child to and from Salida, please register with the Salida Recreation Department using this link: https://www.cityofsalida.com/aquaticcenter
Please contact Zack Kochetta at zkochetta@buenavistaco.gov or 719-581-7155 with needs or questions related to this program.
Registration for ALL Sessions Opens Friday, May 1st at 12:00pm (Noon)!

Session A – Salida – Monday-Thursday, 9:00-11:45am June 1-June 11
Registration Opens: Friday, May 1st at 12:00 PM
Registration Deadline for Session A: Monday, May 25
Minimum: 6 participants, Maximum: 14 participants
Click here to register for Session A at the Salida Aquatic Center

Session B – Salida – Monday-Thursday, 9:00-11:45am June 15-June 25
Registration Opens: Friday, May 1st at 12:00 PM
Registration Deadline for Session B: Monday, June 8
Minimum: 6 participants, Maximum: 14 participants
Click here to register for Session B at the Salida Aquatic Center

Session C – Salida – Monday-Thursday, 9:00-11:45am July 27 – August 6
Registration Opens: Friday, May 1st at 12:00 PM
Registration Deadline for Session C: Monday, July 20
Minimum: 6 participants, Maximum: 14 participants
Click here to register for Session C at the Salida Aquatic Center

Adult Coed Softball League 2026
2026-07-29 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-28 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-22 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-21 18:00 - 22:00 | Softball Field, Softball Field, Buena Vista, CO, 81211, United States
Adult Coed Softball League – Ages 16+
Team Registration Fee: $400/team, Player Registration Fee: $40/player
Tuesdays-Wednesdays, 6:00-10:00pm June 9 – August 12
BV Rec is excited to announce another season of Adult Slow Pitch Coed Softball! The league will consist of a round-robin season, followed by a postseason tournament. Games will be officiated by paid umpires. Teams are guaranteed a minimum of 9 games, including tournament. Teams should consist of 5 males and 5 females in the batting lineup in the Coed League.
There is a 12 team maximum, so please register early!
WE NEED MORE SOFTBALL UMPIRES! PAY IS $33-45 PER HOUR! Please contact Zack at 719-581-7155 if you are interested. Please help us spread the word that we are hiring!
To register a team by cash or check, please print the registration form found at this link: Complete the form and then drop off at either Town Hall (210 E Main St), Town Hall East (713 E Main St), or the Community Center (715 E Main St) with payment. Office hours at all three locations are Monday through Thursday from 9:00am-4:00pm.
Team Registration Deadline: Tuesday, May 26 ($100 Late Team Registration Fee)
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER A COED SOFTBALL TEAM ONLINE!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER A COED SOFTBALL PLAYER ONLINE!

Mahjong
2026-07-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-20 14:00 - 16:00 | BV Community Center, 715 E. Main St., Buena Vista, 81211, United States
Mahjong
Ages: 16+
$3/visit – Cash, Check or Venmo (@bvrec)
Every Monday from 2:00-4:00pm
BV Community Center (715 E Main St) – Pinon Room
Join the Fun — Weekly Mahjong Games at the BV Community Center!
Mahjong: Easy to Learn, Delightfully Challenging to Master. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just curious about this growing craze, you’re invited to our weekly Mahjong meetups!
The basics are simple enough to pick up in an afternoon – but there’s a world of strategy waiting to be explored. That’s what makes Mahjong the perfect mix of fun, challenge, and community. Whether you’ve never heard of Mahjong or play every week, this is an informal, friendly space to learn, laugh, and play.
If you have a Mahjong set or a National Mah Jongg League card, please bring — if not, no problem! We’ll have everything you need.
If you have any questions, please email emilykranz@gmail.com.
Registration: Drop-in (No need to RSVP)
Click here to sign the BV Rec waiver online!

Youth Summer Bowling League
2026-07-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Split Happens Bowling Center, 7615 US-50, Salida, 81201
Youth Summer Bowling League
Saturday’s At 10am June 13th – August 8th
Ages 2 – 18 Are Welcome
Weekly Dues Are $2.50 Per Game Bowled
Your child will receive coaching from approved volunteer coaches.
This is a sanctioned league with Chaffee County USBC.
For More Information And To Signup Contact Split Happens @ 719-539-6436

Youth Mountain Bike Skills Camp - Summer 26
2026-07-23 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-07-22 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-07-21 08:30 - 12:30 | Community Center, 715 E Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, 81211, United States
Mountain Bike Skills Camp – Ages: 7-14
1 Beginner Level Group, 1 Intermediate Level Group, and 1 Advanced Level Group
Beginner $100 – 4 weeks; 10 total hours
Advanced and Intermediate $160 – 4 weeks; 16 total hours
Max of 10 Kids per Level Group
Registration Opens Monday, May 11th at 12:00pm (Noon)!
Program Dates: June 30 – July 23

Beginner Level (Ages 7-10):

Tuesdays, June 30, July 7, and July 14 – 8:30am-10:30am
Tuesday, July 21 – 8:30am-12:30pm

Intermediate Level (Ages 9-12):

Thursdays, July 2, July 9, July 16, and July 23 – 8:30am-12:30pm

Advanced Level (Ages 11-14):

Wednesdays, July 1, July 8, July 15, and July 22 – 8:30am-12:30pm

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 23
Get your bikes and helmets ready for BV Rec’s Youth Mountain Bike Skills Camp!
The Beginner Level is designed for kids who are excited to learn the basics of mountain biking while getting to practice and be pushed alongside their peers. This is NOT a program to teach kids how to ride a bike. Participants must already know how to ride a bike. The Intermediate Level is designed for kids who are ready to take their mountain biking to the next level. From learning new skills around town to putting those skills to the test on some of the region’s best mountain bike trails, this course will push you to be your best.
Have you been riding for years and are ready to take your skills to the next level? Then the Advanced Level camp is meant for you! The Advanced Level is designed for kids who have already completed an Intermediate Level with BV Rec in the past. Riders will be participating in inherently dangerous activities, and for this level, riders will have to be at least 10 years old. This level is meant for advanced and older riders due to the terrain and trails that will be enjoyed during this class. BV Rec reserves the right to move participants to different levels.
The Beginner Level will consist of three, 2-hour sessions and one, 4-hour session and participants will stay in BV and utilize the BV River Park and Midland trails. The Intermediate Level and Advance Level will consist of four, 4-hour sessions. The Intermediate and Advanced Level groups will utilize some BV trails, and will also travel to Leadville, Twin Lakes, and Salida to introduce the participants to beginner/beginner-intermediate mountain bike trails that BV does not offer. In Leadville, we will use the CMC Timberline trails, in Twin Lakes, we will use the Interlaken trail, and in Salida, we will use the Rainbow Spartan trails. This equates to a total of 10 hours for each beginner participant and 16 hours for each intermediate and advanced level participant.
Drop off and pick-up will take place at the Buena Vista Community Center (715 E Main St). The sessions will be led by experienced mountain bikers, with additional help provided from various mountain bike experts and advocates from the local Buena Vista community.
Minimum of 20” bikes with hand brakes and gears. Participants must have a bike-mounted water bottle or hydration pack. Helmets required; gloves recommended. Snacks are highly recommended and plenty of water is required. We will provide a large water Igloo to refill water bottles.
Please contact Zack Kochetta at zkochetta@buenavistaco.gov or 719-581-7155 with needs or questions related to this program.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 23

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE BEGINNER LEVEL!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE INTERMEDIATE LEVEL!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE ADVANCED LEVEL!
