Hannibal Parks & Recreation Recent News

Trees to be planted April 4

03/27/2024

There will be several trees planted April 4 with the help of donated trees and manpower. The trees were donated by Forest ReLeaf of Missouri and voluntary manpower is being provided by DHL. • About 60 trees will be planted on South Main Street…

Rec Center to be closed

03/26/2024

The Admiral Coontz Recreation Center will be closed next week for several activities. On Tuesday, April 2, the rec center will be closed for the municipal election. It will be closed April 3 and 4 for setup of the Hannibal Piecemakers Quilt Guilt Show….

Early registration for Bear Creek Sports Park ends Sunday

03/26/2024

Early registration for recreational softball and baseball leagues at Bear Creek Sports Park ends Sunday, March 31. The cost per child is $65 but increases to $75 on April 1. Registration for recreational baseball and softball leagues at Bear Creek Sports Park is available…

Free swim lesson signup begins April 1

03/20/2024

Due to the generosity of those who loved Ronny Ferrel, children in Hannibal will receive free swim lessons at the Hannibal Aquatic Center this summer. Ferrel, who worked at the pool for more than 55 years, passed away June 3, 2023. His family requested…

Sodalis Shelter now available to rent

03/20/2024

There is now another place to have reunions, picnics and other events with a new shelter in Hannibal’s newest park. A shelter has been built in Sodalis Nature Preserve, thanks in part to a grant from the Missouri Department of Conservation. The shelter is…

Registration Day is March 30 at Bear Creek Sports Park

03/18/2024

Registration is online now for leagues at Bear Creek Sports Park but a Registration Day will also be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 30 at the park. Registration for recreational baseball and softball leagues at Bear Creek Sports Park is available at www.hannibalparks.recdesk.com…

Awards given for Shooter’s Education Youth BB Gun League

03/08/2024

Hannibal Area Shooter’s Education Youth BB Gun League program had a year that featured several outstanding shooters this year, as shown in the awards banquet recently at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. Travis Moore, program coordinator, said Katherine Painter, Nick Lawson and David Tutor…

Pickleball League winners announced

03/04/2024

The Hannibal Parks & Recreation Winter Pickleball League ended last week with a single-elimination tournament in the competitive division. Bill Baker and Jacob Hammock were the winners; with Tom Batenhorst and Jeff Riley winning second place. Matt Maple and Alicia Kestner won the intermediate…

Vendors Meeting March 6

03/01/2024

There will be a Vendors Meeting for anyone interested in participating in the Central Park Farmers Market 6:30 p.m. March 6 at Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. Steve Huse, market manager, said plans for the upcoming season will be discussed. Central Park Farmers Market Opening…

Drop-In Pickleball begins Tuesday

02/29/2024

Pickleball is not only the fastest growing sport, it is also a welcoming sport. Newcomers are always encouraged to join in, especially during Drop-in Pickleball, which will be offered Tuesday evenings at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. Drop-In Pickleball will be 5:30-8:30 p.m. March…

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