Hinkson Fields Closure

The Hinkson fields will be closed Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9, 2009.

This closure is to complete a City and University-approved “controlled burn” so as to eliminate the debris that accumulated as a result of the flooding this past spring.

Green Tennis Center Closure

Green Tennis Center outdoor courts will be closed Friday, August 7 until Sunday, August 23, 2009.

The four outdoor courts at the Green Tennis Center will be closed during this period. This closure is due to necessary scheduled periodic repairs and to apply a new layer of “color coat” to the playing surface. This project will provide for a safer and improved playing surface.

The indoor courts remain open, but a Green Tennis Center membership is required to use the indoor courts.

Brewer Basketball Court Closure

Courts 7-10 will be closed through August 14, 2009.

This closure is for routine maintenance and care as we sand and reseal the hardwood courts as well as to apply a completely enhanced and new color of paint to the surrounding walls.

Stankowski Field Once Again Lights Up the Mizzou Night

The field lights again illuminate the newly renovated Stankowski Field. The lights will remain on nightly until midnight until the start of fall session. At that time they will move to a schedule which will permit play until 1 a.m.

Work remains to install fencing, drinking fountains and signs which will display the absolute rules and guidelines for faciltiy use. The new turf requires a new set of rules to keep the area clean and pristine so please abide by the rules when utilizing the field.

The following items are NOT allowed on or around the field:

Sunflower Seeds & Other Food
GumFour Legged Animals
Metal Cleats
Tobacco
Bikes & Strollers

Play involving batting balls, or ball that can be batted, are prohibited for open play as well. Examples are Baseball,Softball, LaCrosse and Cricket to name a few.

Please keep this in mind as you prepare for regular field use.

For questions on use, please contact Eric Maki at 884-0765.

The 1.5 million dollar project is proudly and fully funded by the Student Recreation Activity Fee through a fiscal strategic plan developed and established in 1998 to address Stankowski Field's turf replacement. As such it is intended for use by current MU students and Student Recreation Complex Members. Guests must pay a daily fee by visiting the membership desk of the rec complex accessed through the Hitt St. Entrance.

Guest information, reservations and rental rates are available to nonmembers by calling Laura Salerno at the membership desk, 882-0369.

Tiger Grotto Closed for Repairs

The Tiger Grotto will be closed until Saturday, August 8 for completion of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool Safety Act pool grate installation. The Hot Tub, Steam Room and Sauna will remain open during this period. For completion of this work, the pool will be drained and cleaned. We will reopen The Grotto leisure pool as soon as work is complete and the pool is full, heated and treated.

Stankowski Field Bike Racks Unavailable for Annual Maintenance

The bike racks surrounding Stankowski Fieldhouse will be unavailable for use beginning Monday, August 3rd - Friday, August 7th for annual maintenance. Please use alternative spaces underneath the west and southeast entrances of the Rec Complex.

Stankowski Stomp to Christen New Stankowski Field Turf! Sunday July 19th 7-8:30 p.m.

The Stankowski Stomp is scheduled for Sunday, July 19 from 7-8:30 p.m. as the Grand Opening Event on Stankowski Field. New turf needs play to help settle the infill product. The more activity the better, so MizzouRec is sponsoring an evening of fun and games for all currently enrolled students and Student Recreation Complex Members. The new field is now ready for play, and we want to make sure you are a part of the Grand Opening event! The festivities begin Sunday, July 19 from 7-8:30 p.m. with free t-shirts for the 1st 200 attendees, awesome music and fun games for everyone...

3-on-3 soccer, Dizzy Bat, 3-Legged & Wheelbarrow Races, Best Shots on Goal: Soccer & Frisbee, Flag Tag

Great Dance Jams too!

With the FABULOUS new Stankowski Field, we need your help to ensure that the field stays in great condition for all to play. The following items are NOT allowed on or around the field:

Sunflower Seeds & Other Food
Gum
Pets
Metal Cleats
Tobacco

Please keep this in mind as you prepare to attend The Stomp and for regular field use.

For questions, please contact Christine Williams, Cindy Strine or Matt Foster at 884-5600.The 1.5 million dollar project is proudly and fully funded by the Student Recreation Activity Fee through a fiscal strategic plan developed and established in 1998 to address Stankowski turf replacement.

Stankowski Turf Replacement is Complete

Stankowski Field is open for limited play by currently enrolled Mizzou Students and Student Recreation Complex members. A section of the construction fence has been removed at the east end of the facility near the Sand Volleyball courts. Absolute Rules for Use are displayed on temporary signage at various locations within the facility. Please read them carefully; adherence is a must.

Work yet to be completed in the coming weeks includes repairing and replacing the fencing around the fields and along Maryland Ave. as well as installing new drinking fountains.

Stankowski Field, Track & Sand Volleyball courts are available for use by the public, community groups & organizations who pay established rental fees. Contact MizzouRec at 884-5600 for reservation information & rental rates or visit the facilities page of this web site for a printable application.The 1.5 million dollar project is and fully funded by the Student Recreation Activity Fee through a fiscal strategic plan developed and established in 1998 to address Stankowski turf replacement.Continue to visit MizzouRec website where the site webcam image will be displayed along with regular reports on the project.

Stankowski Turf Nearing Completion - July 4, 2009

The rains that kept the work crew away from Stankowski Field for a few days have had little effect on progress. Recent work completed includes inlaying the field marking, completing the Stacked MU Logo Inlay and applying the sand and Ecofill infill product. As of Friday July 3rd, grooming of the field has begun.

After closer inspection, it was determined that the fencing located between the track and the playing fields is in need of replacement. That work will be completed as a second phase of this project with preparation for the work to be completed underway. A walk-through of the fields to determine the volume of work yet to be completed and the fields preparedness for play is scheduled for the coming week.

The 1.5 million dollar project is proudly and fully funded by the Student Recreation Activity Fee through a strategic fiscal plan developed and established in 1998 to address Stankowski turf replacement.

Those interested in following progress of the project should continue to visit the MizzouRec website where a site webcam image will be displayed along with regular reports on the project. You can learn more about MondoTurf here.

Rain or Shine Stankowski Moving Right Along - June 13

Installation began of the Mondo Turf product last Monday morning and progress has been steady since. Dodging a few raindrops has not been a problem for the crew as the stitching of two playing fields is nearly complete. The project remains on schedule with an expected completion date of July 13th. The familiar green playing surface with gold end zones is beginning to reappear.

When complete, the field markings will be identical to the previous surface with but one striking difference. The stacked MU will have a reading orientation from the south as opposed to the north. When standing at the south end zone of the middle field, Field No. 2, participants will have a spectacular view of the stacked MU, Tiger Plaza and Jesse Hall looming in the distance. The 1.5 million dollar project is entirely funded by student fee dollars made possible by long term planning and fiscal responsibility. A replacement fund was established shortly after the original Astroturf was installed in 1997.

Those interested in following progress of the project should continue to visit the MizzouRec website where a site webcam image will be displayed along with regular reports on the project. You can learn more about MondoTurf here.

Truman's Pond is now Open!

Come relax and float at the outdoor pool or just lay out on one of the lounge chairs and enjoy the sun.

Truman's Pond is open Monday -- Saturday 11:00 am -- 6:00 pm, and Sunday 12:00- 6:00 pm.

Times are weather permitting, on days when the projected high temperature is 75 degrees or higher.

Jungle Gym NOW OPEN

The Jungle Gym is now open as scheduled. In addition to the floor resurfacing, deep cleaning of the entire area was completed, including machines, vents, and fans.

Stankowski Field Turf Project - Wed. June 3, 2009

The Stankowski Field Turf Replacement Project continues on schedule. The subsurface grading of the site is nearly complete and the nailer around the perimeter of the fields is in place. The seam material arrived yesterday and the new artificial grasslike turf is expected to be delivered to the site this Friday.

The excellent weather has been a boon to the start of this project with recent showers having no effect on the schedule. Similar weather is expected for most of the next week which will continue to provide perfect conditions to keep the project on schedule.

Once again we need to remind our friends that the Stankowski Field playing fields and the surrounding track are now closed until the project completion date of July 13. Those who choose to ignore the fencing and signage risk injury and charges of trespassing, something none of us would like to see.

The Field House restrooms and Sand Volleyball Courts will remain open during this time for use by the members of the Mizzou Campus Community.

As previously reported, MondoTurf with Ecofill Star infill, a two piece artificial turf system ideally suited for the playing and climate conditions found here at Mizzou will replace the Astroturf. MondoTurf is engineered to duplicate the response of natural grass and deliver a superior level of performance and safety than similar products on the market. MondoTurf also excels as an environmentally friendly product. Ecofill is a thermoplastic, odor free compound, 100% recyclable and less prone to heat absorption during times of peak temperatures experienced in Mid-Missouri.

The 1.5 million dollar project is proudly and fully funded by the Student Recreation Activity Fee through a fiscal strategic plan developed and established in 1998 to address Stankowski turf replacement.

Those interested in following progress of the project should continue to visit MizzouRec website where a site webcam image will be displayed along with regular reports on the project. You can learn more about MondoTurf here.

Follow the complete story of the Stankowski Project in words and pictures, as well as all other summer construction and maintenance projects and schedules for recreation facilities at mizzourec.blogspot.com.

Stankowski Field Turf Project Off to a Good Start

The Stankowski Field Turf Replacement Project is moving right along. Having begun last Monday (May 18), all of the turf has been removed from the site as has the nailer from the perimeter of the turf. Work on the subsurface will be the next step in preparation for laying the new artificial grasslike turf.

Here's what it looked like for the 24 hours of May 18, beginning at midnight:



The excellent weather has been a boon to the start of this project. Similar weather is expected for most the coming week, which will continue to provide perfect conditions to keep the project on schedule.

Once again we need to remind our friends that the Stankowski Field playing fields and the surrounding track are now closed until the project completion date of July 13. Those who choose to ignore the fencing and signage risk injury and charges of trespassing.

The Field House restrooms and Sand Volleyball Courts will remain open during this time for use by the members of the Mizzou Campus Community.

As previously reported, MondoTurf with Ecofill Star infill, a two piece artificial turf system ideally suited for the playing and climate conditions found here at Mizzou will replace the Astroturf. MondoTurf is engineered to duplicate the response of natural grass and deliver a superior level of performance and safety than similar products on the market. MondoTurf also excels as an environmentally friendly product. Ecofill is a thermoplastic, odor free compound, 100% recyclable and less prone to heat absorption during times of peak temperatures experienced in Mid-Missouri.

The 1.5 million dollar project is proudly and fully funded by the Student Recreation Activity Fee through a fiscal strategic plan developed and established in 1998 to address Stankowski turf replacement.

Those interested in following progress of the project should continue to visit the MizzouRec website where a site webcam image will be displayed along with regular reports on the project. You can learn more about MondoTurf here.

Update on Truman's Pond

Truman's Pond typically opens in the spring of each year sometime following the break. Opening and preparation is dependent first and foremost on the weather, followed by the annual evaluation of the work needed to prepare the pool for operation.

However, this year - in accordance with the Virginia Graeme Baker Act - the outdoor pool will be fitted with new suction fittings and grates prior to filling. The demand for both the installation and new grates is significant throughout the USA as this is high season for outdoor pools. It is hoped that the pool will be ready for use soon; however, the actual date depends on product and installer availability. We will keep you posted on the progress.

We are happy to report the deck of Truman's Pond will be open for sunbathing beginning Thursday, May 21st. Hours will be Monday - Saturday 11:00am - 6:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm - 6:00pm.

Jungle Gym Closure for Floor Resurfacing and Maintenance

The purpose of this message is to let you know that a significant floor maintenance project is scheduled for the Jungle Gym including the Cardio Theater May 17 - June 3, 2009. As a result, the Jungle Gym will be completely closed for use during this time.

WHAT FITNESS OPTIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE?
1.The Quiet Fitness Room will be available without interuption, however conditions in this space will be monitored for possible odor. If deemed necessary this space may close for a brief period of time to to protect our members from any potential health and safety issues.
2. The Pump Room will be open.
3. The indoor track will be available.
4. Tiger Lair, our spinning studio, will be open for member use during facility hours.
5. Lap swim will be available.
6. Also as an outstanding exercise alternative, we will be offering a limited number of Tiger X classes, free of charge, to all members from Monday May 18, 2009 through Wednesday June 3, 2009. (schedule posted under Tiger X section of our website)

WHAT IS THE MAINTENENANCE PROJECT & WHY DOES IT HAVE TO HAPPEN NOW?
Following four years of hard use, the wood floor under the cardio equipment needs to be stripped, sanded and sealed.
This process takes 2 weeks to complete, cure and correctly harden.
While we are not a ghost town during late May, it is statistically the period of lowest use in the facility. Hence we are taking advantage of this time to take care of the business of the business!
The good news? This type of work only needs to happen every four years.

WHY CAN?T I USE THE REST OF THE JUNGLE GYM DURING THIS TIME?
During the recoating process, a strong odor will be noticed throughout the fitness areas. For the safety of our members, we will be closing the space during the recoating period. This also permits our staff ample opportunity to deep clean all equipment and spaces in the Jungle Gym thus resulting in a safer, cleaner, and enjoyable environment for future member use.

If you have any questions or concerns during this time, please contact Meghan Dimsa at dimsam@missouri.edu.

Stankowski Field Turf Project starts as scheduled! Day 1 Update

The Stankowski Field Turf replacement Project has begun as planned. At 8 a.m. this morning May, 18, crews began moving their equipment on the field and began demolition of the existing turf by cutting it into 10’x10’ sections for removal. Additional Day 1 work included installation of the perimeter construction site fencing, cutting away the turf from the poured track and building a project entryway over the track. Sections of the turf have already been removed and are filling the Dumpsters located on the worksite.

As a reminder, the Stankowski Field playing fields and the surrounding track are now closed until the project completion date of July 13. The Field House restrooms and Sand Volleyball Courts will remain open during this time for use by the members of the Mizzou Campus Community.

As previously reported, MondoTurf with Ecofill Star infill, a two piece artificial turf system ideally suited for the playing and climate conditions found here at Mizzou will replace the Astroturf. MondoTurf is engineered to duplicate the response of natural grass and deliver a superior level of performance and safety than similar products on the market. MondoTurf also excels as an environmentally friendly product. Ecofill is a thermoplastic, odor free compound, 100% recyclable and less prone to heat absorption during times of peak temperatures experienced in Mid-Missouri.

The 1.5 million dollar project is entirely funded by student fee dollars made possible by long term planning and fiscal responsibility. A replacement fund was established shortly after the original Astroturf was installed in 1997.

Those interested in following progress of the project should continue to visit the MizzouRec website website where a site webcam image will be displayed along with regular reports on the project. You can learn more about MondoTurf here.

New Turf Scheduled for Stankowski Field!

The RecSports Fields at historic Stankowski Field will be receiving a facelift. The Astroturf playing surface is at the end of its lifecycle and will be replaced with a latest generation of artificial field surfaces. MondoTurf with Ecofill Star infill, a two piece artificial turf system ideally suited for the playing and climate conditions found here at Mizzou will replace the Astroturf. MondoTurf is engineered to duplicate the response of natural grass and deliver a superior level of performance and safety than similar products on the market. MondoTurf also excels as an environmentally friendly product. Ecofill is a thermoplastic, odor free compound, 100% recyclable and less prone to heat absorption during times of peak temperatures experienced in Mid-Missouri.

There will be a brief period of short term pain for the long term gain. It will be necessary to take the track, along with the fields off-line for eight weeks to complete the project. Work begins on Monday, May 18, immediately following semester’s end, with the fields ready for play by July 13 (weather permitting). Parking and pedestrian traffic along the east side of Maryland Avenue will also be affected during this time. A number of parking spaces will serve as the storage and staging area for construction materials. The pedestrian walkway may be unavailable for extended periods of time. Stankowski Field House and the sand volleyball courts will remain open for use as will the pedestrian walkways to the north and south of the fields.

The 1.5 million dollar project is entirely funded by student fee dollars made possible by long term planning and fiscal responsibility. A replacement fund was established shortly after the original Astroturf was installed in 1997. In discussing the project Director of MizzouRec, Diane Dahlmann, says “Our student leaders tell us Stankowski Field plays a significant role in campus life. Resurfacing the fields is an investment in our students and our future. This state of the art product will provide our students a world class playing experience that will be second to none within the current fee structure.”

Those interested in following progress of the project should visit the MizzouRec website beginning May 18th, where a site webcam image will be displayed along with regular reports on the project. You can learn more about MondoTurf here.