Watauga County Parks and Recreation

10/14/2026

🏀 YOUTH BASKETBALL REGISTRATION 🏀

Watauga County Parks & Recreation is excited to announce registration for boys and girls basketball in grades 4–8!

📅 Registration Opens: October 19, 2026

📅 Registration Closes: November 30, 2026

IMPORTANT: No late registrations will be accepted.

Be sure to register before the November 30 deadline!

We look forward to another great basketball season!

10/09/2026

🏀 WE’RE HIRING BASKETBALL OFFICIALS! 🏀

Love basketball? Looking for a flexible part-time opportunity with great pay and a fun work environment? Watauga County Parks & Recreation wants YOU!

We’re hiring officials for our upcoming youth and adult basketball seasons, running from early November through March!

💰 Earn $20–$25 per hour
📍 All games are local, with most played at the Watauga Community Recreation Center
📅 Flexible scheduling
🙌 Fun, energetic work environment

Games are played weekday evenings beginning at 5:30 PM and Saturdays between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM

QUALIFICATIONS:
✔️ Basketball experience and knowledge required
✔️ Reliable transportation
✔️ Ability to work well with the public and manage all aspects of the game
✔️ Must pass a background check

🏀 NOT NFHS CERTIFIED? No problem! Individuals interested in officiating with Watauga County Parks & Recreation who are not currently NFHS Certified are required to attend a paid three-day training.

Ready to get in the game? Help us make this basketball season a great one while earning extra money and staying connected to the sport!

Interested in becoming an official? Contact Watauga County Parks & Recreation today to learn more!

10/08/2026

🎃 Trunk or Treat is getting closer and spots are filling up!

Join us Sunday, October 25 from 5:30–7:30 PM for a fun evening of costumes, candy, decorated trunks, and community fun!

🚗 Please sign up using the link below:

https://ncwataugacountyweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=AR&Type=special+programs&_csrf_token=Mb6V136R0J0F2M2W1X3E2V3O644R6E5J0E044C5F566A5X4K6O5506534Y5E530M4M51556G06684W6K6F0A5O575T6G03683K5G4Y08003U5D5703724U4K5H045K3W5F&fbclid=IwY2xjawU0uthleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMVg3YjZZUjV6SGNWRVRGNnhzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEesgMsNBSb92ETrOTptWVvKIwSj7GfwGTrr2DEXxFmvZVx9hacW4QyJR4Petk_aem_9T35ahmmbTUshvhS-yWLeA

🍬 Families, get those costumes ready! Bring the kids out to visit the decorated trunks, collect treats, and enjoy a great evening together.

We can’t wait to see everyone there!

10/08/2026

✨ MARK YOUR CALENDARS! ✨
📅 Registration opens October 12th!

Calling all K–3rd grade dancers!

The Watauga Sparkling Sapphires are looking for young dancers to join our team! Dancers will learn fun routines, build confidence, and perform during pregame/halftime at youth basketball games. 🏀✨

💲 $55 per dancer
🌟 No experience necessary!

See the flyer for all the details!

09/28/2026

Watauga County Parks and Recreation is currently hiring Basketball Referees for the upcoming youth and adult basketball seasons. Officials should have basketball experience and knowledge - officiating experience is preferred, but not required. The leagues begin in early November and conclude in March. We offer a flexible work schedule and a rewarding work environment. All games are played locally - most games are played at the Watauga Community Recreation Center in Boone. Officials must have reliable transportation, work well with children and adults, be able to maintain control of the game and must pass a background check. Training through WCP&R is required to any official who is not currently NFHS Certified. For more information, contact Watauga County Parks and Recreation at 828-264-9511 or at [email protected].

09/25/2026

🎃 Trunk or Treat is coming up!

Join us Sunday, October 25 from 5:30–7:30 PM for an evening of costumes, decorated trunks, candy, and Halloween fun for the whole family!

🚗 Want to decorate a trunk?
We are still looking for participants to help make this event special. Be sure to register your trunk and join in the fun!

🍬 Bringing the kids?
Come dressed in your favorite costume and get ready to visit our decorated trunks, collect treats, and enjoy a fun evening with our community.

We can’t wait to see everyone at Trunk or Treat!

09/21/2026

Check out the fall offering of swim lessons.

09/16/2026

09/03/2026

💦 Make a splash with your little one! 🐳💙

Our Parent & Infant Swim Lessons are designed for little swimmers ages 0–3 years! These fun, engaging lessons help introduce your child to the water while building confidence, comfort, and essential water skills—all with a parent or caregiver by their side. 🏊‍♀️👶

✨ 3 Session Options — All at 4:30 PM:

📅 September 14–24
📅 October 5–15
📅 October 26–November 5

📲 Sign up today online or in person at the WCRC and give your little one a great start in the water!

08/26/2026

🏀 K–3 Basketball Registration is coming! 🏀

Get your little ballers ready! Registration opens September 1 and closes October 12.

⚠️ There will be NO late registrations, so don’t wait to get signed up!

Let’s get on the court, learn the game, make new friends, and have some fun! 🏀⛹️‍♀️