Learning/Recreation

We were delighted to have Lorie Line perform in Pelican Rapids on November 26.

Open Pickleball

• December 1 - April 13
• Monday Nights 6:30-8:30pm
• Legends Gym (enter east door 3)
• No fees or registration
• Adults only
• Equipment available if needed

No pickleball on the following dates: Dec. 22, Dec. 29, Jan. 19, Feb. 9, Feb. 16, Apr. 6

Questions: contact Cary Haugrud at chaugrud@vikes.us or 218.205.5745

Open Skating

• All ages welcome (kids 4th grade & under require adult supervision)
• Skates available for use

• Warming house will be closed if temp is -10 degrees or colder or 32 degrees or warmer

Open Rink & Warming House Schedule

UPDATE FEB. 19: due to warm weather and it's effect on the rink, open skate is closed for the year

January 3 - March 31

• Monday-Thursday 3:30-7:00pm
• Friday 3:30-8:00pm
• Saturday-Sunday 12:00-8:00pm

Questions: contact Cary Haugrud at 218-205-5745 or chaugrud@vikes.us

Open Gym / Walking Track / Weightroom

Update 3/2/26: Winter Open Gym/Walking Track/Weightroom is done due to the nice weather. The indoor walking track is still available during the school day (see details in Tab below)

January 11 - March 29, 2026

Sundays: 1:00-6:00pm

• 1:00 - 3:00 pm open gym/walking track/weightroom
• 3:00 - 6:00 pm walking track/weightroom/open gym*
                  *open gym from 3-6pm only if it is available
• No fees or registration
• Al Siegle Activity Center - enter west door 7
• Walking track: wear indoor shoes, water only (no food)
• Kids ages 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult

INSTANT PIANO For HOPELESSLY BUSY PEOPLE

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. You CAN learn to play the piano and you don’t have to read notes to do it! Give this a try. You’ll be glad you did!

Date: Monday, January 26
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
Location: Group session via Zoom
Instructor: Craig Coffman
Fee: $49

Register through Pelican Rapids Community Education

Online: https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Instant-Piano/SdDt8p8
Email: bwontor@vikes.us 
Phone: call Becky at 218-863-5910 x4250
Mail: Pelican Rapids Community Education, PO Box 642, Pelican Rapids, MN 56572

Include your name, email address, and phone number. Checks payable to: Pelican Rapids Community Education

Registration questions can be directed to Becky Wontor at bwontor@vikes.us or 218-863-5910 x4250

Details about the program and instructor can be found on the Cords Are Key website: www.chordsarekey.com

INSTANT GUITAR For HOPELESSLY BUSY PEOPLE

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play the way professionals do. This crash course, for ages 13 & up, will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away.

Date: Tuesday, January 27
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Location: Group session via Zoom
Instructor: Craig Coffman
Fee: $49

Register through Pelican Rapids Community Education

Online: https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Instant-Guitar/SbbdbaL
Phone: call Becky at 218-863-5910 x4250
Email: bwontor@vikes.us 
Mail: Pelican Rapids Community Education, PO Box 642, Pelican Rapids, MN 56572. Include your name, email address, and phone number. Checks payable to: Pelican Rapids Community Education

Registration questions can be directed to Becky Wontor at bwontor@vikes.us or 218-863-5910 x4250

Details about the program and instructor can be found on the Cords Are Key website: www.chordsarekey.com

Estate Planning - Wills, Trusts & More

Instructor: Chad Miller, Attorney Krekelberg Law Firm
When: Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm
Location: Pelican Rapids High School - Media Center - enter west door 8
Class fee: no charge, no registration required

This class will cover an overview of the basic estate topics, and the state of current Minnesota law regarding them.

We will discuss the following:

• Probate and how a Will affects the probate process
• Revocable & Irrevocable Trusts and their use in estate planning
• Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives and the current status of Estate & Tax Gift taxation

This class is meant to be interactive and questions are encouraged, so please come prepared to discuss these issues.

UPDATE 3/5/26 Class is full

Hunter Safety Education 4 Hour Coursework Review & Field Day Information

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Classwork at the Dunn Town Hall

• 7:30am Registration - doors open
• 7:45-11:00am Classwork
• 11:00-11:20am Lunch

47979 East Lake Lizzie Road , Pelican Rapids MN, 56572

Field Day at the Dunvilla Shooting Club

• 11:30 a.m. – until completed

21863 State Hwy 34, Pelican Rapids, MN 56572

• Snacks and a hearty lunch will be provided for all participants.
• Please bring your completed paperwork of your DNR Hunter Safety coursework.
• Please come prepared for any type of weather for that day.
• Registration: email Tyler Scott @ scotty5-18@hotmail.com
• Questions: email Tyler Scott at email above or text 218-731-0623

Babysitter Class

Dates: Wednesday, April 22 & Friday, April 24
Time: 3:20-6:00pm
Instructor: Mary Johnson, American Heart Association Certified
Location: PRHS Media Center (west door 8)
Fee: $30

• This class is for kids in grade 5 and up
• Limit: 20 participants
• Registration deadline: April 15
• Registration link: https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Babysitter-Class-2026/ScI6OL

Class topics include:

• Diapering & dressing
• Preparing simple meals
• Handling emergencies
• Focusing on safe care of infants & children

This American Academy of Pediatrics and American Heart course helps prepare you for the responsibility of babysitting infants through school-aged children.

Questions: contact Cary Haugrud at 218-205-5745 or chaugrud@vikes.us

School Year Schedule
Monday - Friday (school days)

• 6:00am - 8:00am
• 11:45am - 12:30pm

Background check required to get access pass. Click on the link below for more information:

Indoor Walking Track Access

Pelican Rapids Community Education – CDL Theory Training Course

Pelican Rapids Community Education is partnering with M State to offer the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Theory training course.

• This self-paced, online course is offered year-round through M State and can be started at any time.
• Once registered for the CDL Theory training course at M State, residents of the Pelican Rapids School District are eligible for use of a:
  • CDL Theory training course textbook
  • Pelican Rapids School District laptop

STEPS:
Step 1:

• Complete the registration process for the CDL Theory training course at M State using this online link: https://www.minnesota.edu/programs-and-degrees/commercial-drivers-license-cdl
• M State CDL Program questions: contact Bailey Wothe at bailey.wothe@minnesota.edu or 218.846.3733

Step 2:

• After you have registered for the course at M State, you can pick up the textbook and laptop at the Pelican Rapids Schools District office (Monday-Friday between 8:30-3:30pm, enter east door 1)
• Bring proof of M State CDL Theory training course registration from M State
• You will be required to read and sign the Pelican Rapids Community Education CDL Theory Training Course Acceptable Use Contract
• Pelican Rapids Community Ed questions: contact Becky Wontor at bwontor@pelicanrapids.k12.mn.us or 218.863.5910 x4250