By Southern Torch Staff

BOAZ, Ala. — A "new normal" will begin to take shape for Boaz Parks and Recreation as it prepares to reopen facilities next month.

According to a release from Director Sonja Hard, this will be the reopening schedule in the month of June:

June 1

• All recreation league baseball, softball, and t-ball practices will begin
• If you are interested in registering for the league as a team or an individual, limited registration will be open online until 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 28

June 15

• Recreation league games will begin
• The Rec. Center Gym will open to the public for free-play
• The Boaz Pool will open for public swim, swim team, and swim lessons (visit Boaz Barracudas Facebook page for more information)
• The Old Mill Park playground and splash will open
• Pool party and Old Mill Park Pavilion rentals will be available
• The outdoor basketball courts beside the Boaz Public Library will open to the public
• The Nature Park will be available to rent for events and soccer play

June 20

• Travel tournament will begin

If you have rented the Boaz Pool or an Old Mill Park Pavilion, or you have registered for swimming lessons for a date prior to June 15, you will be contacted to reschedule or request a refund.

We appreciate the community's patience as we navigate the safest way to reopen to the public. All facilities will adhere to guidelines, which may involve social distancing, 50% occupancy, and limited access. For more information, please contact the Boaz Rec Center at (256) 593-7862.