Pictured paddle boarding, from left, are Ramie Perry, Ethan Cook and Kaleb Schneidewent. (Photo by Phoebe Muthart)

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is offering free community paddle boarding and canoeing from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, July 28, at Pike Lake Beach. No registration is required. An annual waiver and rules sheet must be signed by each participant, (must be signed by a parent for anyone under age 18).

Participants under the age of 16 must have a parent in the water with them. Paddle boards are available for community use. Paddle boards are available on a  first-come, first serve basis and may be used in timed increments. All equipment and life vests provided. All participants will be briefed on safety measures prior to paddle boarding. All paddle boarding will be supervised by staff. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, sunshine and Pike Lake while learning to navigate a paddle board.

The Central Park Plaza is located at 225. E. Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department by email at [email protected], visit their office, located at 117 E. Canal St., Warsaw,  between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.  Monday – Friday,  call (574) 372-9554 or visit www.warsaw.in.gov.