🏊‍♂️ High Desert Park & Rec + Hi-Desert Swim Team – Summer 2026 🏊‍♀️
Dive into a great summer with competitive swim!

We’re excited to announce that High Desert Park & Recreation is now officially partnered with the Hi-Desert Swim Team! All registrations and fees will now go through HDPR, making sign-ups easier than ever.

📅 Season Schedule

• Registration Opens: April 2026
• Season Runs: Early June – July 31, 2026
• Practice Location: High Desert Swimming Pool
• Compete Against Teams From:
  • Prineville
  • Lakeview
  • Burns
  • Cascade East District Meet

💲 Fees are tiered based on Team - Include Splash Fee's

• A TEAM: $135                   B TEAM: $120                      C TEAM: $110 (paid to HDPR)
• $40 USA Swim Membership Fee (required for all swimmers, even non-competing divers, for insurance coverage)
• If you are new to Swim Team or unsure this season on which team you will be assigned to please reach out to pool office and we will ask coaches. If you are brand new we will hold a test placement day.  Please read the next section for swimming qualifications to make the team. 

📣 Important Info

• A Parent Meeting will be held on Group Classifications Day (info will be emailed prior to first practice)
• Swim Team Canidates must be willing to get in the water and pass through the Otter's Class in Swim lessons.  If you were in swim team last year we will not ask you to leave, you may return upon childs willingness, coaches do not have time to continually fight with children they will be asked to get out of the pool.  
• Follow us on Facebook at High Desert Park and Recreation for the fastest updates on schedules, events, and more!

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Volunteers Needed

The Hi-Desert Swim Team is still 100% volunteer-run — and we need YOU!
Whether it’s helping at meets, joining the swim board, or leading a specific task, we’d love to have your support.  We will be offering free admission on one member of swim team to any parents that can commit to becoming a stroke/turn judge or a meet officiant.  Discounts will be given to those parents that are willing to help run large parts of the swim meets this season.  That includes a sponsorship parent, hospitality parent, set-up and take-down director parent, and BBQ parent.  We are in need of a board member this season as well, this also comes with a discount. If you have an interest in any of these postions please reach out and we can give you information on trainings or planning.  This team thrives because of its amazing community! 

🏅 2026 Meet Schedule

• Prineville Meet: June 19th-21st, 2026
• Lakeview Meet: June 26-28th, 2026
• Burns Meet: July 17–19, 2026
• Cascade East District Meet (Burns): July 24–26, 2026

📞 Questions? Contact High Desert Park & Rec at 541-573-2413.
🌊 Let’s make a splash this summer with Hi-Desert Swim Team!

 

🎉 "Every Kid Plays" Sports Scholarship Program
Offered by High Desert Park & Recreation

At High Desert Park & Rec, we believe every child deserves the chance to play—no matter their financial situation. That’s why we proudly offer youth sports scholarships to help cover the cost of participation in any of our programs.

🤝 What is the Scholarship Program?

A supportive opportunity for families in need to ensure that cost is never a barrier to joining a sport. Whether it's soccer, basketball, swim team, or more—we've got you covered.

✅ Available for all HDPR youth sports
✅ Simple application process
✅ Confidential and respectful support

📌 How to Apply:

Visit or contact our District Manager to learn more and complete a brief application:
📍 1000 Oregon Ave, Burns, OR
📞 541-573-2413
📧 highdesertparkrec@gmail.com

💬 "Every Kid Plays" isn’t just a slogan—it’s our mission. If your child wants to play, we’ll do everything we can to make that happen.