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We are excited to announce the re-opening of the Lakota Canyon Rec Center for residents.  Hours for the Rec Center will be limited, there will be no more after hours access currently.  Rec center staff must be present to use the facilities, because of this, hours of the facility will be from 10am - 8pm Tuesday through Sunday.  The rec center will be CLOSED on Mondays.  There are guidelines that must be followed in order to re-open.  Unique guidelines are slightly different for the restaurant, pool, and gym areas.  Also a reminder that all key fobs and access cards MUST be recoded by Saturday, May 31st if you wish to have access to the Lakota Canyon Rec Center.  This includes signing an addendum waiver  you can fill this out prior to your appointment.  Please call to schedule an appointment, 970-984-3996.

We will continue to monitor CDC and Garfield County guidelines, mandates, and variances, and update you accordingly as new information is available.  Please know that we are doing everything we can to re-open your facility safely and in cooperation with the federal, state, and local government requirements.

The pool is OPENING this Friday, May 29 - Yes, you heard that right, Dave has been working diligently to get the pool open for the summer.  This is in conjunction with Garfield County Variance approval issued May 23, 2020.  We do have some specific guidelines to follow that you need to be aware of before coming.  DO NOT come to the rec center at all if you are sick or experiencing any signs of illness of any kind.  You also must wear a face covering if you wish to be allowed in.

• Everyone must scan in with your fob or card when arriving before you are allowed access to the pool.
• You will be allowed to use the round tables (only 4 chairs per table) and picnic tables but no more than 6 people may be in one group at a table.
• You will need to bring your own towel or chair to sit on around the pool.  NO LOUNGE CHAIRS cannot be used.
• There is a total capacity limit of 50 people at the pool.  Because of this only Lakota residents, immediate family living with you, or guests staying at your house are allowed at the pool.  Punch passes may NOT be used until further notice.
• You are required to wear a mask through the facility until you are at your space by the pool.  Once you get there you can take the mask off.  Masks are NOT allowed in the pool.
• Hours will be from 10am - 8pm Tuesday through Sunday.  The pool will be closed Monday of each week for cleaning and maintenance.
• Toilets will be open but it is not allowed to use the locker room, the showers, or the lockers.
• Unaccompanied minors are not allowed.  Adults are responsible for minors with them.
• Social distancing requirements must be met.  It is recommended to be 10’ apart from others.
• You are required to pick up after yourselves (both personal items and food).  Any items left at the pool will be thrown away at the end of the day. This includes pool floats, toys, balls, towels, etc.
• No outside alcohol is allowed at the pool.  You are welcome to bring your own food (but the restaurant food is awesome!).

Lakota Grill and Bakery is open for dine in or take out.  Reservations are required for dine in.  Please call 970-984-7029 to reserve your table or place an order.  Face coverings are required until you are seated or while you are picking up food.  Hours of operation below.  View the menu here.

Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30 (open 11am - 8pm)

Sunday, May 31 the restaurant is Closed

Monday’s the restaurant is Closed

Beginning on Tuesday, June 2, hours for Lakota Grill and Bakery will be:

Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 8pm

Sundays 11am - 6pm

The gym is reopening as well following the Garfield County Variance issued on May 15, 2020 for fitness facilities and gyms.

• Gym hours will be limited to 10am - 8pm Tuesday through Sunday.  The gym will be closed on Mondays.
• Only 6 people are allowed in the gym at one time.  Be courteous and do not enter if 6 people are already in the gym.  You will be asked to leave if you don’t comply.
• Face coverings are required when entering and while using the facility, when physically possible.
• Anyone using the gym must be diligent about maintaining at least 6’ social distancing at any given time.
• DO NOT use a piece of equipment that is less than 6’ from other persons.
• All equipment MUST be thoroughly cleaned before and after use.
• No group classes are allowed yet.  This means no yoga until further notice.
• You are not allowed to enter the facility at all if you have a fever, are sick, or have been sick in the prior 14 days.  Max capacity for gym use is limited to 6 people until further notice.
• Unaccompanied minors are not allowed.  Anyone using the gym must be there for training purposes.  Do not bring children to wait while you work out.

Massage services are back too!  It is time for some self-care, take care of your body!

Jennifer Dority with BodEquality Massage, is carefully re-opening at the Lakota Recreation Center. Limited appointments will be offered for the first few weeks, with increased availability as time passes. On line scheduling has been temporarily suspended, so please call or text 970.309.8645 or email BodEquality@gmail.com to schedule an appointment. Please note that due to required changes of intake protocol, an appointment will take approximately 30-45 minutes longer than scheduled.

Lakota residents pay a decreased rate as a benefit of your HOA.

Lakota Residents special rates are:

• 60 min - $75 (plan for an hour and a half)
• 90 min - $110 (plan for 2 hours)
• 120 min - $150 (plan for 2.5 hours)

I look forward to helping you achieve your goals! ~ Jennifer