Special programs are not part of the Parks & Recreation regularly-scheduled classes and programs.  Some programs, like the Lawn Bowling Club or the Riverside Live Steamers are offered by individuals or volunteer organizations and are not Parks & Recreation programs although they take place in City Parks.

Roller Hockey Facility at Arlington Park
The Arlington Park Roller Hockey facility is open to the public 30 minutes before sunrise and closes 30 minutes after sunset. The facility is also available for rental. Rental fees are $10.00 per hour ($15.00 per hour for non-residents), plus a $75.00 deposit fee, a $10.00 non-refundable processing fee (and a $10.00 refund processing fee will be applied if a refund is requested).

Skateboard Facility at Hunt Park
Fall hours: Daily – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Skaters of all ages can now enjoy the jumps, ramps, bowls, and curves for practicing all the latest moves! This non-supervised all-concrete skateboard facility also features a handicapped observation ramp, a pyramid/grind combo, a “fun box,” double rails, and single rails. ALL SKATERS MUST WEAR PROPER SAFETY EQUIPMENT (Helmets, elbow pads, and knee pads). For additional information, please call Hunt Park at 351-6132.

Lawn Bowling
Bowlers meet on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9 a.m. and Sundays at 1:30 p.m.
This Riverside tradition has been around since 1926 and is great for all ages. The Riverside Lawn Bowling Club provides free instruction and bowls for beginners. Come to the Lawn Bowling Greens at Fairmount Park, 2601 Fairmount Blvd, near the Market Street (locomotive) entrance.

This unique sport is played with a bowl, or ball, which is not uniformly shaped. The bowl curves when rolled because one side is flattened. Concentration is necessary to develop the skill that sends each bowl on an accurate, curved path toward the target. For more information, please call the Riverside Lawn Bowling Club at 780-7273.

Riverside Live Steamers (RLS) - The 100% Steam Only Club
Train rides for the public are on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month
This club was formed in 1966 to perpetuate the enjoyment of steam power in a rapidly “dieselized” world. Since that beginning, the Riverside Live Steamers (RLS) has operated passenger hauling trains, all steam powered, twice a month, weather permitting.

RLS offers free rides for all on the second and fourth Sunday of each month from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 1496 Iowa St. RLS usually hauls 600 to 900 passengers per run day. Visitors are welcome in the steaming area before and after the run hours. Members are also available between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. to answer your questions.

Adopt-A-Street
The Adopt-A-Street Program is co-sponsored by the City of Riverside, Public Works Department and Keep Riverside Clean and Beautiful (KRCB). The program offers individuals, groups, and businesses the opportunity to help support the City’s efforts to provide cleaner communities by selecting streets to beautify and maintain. For more information on how you can adopt a street, please call KRCB at 683-7100.

Santa Ana River Trail
Come and enjoy the river’s open space, wildlife, and recreational opportunities. From the heights of Mt. San Gorgonio, past forests and farms, through the counties of San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange, flows the Santa Ana River toward the Pacific Ocean. This continuous trail system links public parks and open space areas along the river corridor. The region’s population including horseback riders, hikers, joggers and bicycle enthusiasts enjoys the trail. The trail is also great for bird watching, nature walks, and educating youth about the environment and science.

Nature Hikes
Attention teachers, scout leaders, and parents! The Park Rangers can work with you to customize group hikes on the footpaths along the Santa Ana River Bottom, at Sycamore Canyon Park, Fairmount Park, and Mt. Rubidoux. Learn about the plant and animal life in these unique areas of our City. Reservations are now being accepted. In addition, school and service organization presentations are now being reserved at the main Park & Recreation Department Office. Demonstrations, park Safety, care of parks, and general park use are the main topics of discussion, along with plant and animal life in the area.

Adopt-a-Park
Become a sponsor! The Adopt-a-Park program is designed to assist in the beautification of city parks and trails. For more details about this program, please call 826-6126, between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.