CITY OF DURHAM PARKS AND RECREATION
Play More
WHAT'S INSIDE?
SEPTEMBER 2020
dprplaymore.org
dprinfo@durhamnc.gov
919-560-4355
Youth Tennis Adult Cornhole Tournament History Hikes Virtual Programs
400 Cleveland Street, Durham, NC 27701
WE SUPPORT INCLUSION - PERSONS OF ALL ABILITY LEVELS ARE WELCOME AT EVERY FACILITY AND EVERY PROGRAM.
GREETINGS FROM DURHAM PARKS & RECREATION'S INTERIM DIRECTOR
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hroughout these trying times, I have continued to be impressed with the creativity, resiliency, and professionalism from our maintenance team to our programming staff to our technology team to our finance division and every one in between. Even during these times, Parks and Recreation has been vital to the community, and our staff have continued to make a difference together even while apart. Our parks, trails, and greenways have always been essential, but perhaps even more so during these times. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) found that 83% of U.S. adults agree that visiting their local parks, trails, and open spaces is essential for their mental and physical well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our maintenance team has adapted to all of the new guidelines and working conditions to continue to maintain our parks, trails, and greenways. Even as I write this, things are still continuously changing. We have been working diligently on plans to restore programs and services for our community. We have been offering virtual programs since the start of the pandemic, and have recently started to offer a number of in-person opportunities again. As restrictions are removed throughout the phased reopening of the City and State, we want to ensure we are wellprepared to reopen our indoor facilities and reconnect with our residents. Our phased approach in our reopening plan prioritizes public health and safety, considers equitable service delivery, and recognizes our adherence with all federal, state, and local guidelines. For these reasons, many of our offered programs and services will look different for a while. As we all continue to work through the challenges of this pandemic, we encourage you to workout with us virtually or in-person during our outside fitness offerings, listen to stories online and make crafts, or even watch a movie with us in your car! We want you to continue visiting our parks, trails, and greenways while always being respectful of others especially by maintaining social distance and wearing face coverings if you are unable to stay at least six feet away from others outside of your household. Please continue to visit our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube for the latest announcements and program updates. We will get through this trying time, and come out even stronger on the other side. Stay safe and take care, Joy Guy Interim Director, Durham Parks and Recreation Play More: Connecting our whole community to wellness, the outdoors, and lifelong learning. 2
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
TABLE OF CONTENTS Facilities
9-10
Park Information
11-12
Trails and Greenways Volunteer, Adopt a Park
13-14 15
Athletics Canine Recreation
18-19 20-21
Cultural Heritage Fitness & Wellness Centers
22-23 25-29
City Lakes Performing Arts
31 32
Social Activities Special Events Special Programs
33 34 35
Park Rentals
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We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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ABOUT PLAY MORE During these challenging times, the health and safety of our residents and staff are our top priority. Our staff has been working hard to safely provide ways for the community to Play More.
PARKS AND TRAILS
PLAY MORE GUIDE
All park and trail users are required to comply with local and state restrictions including mass gathering size.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Play More will be produced on a month to month basis until further notice. To provide the most up-to-date information, Play More will be available online only at dprplaymore.org until further notice.
As you recreate in Durham’s parks and trails, model social distancing by maintaining a safe distance (at least 6 feet) between you and other users. If you are unable to stay at least six feet away from others outside of your household please be sure to wear your mask or face covering. We have assigned off duty officers to monitor our parks, and we also ask that residents call the Police Non-emergency line at 919-560-4600 to report any violations of the Safer-at-Home Order or unsafe behavior.
All information in this program guide is subject to change. Please refer to the COVID-19 page on our website for the most up-to-date information on our openings and closings. Visit dprplaymore.org, Select Register Online, and search our ActiveNet Registration site for our most up-to-date program offerings
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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ABOUT PLAY MORE
Play More is a guide to creative and challenging recreational choices in Durham and is produced by Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR) and published in May, August, and December. If you have comments about this publication, please call us at 919560-4355 or email DPRInfo@durhamnc.gov. Please note: Advertising contained herein does not constitute an endorsement by the City of Durham Parks and Recreation or its staff.
CITY HOLIDAYS AND CLOSURES
The City of Durham will observe the following holidays and most classes will not be held on that day. Labor Day Monday, September 7 Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11 Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27 Christmas Thursday and Friday, December 24 and 25 All recreation centers and the Administration Office will close for our Employee Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, November 18 from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
SAFETY, MAINTENANCE, AND ACCIDENTS
Customers and residents are encouraged to immediately report any injury or illness received as a result of participation in leisure services provided by or at City of Durham Parks and Recreation facilities, parks and trails. Residents are also encouraged to report safety concerns and maintenance needs in parks and on trails. Please call 919-560-4355, ext. 27212 to report safety concerns, maintenance needs, or accidents. If you see illegal activity in any park at any time, please contact the police by dialing 911.
MEDICATION POLICY Participants who take medication while participating in DPR programs are required to complete a Medication Information and Waiver form and return it before the program begins.
PERSONNEL Director (Interim) Joy Guy Assistant Director of Administrative Services Joy Guy Recreation Manager (School-Age Care) Danielle Haynes Recreation Manager (Special Events, Outreach, Holton) Rukea Womack Senior Business Services Manager (Budget, Finance, and Marketing) Rich Hahn Recreation Manager (Reservations, Safety, Accreditation, and Operations) Gina M. Morais Assistant Director of Recreation Programs Jason Jones Recreation Manager (Edison Johnson, Campus Hills, and Aquatics) Colleen Toomey Recreation Manager (Heritage Parks, Teen Center, Weaver Street, Jeff Forde and W.D. Hill) Recreation Manager (Outdoor Recreation, City Lakes) Kim Oberle Recreation Manager (Special Programs/Inclusion, Deirtra Spellman Mature Adults and Lyon Park) Assistant Director of Park Planning and Education Thomas Dawson Recreation Manager (Athletics, Walltown) Tammy Brown Parks Superintendent Robert Jennings Senior Parks Planner Lindsay Smart 5
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
REDUCED FEES | DISCOUNTS | WAIVERS Please note: Only one discount may be applied to a registration or facility rental.
MULTI-CHILD DISCOUNT • The multi-child discount applies to select programs for families who do not qualify for reduced fees under other discount programs and have more than one child registering for the same course.
SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT • Senior Citizen discounts are available for mature adults age 55 or better. A ten percent (10%) discount is available on all recreational programs and admissions to facilities for activities sponsored by Durham Parks and Recreation. Activities with specified mature adult rates, mature adult programs, and facility, field, and equipment rentals are excluded from this discount.
MILITARY AND VETERANS DISCOUNT • A ten percent (10%) discount is available on all recreational programs and admissions to facilities for activities sponsored by Durham Parks and Recreation.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT • Current City of Durham employees receive a 25 percent (25%) discount on all instructional classes and recreational passes for activities sponsored by Durham Parks and Recreation. This discount applies to the employee only, not family members. Child Care programs and facility, field, and equipment rentals are excluded from this discount.
NON-PROFIT DISCOUNT • Non-profits receive a fifteen percent (15%) discount on facility, field and equipment rentals. Facilities, fields and equipment with specified non-profit rates are excluded from this discount. Please note that non-profits must provide the IRS letter documenting their 501(c)(3) status.
SLIDING FEE SCALE • The sliding fee scale may be used to reduce the amount paid for childcare programs. • The scale ranges from 10% to 100% and is based on income and number of members per household. • Applications are available at the administration office, recreation centers, and on the DPR website. • The application is used to determine the percentage (from 10%100%) to be paid by the participant for participation in childcare programs, which includes summer camp, after school, and intersession. • Once approved, the reduced fee is valid for one (1) year.
PROGRAM FEE WAIVER • The fee waiver is available to anyone receiving support through the Durham County Department of Social Services (DSS) and may be used for programs, excluding childcare programs, facility, field, and equipment rentals, and others as specified in registration materials. • Applications are available at the main office, recreation centers, and on the website. • The outcome is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval.
FACILITY, FIELD, AND EQUIPMENT FEE WAIVER • The applicant is responsible for completing the reservation process prior to submitting the application for Facility, Field or Equipment Fee Waivers. • Any persons requesting a fee waiver must submit a completed Facility, Field and Equipment Fee Waiver application to the department. • The applicant must reapply for each rental. • The applicant must pay the security deposit and application fee by the date due and pay all other fees not waived by the Recreation Advisory Commission by the established deadline.
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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PLAY MORE CARD Durham Parks and Recreation offers an exciting benefits program for our program participants! Participants may purchase a “DPR Play More Card” which will give them a discounted rate on all programs, in addition to other benefits listed below. The cards are renewable annually. Each program price listing has two prices: one for City Residents (CR), and one for Non-City Residents (NCR). Play More Card discounts will automatically be taken off when a participant with a valid card registers for any program. Play More Cards can be purchased online, at any recreation center or the DPR Administration Office.
PLAY MORE CARD BENEFITS
• P articipants receive a 10% discounted fee rate for all recreation programs (excludes rental facilities, athletic league – group rates, adventure challenge course rates, special event fees). • P articipants may purchase volumediscounted punch/monthly passes for the following programs: • Aerobic Classes • Open Gym (Adults) • Fitness Training • Pickleball • Court extended use passes • Lap and Recreation Swim • Water Exercise Classes • Wellness Packages
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PLAY MORE CARD FEE STRUCTURE Individual: $20 Residents; $25 Non-Residents Benefits apply to one (1) adult plus all youth under the age of 19 residing in the same house. 2 Party: $35 Residents; $50 Non-Residents
Benefits apply to two (2) adults plus all youth under the age of 19 residing in the same house Participants may choose to purchase this card in order to receive the associated benefits; however, a Play More Card is not required to participate in DPR programs.
PASS SALES
Volume-discounted multi-visit passes are available for select activities. Patrons must have a valid Play More Card in order to purchase these passes. Except for monthly passes, all passes expire one year from date of purchase. Please see the Pass Sale chart for available passes. Daily Entrance Fee: includes indoor pool general admission, adult/mature adult open gym, exercise equipment, and land fitness programs. (Note: some areas may be age restricted). Please keep in mind this is for ONE DAY access only - frequent users of our drop-in programs are encouraged to purchase our monthly Wellness Pass and/ or other discounted punch passes offered for those with a Play More Card. Please note: Play More Cards and volumediscounted multi-visit passes are nonrefundable.
PLAY MORE CARD Parks, Durham
MONTHLY WELLNESS PASSES Wellness includes unlimited land fitness and mind/body classes, open gym programs, drop-in pickleball, use of the gymnasium when available and use of any weight fitness equipment at any DPR recreation facility. Wellness + Open Swim Package includes everything in the Monthly Wellness/Open Gym Package PLUS recreational and lap swim in the indoor and outdoor aquatic centers.
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
PASS SALE CHART DAILY ENTRANCE FEES Age
City Resident, Play More Card
City Resident, No Play More Card
Non-City Resident, Play More Card
Non-City Resident, No Play More Card
Youth & Teen (0-18)
No Cost
No Cost
$4.50
$5
Adult (19+)
$3.60
$4
$8.10
$9
Senior (55+)
$2.70
$3
$7.20
$8
City Resident, Play More Card
Non-City Resident, Play More Card
Pickleball: Adult (19+): 10 Visits Pickleball: Adult (19+): 25 Visits Pickleball: Adult (19+): 50 Visits
$27 $64 $120
$42 $79 $135
AQUATIC PUNCH PASSES
City Resident, Play More Card
Non-City Resident, Play More Card
$27 $64 $120 $18 $43 $80 $36 $85 $160
$42 $79 $135 $23 $58 $95 $51 $100 $185
City Resident, Play More Card
Non-City Resident, Play More Card
$9 $21 $40
$14 $26 $55
City Resident, Play More Card
Non-City Resident, Play More Card
Monthly Wellness/Open Gym Pass - Individual Includes unlimited land fitness and mind/body classes, open gym programs, drop-in pickleball, use of the gymnasium when available and use of any weight fitness equipment at any DPR recreation facility
$20
$25
Monthly Swim Pass - Individual Includes Recreational and Lap Swim at DPR indoor and outdoor aquatic centers
$30
$45
Monthly Wellness/Open Gym + Open Swim Pass - Individual Includes unlimited land fitness and mind/body classes, open gym programs, drop-in pickleball, use of the gymnasium when available and use of any weight fitness equipment at any DPR recreation facility PLUS recreational and lap swim at DPR indoor and outdoor aquatic centers
$40
$55
PUNCH PASSES
Recreational/Lap Swim – Adult (19+): 10 Visits Recreational/Lap Swim – Adult (19+): 25 Visits Recreational/Lap Swim – Adult (19+): 50 Visits Recreational/Lap Swim – Senior (55+): 10 Visits Recreational/Lap Swim – Senior (55+): 25 Visits Recreational/Lap Swim – Senior (55+): 50 Visits Water Exercise Class: 10 Visits Water Exercise Class: 25 Visits Water Exercise Class: 50 Visits
MATURE ADULT PUNCH PASSES Mature Adult Activity: 10 Visits Mature Adult Activity: 25 Visits Mature Adult Activity: 50 Visits
MONTHLY WELLNESS PASSES
Expires one month from date of purchase, i.e. Feb. 15-March 14; Additional discounts do not apply to these rates
INCLUSION AND NOTICE UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Durham Parks and Recreation encourages and promotes inclusive experiences in all of our programs, activities, sports, classes and events. Inclusive leisure experiences encourage and enhance opportunities for people of varying abilities to participate and interact in life’s activities with dignity. We also provide an environment that promotes and fosters physical, social and psychological inclusion of people with diverse experiences and skill levels. Inclusion enhances individuals’ potential for full and active participation in leisure activities and experiences. To ensure that adequate resources are in place, we ask that requests be received at least 21 days prior to the start date of the program, activities, sports, classes and events. For more information contact the Special Programs, Inclusion and Mature Adults unit at 919-560-4288 ext. 27236. For additional info related to city government activities, please contact the ADA Coordinator, voice 919-560-4197, fax 919- 560-4196, or ADA@durhamnc.gov, as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the event or deadline date. DPR strives to make our programs, services, and facilities accessible for all individuals and families, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation or ability level. For Spanish language accommodations, please contact the following staff: (Si necesita contactar al personal que habla español, puede llamar o escribir a las siguientes personas) • Rosalie: 919-560-4355, ext. 27235, Rosalie.BocelliHernandez@durhamnc.gov
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FACILITIES
ALL INDOOR FACILITIES ARE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
All indoor facilities are closed until further notice. Please check our website for the most up-to-date information.
RECREATION CENTERS COMMUNITY FAMILY LIFE & RECREATION CENTER AT LYON PARK
W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER
EAST DURHAM
W.I. PATTERSON
2615 Harvard Avenue, 27703 919-560-4278 SUMMER CAMP LOCATION ONLY
2614 Crest Street, 27705 919-560-4560 SUMMER CAMP LOCATION ONLY
EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER
WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER
1308 Fayetteville Street, 27707 919-560-4292
1309 Halley Street, 27707 919-560-4288
500 W. Murray Avenue, 27704 919-560-4270
1308 W. Club Blvd., 27705 919-560-4296
IRWIN R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER AT CAMPUS HILLS
WEAVER STREET RECREATION CENTER
HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER
DURHAM TEEN CENTER AT LYON PARK
2000 S. Alston Avenue, 27707 919-560-4444
401 N. Driver Street, 27703 919-354-2750
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3000 E. Weaver Street, 27707 919-560-4294
1101 Cornell Street, 27707 919-354-2730
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
FACILITIES
ALL INDOOR FACILITIES ARE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
AQUATIC CENTERS
OUTDOOR POOLS
CAMPUS HILLS POOL
LONG MEADOW POOL
2000 S. Alston Avenue, 27707 919-560-4444
917 Liberty Street, 27701 919-560-4202
Aquatic centers are open year round
Outdoor pools are open seasonally from June-August/September.
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HILLSIDE POOL
500 W. Murray Avenue, 27704 919-560-4265
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1639 University Drive, 27707 919-560-4782
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FOREST HILLS POOL
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EDISON JOHNSON AQUATIC CENTER
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1221 Sawyer Street, 27707 919-560-4783
OTHER FACILITIES OPERATIONS CENTER
ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
301 Archdale Drive Durham, NC 27707 919-560-1701
400 Cleveland Street Durham, NC 27701 Staff are available by phone, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Please call 919-560-4355 for assistance.
MORREENE ROAD
WEST POINT ON THE ENO 5101 N. Roxboro Street Durham, NC 27704 919-560-4355
1102 Morreene Road Durham, NC 27705 919-560-4405
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATIONAL PAVILION 5253 N. Roxboro Street Durham, NC 27704 919-560-4405
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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27704
11.13
1000 Windermere Dr.
27712
67.65
Rock Quarry Park
701 Stadium Dr.
27704
46.1
Snow Hill Road Park
619 Snow Hill Rd.
27712
35
Spruce Pine Lodge
2235 Bahama Rd.
27503
67.49
Valley Springs Park
3805 Valley Springs Rd.
27712
50.36
West Point on the Eno
5101 N. Roxboro St.
27712
381.8
Whippoorwill Park
1632 Rowemont Dr.
27705
25.27
Wilkins Road Park
9301 Wilkins Rd.
27503
3.77
ADDRESS
ZIP
ACRES
WEST CENTRAL NAME
American Village Park
4703 American Dr.
27705
4.2
Bay-Hargrove Park
208 Hargrove St.
27701
.59
Belmont Park
2207 Sovereign St.
27705
.49
Burch Avenue Park
816 Burch Ave.
27712
.57
Carroll Street Park
815 Carroll St.
27701
.79
Crest Street Park
2503 Crest St.
27705
6.83
Indian Trail Park
2309 Indian Trl.
27705
8.5
Lyon Park
1200 W. Lakewood Ave.
27707
12.23
Maplewood Park
1530 Chapel Hill Rd.
27701
.545
Morreene Road Park
1102 Morreene Rd.
27705
11.96
Old North Durham Park
310 W. Geer St.
27701
3.58
Orchard Park
1000 S. Duke St.
27701
7.39
Oval Drive Park
2200 W. Club Blvd.
27704
3.44
Trinity Park
410 Watts St.
27701
.69
Walltown Park
1308 W. Club Blvd.
27705
6.69
Westover Park
1900 Maryland Ave.
27705
1.8
Wrightwood Park
1301 Anderson St.
27707
12.85
Sprayground
11
Water Fountain
3320 Hinson Dr.
Water Fountain
Red Maple Park River Forest Park
Tennis Courts
.08
Picnic Shelter
27503
Tennis Courts
2527 Bahama Rd.
Picnic Shelter
Overlook Park
Restrooms
13.39
Restrooms
30.35
27704
Playground
27704
7 Hedgerow Pl.
Playground
300 W. Club Blvd.
Old Farm Road Park
Picnic Tables
Northgate Park
Picnic Tables
9.2
Fishing
5.87
27712
Fishing
27704
1500 Orange Factory Rd.
Grills
3500 Dearborn Dr.
Little River Fishing Facility
Grills
Lakeview Park
Greenway/Trail
3.77
Greenway/Trail
4.69
27503
Dog Park
27704
2802 Bahama Rd.
Dog Park
4102 Holt School Rd.
Lake Michie Boathouse
Disc Golf
Holt School Road Park
Disc Golf
44.39
Camping
21.2
27503
Camping
27704
163 Archery Range Rd.
Boating
707 W. Murray Ave.
Holly Grove Area
Boating
Glendale Heights Park
Basketball
ACRES
Basketball
ZIP
Ballfield
ADDRESS
Ballfield
NAME
Athletic Field
NORTH
Athletic Field
PARKS
Park amenities subject to change. Visit dprplaymore.org for additional amenity details.
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27707
45.86
918 Grant St.
27701
1.52
Grant Park (south)
1200 Grant St.
27701
.55
Hillside Park
1301 S. Roxboro St.
27707
13.82
Long Meadow Park
917 Liberty St.
27701
15.58
Oakwood Park
411 Holloway St.
27701
1.2
Rocky Creek Park
1014 N. Elizabeth St.
27701
1.37
Sherwood Park ◊
1720 Cheek Rd.
27703
15.1
Twin Lakes Park
439 Chandler Rd.
27703
49.8
NAME
ADDRESS
ZIP
ACRES
C.M. Herndon Park
511 Scott King Rd.
27713
25.18
Campus Hills Park
2000 S. Alston Ave.
27707
28.6
Cook Road Park
602 Cook Rd.
27707
8.11
Cornwallis Road Park
2830 Wade Rd.
27705
19.97
Elmira Avenue Park
540 Elmira Ave.
27707
11.86
◊
SOUTH
Garrett Road Park
∞
6815 Garrett Rd.
27707
7.64
Leigh Farm Park
370 Leigh Farm Rd.
27514
96.1
Old Chapel Hill Road Park
3751 SW Durham Dr.
27707
23.7
Piney Wood Park
400 E. Woodcroft Pkwy.
27713
39.47
Rockwood Park
2310 Whitley Dr.
27707
12.23
Sandy Creek Park
3510 Sandy Creek Rd.
27707
101.7
Shady Oaks Park
2400 Nebo St.
27707
1.4
Solite Park
4704 Fayetteville Rd.
27713
11.35
Southern Boundaries Park
100 Third Fork Dr.
27707
29.7
Unity Village Park
2011 Matilene Ave.
27707
3.7
Weaver Street Park
3000 E. Weaver St.
27707
7.5
White Oak Park
2504 Dallas St.
27707
1.2
501 Foster St.
27701
Water Fountain
1639 University Dr.
Grant Park (north)
Water Fountain
∞
Forest Hills Park
Tennis Courts
.77
Tennis Courts
27701
Picnic Shelter
205 S. Elm St.
Edgemont Park
Restrooms
9.46
◊
Picnic Shelter
East End Park
Restrooms
9.01
27701
Playground
27703
1200 N. Alston Ave.
Playground
2500 E. Main St.
Picnic Tables
East Durham Park
Picnic Tables
17.24
Fishing
.44
27701
Fishing
27701
106 W. Knox St.
Grills
1100 Drew St.
Duke Park
Grills
Drew/Granby Park
Greenway/Trail
17.4
Greenway/Trail
10.34
27703
Dog Park
27701
417 Commonwealth Ave.
Dog Park
1501 Sima Ave.
C.R. Wood Park
Disc Golf
Burton Park
Disc Golf
4.9
Camping
20.45
27703
Camping
27703
3105 Hursey St.
Boating
1816 Stage Rd.
Birchwood Park
Boating
Bethesda Park
Basketball
ACRES
Basketball
ZIP
Ballfield
ADDRESS
Ballfield
NAME
Athletic Field
EAST CENTRAL
Athletic Field
PARKS
DOWNTOWN Durham Central Park
◊ Futsal
∞ Pickleball
Skatepark
Sprayground
5.2 Park amenities subject to change. Visit dprplaymore.org for additional amenity details.
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TRAILS AND GREENWAYS HEALTH AND SAFETY ON PARKS AND TRAILS All park and trail users are required to comply with local and state restrictions including mass gathering size. As you recreate in Durham’s parks and trails, model social distancing by maintaining a safe distance (at least 6 feet) between you and other users. If you are unable to stay at least six feet away from others outside of your household please be sure to wear your mask or face covering. We have assigned off duty officers to monitor our parks, and we also ask that residents call the Police Non-emergency line at 919-560-4600 to report any violations of the Safer-at-Home Order or unsafe behavior.
NORTH/SOUTH GREENWAY Warren Creek Trail This trail follows Warren Creek from Whippoorwill Park to Horton Road.
Length: Surface: Begins: Ends: Restrooms:
0.75 miles Paved, 10 feet wide Horton Road Whippoorwill Park Whippoorwill Park
This trail is a 10-foot wide sidewalk trail which crosses W. Club Blvd at the corner of W. Club and Glendale Avenue. This trail follows W. Club Boulevard. Length: 0.3 miles Surface: Paved sidewalk, 10 feet wide Begins: Northgate Park (Parking) Ends: Washington Street Restrooms: Northgate Park
South Ellerbee Creek Trail
Stadium Drive Trail This trail follows the south side of Stadium Drive along 10-foot wide sidewalks. It switches to the north side at Broad Street and then back to the south side at Kirkwood. This trail is primarily a sidewalk trail. Length: 1.9 miles Surface: Paved sidewalks, 10 feet wide Begins: northern terminus of the Ellerbee Creek Trail Ends: Whippoorwill Park Restrooms: Whippoorwill Park, Rock Quarry Park, The Museum of Life and Science
Ellerbee Creek Trail This trail is one of the oldest trails in the Durham Trails and Greenways System. As a part of the North/South Greenway, it runs through the center of Durham, providing excellent recreational opportunities as well as good bike and pedestrian access to downtown Durham. The majority of this trail is paved, separated from the road. Length: 1.2 miles Surface: Paved trail, 10 feet wide Begins: Stadium Drive Ends: Club Blvd (Parking at Northgate Park) Restrooms: Rock Quarry Park, Northgate Park
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West Club Blvd Trail
This trail is one of the oldest trails in the Durham Trails and Greenways System. As a part of the North/South Greenway, it runs through the center of Durham, providing excellent recreational opportunities as well as good bike and pedestrian access to downtown Durham. Length: 1.4 miles Surface: Paved, 10 feet wide Begins: West Trinity Avenue Ends: West Club Blvd. Restrooms: Northgate Park
Duke Park Trail This trail follows Brookline Street, which is closed to traffic. It connects Duke Park with the North/South Greenway at Washington Street. Length: 0.3 miles Surface: Paved roadway Begins: Washington Street Ends: Duke Park at Acadia Street (Parking) Restrooms: Duke Park
Downtown Trail This trail runs through the middle of downtown Durham. Green bricks along the side of the sidewalk mark the trail, but there is also good road signage. While bicycles are allowed on these wider sidewalks, please ride slowly and yield to pedestrians. Length: .9 miles Surface: Paved sidewalks, 10 feet wide Begins: West Trinity Ave Ends: Jackie Robinson Drive adjacent to the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and the American Tobacco Campus Restrooms: Restrooms at the Durham Farmer's Market
West Ellerbee Creek Trail This trail follows West Ellerbee Creek, which has recently been restored. The Ellerbee Creek Watershed Association has landscaped the trail with native plants. Length: 2.25 miles Surface: Paved surface, 10 feet wide Begins: Albany Drive near Indian Trail Park Ends: Stadium Dr. and Broad St. Restrooms: None
Third Fork Creek Trail This trail follows Third Fork Creek. Keep an eye out for mud and water, which can sometimes be found on this trail during high water periods. Length: 3.6 miles Surface: Paved off-road trail, 10 feet wide Begins: Southern Boundaries Park Ends: Garrett Road Park Restrooms: Southern Boundaries Park, Garrett Road Park
DURHAM BIKE AND HIKE MAP Check out the Durham Bike & Hike Map now available online! durhamnc.gov/1031/Durham-Bike-Hike-Map
Printed copies are available at the Durham Parks and Recreation Administration Office
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TRAILS AND GREENWAYS AMERICAN TOBACCO GREENWAY
NEW HOPE CREEK GREENWAY
PEARSONTOWN-ROCKY CREEK GREENWAY
American Tobacco Trail Durham Section
Sandy Creek Trail
Pearsontown Trail
This trail is a 10-foot wide, paved, off -road trail which follows the old CSX railroad. The trail is heavily used by walkers, joggers, cyclists, rollerbladers and folks pushing strollers. Users need to keep their speed below 10 mph and watch for other trail users. Length: 11.0 miles Surface: Paved off -road trail, 10 feet wide Begins: Corner of Morehead and Blackwell Streets Ends: Jordan Lake (Durham section ends at the Chatham County Line, 3000 ft south of Scott King Rd.) Restrooms: Elmira Park, Solite Park, C.M. Herndon Park
Riddle Road Spur This trail follows the old Riddle Road Spur of the CSX railroad. There are several street level crossings: Riddle Road (no light), NC 55 (Apex Hwy) with pedestrian light, and S. Alston (traffic four-way stop). Length: 1.50 miles Surface: Paved off-road trail, 10 feet wide Begins: Intersection of Riddle and Fayetteville Roads Ends: S. Briggs Avenue Restrooms: None
This trail is a 10-foot wide, paved, off -road trail that follows Sandy Creek. This trail and park are birding hotspots. In addition to some 100 species of birds having been sighted, there is also an abundance of other wildlife, including beavers, deer, otters, coyotes, red fox, and turtles. The best time to walk the trail for birds and other wildlife is early mornings and around dusk. Length: 0.75 miles Surface: Paved off-road trail, 10 feet wide Begins: Pickett Road Ends: Sandy Creek Park Restrooms: Sandy Creek Park
This trail is one of the oldest trails in the Trails and Greenways System. It was originally designed to serve the NCCU community. On-road connections can be made to the R. Kelly Bryant Bridge. Length: 1 mile Surface: Paved on-road and off-road trails. Begins: Elmira Park Ends: NC Central University Restrooms: Elmira Park
Rocky Creek Trail This trail is a 10-foot wide, paved, off-road trail which follows Rocky Creek from the American Tobacco Trail to NC 55. On-road connections can be made to the R. Kelly Bryant Bridge. Length: 1 mile Surface: Paved off-road trail, 10 feet wide Begins: American Tobacco Trail south of Fayetteville Street Ends: Dakota Street, just west of NC 55 Restrooms: Elmira Park
R. Kelly Bryant Bridge Trail This trail currently consists of a connector sidewalk from the Bryant Bridge to Alston Ave, the Bryant Bridge, and a street trail along Lakeland Street the main feature of this trail is the beautiful bridge named after long-time civil rights and Durham Open Space and Trails member, R. Kelly Bryant Jr. Length: 0.3 miles Surface: Paved off-road trail, 10 feet wide and street trail. Begins: Alston Avenue just north of the NC 147 exit ramp Ends: Corner of Lakeland and Mathison Streets Restrooms: None
BECOME A DURHAM COMMUNITY TRAIL WATCH VOLUNTEER! Volunteers help monitor the hike and bike trails in Durham. For more information and to apply, visit dprplaymore.org and select How Do I — Volunteer—Durham Community Trail Watch.
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VOLUNTEER WITH DPR! Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR) relies on a strong volunteer base to provide programs and services to the residents and visitors of Durham. Volunteer opportunities with Durham Parks and Recreation fall into the following categories:
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Special Events Specialized Skills Instructors Service Durham Community Trail Watch Athletics School Age Care Programs
FOR DETAILS ON ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES VISIT DPRPLAYMORE.ORG/402/VOLUNTEER
ADOPT-A-PARK, ADOPT-A-TRAIL Volunteers from all over the community support Durham’s parks and trails through the Adopt-APark and Adopt-A-Trail (APAT) programs. These programs are a great opportunity for you or your organization to make a positive difference in your community. Since 2003, community groups have supported their community by adopting parks and trail segments in Durham. DPR manages nearly 1,800 acres of parkland in more than 68 parks and more than 30 miles of greenways, and we’re still growing. The assistance we receive from adopting agencies is invaluable as we make every effort to care for our natural resources. The City of Durham Parks and Recreation Department provides routine park maintenance and repairs; however, the adopting individuals and organizations give the park or trail the extra care and attention it needs. Adopters work on a variety of projects of their choosing. They have assisted with numerous cleanup, landscaping, and facility improvement projects. Any individual or organization interested in bettering our parks and trails can adopt. For additional information on the Adopt-A-Park and Adopt-A Trail programs, please visit our website dprplaymore.org or contact Mal Atkinson, at 919-560-4355 or dprvolunteers@durhamnc.gov.
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REGISTRATION CREATING YOUR ACTIVENET ACCOUNT Online registration is available through ActiveNet. The online system has many great benefits, is easy to use, and customers are not charged an online transaction fee! Search for your favorite programs by keyword, age, day, time, location, and more! Visit dprplaymore.org and select "Register Online" to access the ActiveNet online registration site or go directly to apm. activecommunities.com/dprplaymore
NEW CUSTOMERS 1. Start by accessing our registration site by visiting dprplaymore.org and selecting "Register Online" or go directly to apm. activecommunities.com/dprplaymore 2. Click Create an Account 3. Fill in your name and address. Required fields will be denoted by a red asterisk (*) 4. Fill in your contact information. *Note: To receive text message alerts, including cancellation notifications, please indicate your cell phone carrier. Click Next when complete.
5. Enter your personal information then click Next. 6. Fill in your emergency contact information then click Next. 7. Provide your account information. Create a secure password you will be able to remember, but others will not be able to guess. If you prefer not to use your email to login, please create an alternate Login ID. Once you complete all required fields, click Create Account.
REGISTRATION DATES Registration dates vary by program. Please visit our ActiveNet site (apm.activecommunities.com/dprplaymore) for details on individual program registration deadlines Athletic League Registration: Please see the Athletics Section (p. 18-19) for dates and times.
TELL US HOW WE’RE DOING! Visit our website dprplaymore.org to complete an online evaluation.
Click on "About Us" in the top menu bar.
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ESPAÑOL SALUD Y SEGURIDAD Durante estos momentos tan difíciles que estamos atravesando, la salud y la seguridad de nuestros residentes y personal son nuestra prioridad principal. Mientras navegamos por la pandemia de COVID-19, estamos tomando las precauciones necesarias y cumpliendo con todas las recomendaciones del Centro para el Control de Enfermedades (CDC) para prevenir que continúe la propagación de este virus.
INFORMACIÓN DEL PROGRAMA Para obtener información de última hora sobre nuestras aperturas, cierres y ofertas de programas, visite nuestro sitio en línea (web), en dprplaymore.org. Para ver nuestro sitio web en español, haga clic en dprplaymore.org en Google Chrome. Habrá un pequeño menú que se encuentra en la esquina inferior derecha de la pantalla y dice "Select Language” / Seleccionar idioma. Haga clic en la flecha y seleccione español.
Actualmente ofrecemos programas tanto virtuales como en persona, tomando las medidas de precaución establecidas. Para buscar / registrarse en programas en ActiveNet, visite dprplaymore. org y seleccione "Register Online” / Registrarse en línea. Si tiene alguna pregunta o necesita servicios de traducción, comuníquese con Rosalie en el correo: Rosalie.Bocelli-Hernandez@ DurhamNC.gov o Reimari en Reimari.Mateo-Perez@durhamnc.gov o llame al 919-560-4355.
REGISTRARSE Para inscribirse en los programas, los participantes tienen la opción de registrarse en persona en cualquiera de los Centro de Recreación o en la Oficina de Administración. El registro en línea también está disponible para la mayoría de los programas, visite dprplaymore. org, busque los programas favoritos utilizando palabras claves, edad, día, hora, ubicación y más. Seleccione Registrarse en línea / “Register Online" para acceder a la plataforma de registro de ActiveNet. El sistema en línea tiene muchos beneficios, ¡es fácil de usar y no se le cobra ninguna tarifa por la transacción cuando utiliza su tarjeta de crédito!
CREANDO UNA CUENTA EN ACTIVENET CLIENTES NUEVOS 1. Visite nuestra página en, dprplaymore.org y seleccionando Registrarse en Línea / “Register Online” o vaya directamente a apm.activecommunities.com/dprplaymore 2. Clic en Crear una Cuenta /“Create Account”. 3. Escriba su nombre y su dirección. Los campos obligatorios se indicarán con un asterisco rojo (*) 4. Complete su información de contacto. * Nota: Para recibir alertas por mensaje de texto, incluyendo las notificaciones de cancelación, por favor indique su proveedor de telefonía celular. Haga clic en Siguiente / “Next” cuando termine. 5. Ingrese su información personal y luego haga clic en Siguiente /“Next”. 6. Complete su información de contacto de emergencia y luego haga clic en Siguiente /“Next”. 7. Provea la información de su cuenta. Cree una contraseña segura que usted pueda recordar, pero otros no puedan adivinar. Si prefiere no utilizar su correo electrónico para iniciar una sesión, entonces cree un ID de inicio de sesión alternativa. Una vez que complete todos los campos obligatorios, haga clic en Crear una Cuenta /“Create Account”.
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ATHLETICS YOUTH AND TEEN SPORTS BEGINNER TENNIS LESSONS
VIRTUAL YBSA-SHOOTING
Participants will learn the basics of tennis. The class will review basic strokes, tennis strategy, and learn how to score a match. Participants should bring a tennis racquet, water and wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing. CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14 GARRETT ROAD PARK Sep 24-Oct 13 T,Th 6pm-7pm 11788 Age: 5-6 11790 Age 7-8 11791 Age: 9-10
This Youth Basketball Skills Academy is a basketball shooting program designed to elevate the confidence and shooting skills for all novice and intermediate players. This basketball shooting program will assist and elevate any player’s shooting game to another level. You will learn the proper techniques of shooting, hand placement, and become a more confident and effective scorer. In this virtual class there will be a DPR staff person leading you through different drills. To connect virtually participants will need a good internet connection, a functioning computer, and a phone or tablet device with a camera and microphone capability. The participant will only need a basketball, and open space to perform the drill. Don’t miss out on this unique experience. Age: 5-9 CR Fee: $4.50 NCR Fee: $9.50 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 12810 Oct 3-Oct 24 Sa 11am-11:45am
YOUTH TENNIS Participants will learn the basics of tennis. The class will review basic strokes, tennis strategy, and learn how to score a match. Participants should bring a tennis racquet, water and wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing. Age: 7-12 CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14 WALLTOWN PARK 12871 Sep 16-Oct 21 W 6pm-7pm
VIRTUAL PBIRDS In the P.B.I.R.D.S. program, boys and girls will learn the basic fundamentals of basketball, including passing, ball-handling, intangibles, rebounding, defense, and shooting. Participants will gain new skills and improve their game in a fun and friendly environment. In this virtual class there will be a DPR staff person leading you through different drills. To connect virtually participants will need a good internet connection, a functioning computer, and a phone or tablet device with a camera and microphone capability. The participant will only need a basketball, and open space to perform the drill. Don’t miss out on this unique experience. Age: 5-9 CR Fee: $4.50 NCR Fee: $9.50 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 12817 Oct 3-Oct 24 Sa 10am-10:45am
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VIRTUAL YBSA-ADVANCED BALL HANDLING This Youth Basketball Skills Academy is an advanced ball handling program designed to elevate the confidence and ball handling skills for youth needing to be challenged to take their basketball game to another level. You will learn better one-on-one moves, and dribbling drills to be a more confident and effective ball handler. In this virtual class there will be a DPR staff person leading you through different drills. To connect virtually participants will need a good internet connection, a functioning computer, and a phone or tablet device with a camera and microphone capability. The participant will only need a basketball, and open space to perform the drill. Don’t miss out on this unique experience. Age: 7-12 CR Fee: $4.50 NCR Fee: $9.50 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 12808 Oct 3-Oct 24 Sa 12pm-12:45pm
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ATHLETICS YOUTH AND TEEN SPORTS CONTINUED DPR ALL-STAR COMPETITION
YOUTH GOLF ACADEMY
Will you be the first ever DPR All-Star? Register today to accept this challenge. Six teenagers will compete in several single person basketball events to gain points. The player with the most points at the end of the All-Star Competition will win a prize. The competition will be held on outdoor basketball courts. Feel free to bring your own basketball but if not we will provide one for you. Age: 13-17 No Cost HILLSIDE PARK 13547 Sep 8 T 6pm-9pm 13548 Sep 15 T 6pm-9pm WALLTOWN PARK 12767 Sep 24-Oct 22 Th 4:30pm-5:30pm
Come learn the basic fundamentals of the game of golf. Golf is a game you can play your entire life! Learn values like integrity, honesty, and respect with one of America’s favorite leisure activities. Age: 7-12 CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11
ADULT SPORTS ADULT CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT Who needs horseshoes when you have cornhole? Join the competition to see which dynamic duo can reach 21 points first to win a prize. Bags and boards will be provided. Feel free to bring your own bags. Pre-registration is required and partners must register under the same team name. Each team is guaranteed two games. Age: 18 and up CR Fee: $5 NCR Fee: $10 C.M. HERNDON PARK 13546 Sep 16 W 6pm-9pm 13549 Sep 23 W 6pm-9pm
GET FIT WITH DURHAM PARKS AND RECREATION! Want to get in shape, lose weight, or just be more active? Check out our fitness programs on p. 25-27.
DPR Athletics would like to thank Harris Teeter for sponsoring our youth athletic leagues. This donation was made to the Durham Parks Foundation.
Durham Parks and Recreation has been recognized as a Playful City USA 9 times! Playful City USA is a recognition program honoring cities and towns that ensure that kids in their communities get the balanced and active play they need to thrive.
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CANINE RECREATION DOG PARKS
DOG PARK REGISTRATION
Entry is only permitted for dogs with a current dog park tag. Please do your part and practice social distancing in the dog parks by remaining at least 6 feet away from others. A face covering will be required if social distancing is not possible. Dog park members are also expected to abide by the current mass gathering limitation. Owners are required to clean up after their dogs, both inside and outside the fenced area. Children under 12 years of age must be supervised by an adult and spectators (those without a dog) need to remain outside the fenced areas. All members must follow these rules in addition to all other dog park rules and regulations. Please visit our Canine Recreation page at dprcarninerecreation. org for a complete list of dog park rules.
All dogs MUST be registered with DPR annually. To ensure that we provide a healthy environment for all participants, we have adopted the vaccination requirements recommended by the American Animal Hospital Association. All dogs are required to have the following vaccinations before being issued a Dog Park tag: rabies, distemper/ parvo, bordetella, and a negative fecal exam. We also accept titer results in lieu of vaccinations except for rabies (state law). Vaccinations must be current, and not due to expire within 30 days. When these requirements are met, a DPR dog park tag is assigned. All dogs must wear their current dog park tag while playing in the park. Online registration is available at dprplaymore.org using course #11521. After registering, vaccination records and liability waiver must be emailed to durhamdogpark@durhamnc.gov. See website for complete instructions, or call 919-560-4355.
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Registration can also be done by mail to: Durham Parks and Recreation Attn: Dog Parks, 101 City Hall Plaza, Durham, NC 27701 Fees 2020 Dog Park tags are valid through the end of the calendar year. (January 1 – December 31). Fees are not prorated throughout the year. CR Fee: $17/per dog NCR Fee: $22/per dog
REGISTER FOR YOUR DOG PARK TAGS ONLINE! Online registration is available at dprplaymore.org using course #11521.
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DOG PARKS Durham Parks and Recreation has four dog parks, which offer a safe and controlled environment for dogs and their owners. The dog parks provide access to open space for off-leash play and socialization.
NORTHGATE DOG PARK 400 W. Lavender Avenue
(Located on the north side of Northgate Park)
Features two enclosed areas: • Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under • Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over Amenities include waste bag dispensers, water access, and benches.
PINEY WOOD DOG PARK 400 E. Woodcroft Parkway
Features four separate enclosed areas: • Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under • Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over • Program Area: special playgroups/ organized activity • Entrance Area: smaller version of program area Amenities include waste bag dispensers, water access, and benches.
DOWNTOWN DURHAM DOG PARK 304 Elliott Street
(Located on the corner of Roxboro and Elliott Streets)
Features two enclosed areas: • Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under • Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over Amenities include waste bag dispensers and benches.
PETSAFE® DOG PARK LOCATED AT DUKE PARK 1608 Acadia Street
Features two enclosed areas: • Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under • Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over Amenities include waste bag dispensers, water access, and benches.
Durham Parks and Recreation Recreation Advisory Commission (RAC) The RAC meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at the Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR) administration office. The mission of the Recreation Advisory Commission is to advocate for DPR and the Durham Community. For more information regarding the RAC, contact Lynda Merritt at 919-560-4355, ext. 27233.
David Green, Chair Lynda Merritt, City Staff Eric Tullis, Member Marcella Scurlock-Jones, Member Cedric Burke, Member
David Fellerath, Vice Chair Rebecca Reyes (Mayor Appointee) Frank White, Member Kokou Nayo, Member Lesley Stracks-Mullem, Member
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CULTURAL HERITAGE
CULTURAL HERITAGE HIKES AND TOURS WEST POINT HISTORY TOUR
LEIGH FARM HISTORY TOUR
Take a guided tour of West Point on the Eno’s historic buildings and grounds. While visiting the West Point Mill, McCown-Mangum House, and Hugh Mangum Museum of Photography, you will hear stories about the people who lived, worked, and played here. Tours will be offered through December, please visit DPRPlayMore.org for additional dates. All Ages No Cost WEST POINT ON THE ENO 13133 Sep 4 F 10am-11am 13442 Sep 5 Sa 2pm-3pm 13443 Sep 6 S 10am-11am 13444 Sep 11 F 10am-11am 13446 Sep 12 Sa 10am-11am 13448 Sep 13 S 10am-11am 13449 Sep 18 F 10am-11am 13450 Sep 19 Sa 10am-11am 13451 Sep 20 S 10am-11am 13452 Sep 25 F 10am-11am 13453 Sep 26 Sa 10am-11am 13454 Sep 27 S 10am-11am
Take a guided tour of Leigh Farm Park. You’ll learn about the families who lived here, their work, and life on a middle-class plantation. Venture inside the historic farmhouse while also visiting the enslaved people’s cabin, speakeasy, and the Leigh Family Cemetery. Tours will be offered through December, please visit DPRPlayMore.org for additional dates. All Ages No Cost LEIGH FARM PARK 13134 Sep 5 Sa 10am-11am 13488 Sep 12 Sa 10am-11am 13489 Sep 19 Sa 10am-11am 13490 Sep 26 Sa 10am-11am
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HISTORY HIKE: SURVEYING WEST POINT’S BOUNDARIES We are going off trail with one of Durham’s City Surveyors, Charles Wagner, on this History Hike to talk about how colonial surveyors would have surveyed the land, and how it is done today. This hike will be off trail and about two-miles long. No dogs on this hike. We will meet at the West Point Mill. Age: 10 and up No Cost WEST POINT ON THE ENO 13136 Sep 5 Sa 10am-12pm
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CULTURAL HERITAGE HIKES AND TOURS CONTINUED HISTORY HIKE: AMERICAN INDIANS ON THE ENO American Indians were present at West Point on the Eno long before the first mills were built here. Come explore the park while thinking about the area’s first residents. This is a two-mile hike through the park. Friendly dogs are welcome. We will meet at the West Point Mill. Age: 10 and up No Cost WEST POINT ON THE ENO 13142 Oct 3 Sa 10am-12pm
YOUTH (AGE 5-12) HANDS-ON-HISTORY Join us as we explore the arts, science, and history of the world around us! This edition will focus on the historic career of land surveying. West Point on the Eno has had centuries of surveyors come to map its area from Colonial times to the present. Children will make and take home one of the oldest and most useful surveying tools: a compass! This is sure to be an engaging and enjoyable program for participants and their adults. Age: 5-12, but all ages welcome WEST POINT ON THE ENO, MILL 13146 Sep 5 Sa 2pm-4pm 13922 Sep 5 Sa 3pm-5pm
SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TOUR OR HIKE Would you like to schedule a private park tour or hike? Private tours and hikes are free, but please allow eight business days for us to set up for you. Private tour options include park tours of Leigh Farm Park or West Point on the Eno Park, or a selection of our History Hikes. Contact Caitlin Avinger at Caitlin.Avinger@durhamnc.gov if you have questions or would like to schedule one. Please note, private tours and hikes are dependent on staff availability and are limited to a maximum size of 14 participants. If you would like to register for a regularly scheduled tour or hike, visit us at www.dprplaymore.org. Age: all ages No Cost West Point on the Eno or Leigh Farm Park
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HERITAGE PARKS West Point on the Eno Park and Leigh Farm Park make up the City of Durham’s Heritage Parks. These significant natural and historic parks provide opportunities for picnicking, fishing, hiking, outdoor nature study, and cultural history programming.
WEST POINT ON THE ENO 5101 N. Roxboro St., Durham, NC 27704 919-560-4355 This 388-acre natural and historic park is located along a two-mile stretch of the scenic Eno River, six miles north of downtown Durham. Take a step back in time to Durham’s early beginnings by touring the working Grist Mill, the 1850’s McCown-Mangum House, and the Hugh Mangum Museum of Photography. Park tours are offered on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through December. Tours are free, but registration is required. Park tours meet at the mill. Private tours can be arranged in advance by calling 919-560-4355. You can also enjoy a leisurely picnic and stroll around the grounds or take a hike through the woods on one of the park trails. Feel free to bring your canoe or raft and experience the beauty of the Eno River. The park gates are open daily, year-round, from 8 a.m. to dark.
Cog pit in the West Point Mill at West Point on the Eno
LEIGH FARM PARK 370 Leigh Farm Rd. Durham, NC 27707 919-560-4355
Leigh Family House at Leigh Farm Park
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This 82.8-acre property located at 370 Leigh Farm Road is anchored by a seven-acre historic core listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. The park includes the Leigh House (circa 1835), an early 19th century dairy, a mid-19th century enslaved peoples cabin with notable stick-built chimney, smokehouse, corn crib and a late 19th century well house and carriage house. The property also features a second mid-19th century slave cabin with a 1930 Rustic Revival log addition, an early 20th century tobacco barn and pack house, several mid-20th century residences, and wooded acreage that was historically open agricultural land. Guided tours are offered on Saturdays through December. Admission is free.
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FITNESS OUTDOOR FITNESS BATTLE ROPE FITNESS
FAMILY FITNESS FRENZY
Waving a rope around sounds simple right - until you do it DPR style. This class relies on the "art of undulation" meaning a regular rising and falling or movement to alternating sides: movement in waves. You'll work every muscle, especially your core, all while reaping cardiovascular benefits, improving coordination, and increasing metabolic endurance. Plus, this highly effective workout is low impact, safe for both beginners and avid gym goers. Ages: 18 and up CR Fee: $32 NCR Fee: $47 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 13112 Sep 8-Oct 27 Tu 6:30pm-7:30pm
Come out and take a breath of fresh air at Herndon Park! Bring your family out! We will do a variety of different bodyweight exercises together. Each exercise will have modifications so everyone can work out at the same time while having fun, and getting our bodies stronger. All Ages CR Fee: $4 NCR Fee: $9 C.M. HERNDON PARK 13550 Sep 24 Th 6:30pm-7:30pm
F.I.T. Fun Intense Training: This workout class will be fun yet intense involving various intervals of exercises that include cardio, running, and toning. This will be an outdoor program, and all participants will be physically distanced. Masks are required before and after the program, but not during the exercise portion. Participants should bring a water bottle. Age: 18 and up CR Fee: $16 NCR Fee: $21 ROCK QUARRY PARK 12526 Sep 3-Sep 24 Th 5pm-6pm 25
HIP HOP AEROBICS This class is designed to tone your abs and lower body muscles while burning tons of calories without even realizing it. If you like trap music and working out then this is the perfect class for you and your friends! This class will take place outside in the Play Prints area. Age: 18 and up CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $43 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 13588 Sep 3-Oct 15 Th 6pm-7pm
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FITNESS OUTDOOR FITNESS CONTINUED LINE DANCE
YOGA
Line dance refers to a range of choreographed routines danced in a group without partners. It’s a great workout for the body and mind; participants will learn a limited number of basic level dances. No prior experience is required. Class will take place outside in the Play Prints area. Age: 13 and up CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $43 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 13560 Sep 1-Oct 13 T 7pm-8pm
Join the masses who have discovered the wonders of yoga! This popular form of exercise offers both physical and mental benefits. Please bring a yoga mat to class. Age: 16 and up CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29 WALLTOWN PARK 12733 Sep 21-Oct 26 M 12pm-1pm
MIXXEDFIT This fitness class is a people-inspired dance class that is a mix of explosive dancing and boot camp toning. Age: 16 and up CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29 WALLTOWN PARK 13553 Sep 21-Oct 26 M 6:30pm-7:30pm
PARK LAB HIIT Come out to an early morning of some High Intensity Interval Training exercises and kick start your weekday at the Park Lab. We will perform different body weight exercises, and push our limits while outside. Participants should bring water and wear athletic wear that is comfortable. This class is held at the Park Lab in downtown Durham. Ages: 16 and up CR Fee: $12 NCR Fee: $17 PARK LAB 13559 Oct 1-Oct 22 Th 6:30am-7:15am
XTREME HIP HOP Xtreme Hip Hop is a high-energy cardio step aerobics class that incorporates fun and upbeat hip hop music to provide participants with a fresh spin on an old concept. Whether participants are beginners, advanced, older, or younger they all want a unique but effective workout regimen. Come and join the party and burn up to 600 calories in the process! Age: 16 and up CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29 WALLTOWN PARK 13169 Sep 24-Oct 29 Th 6:30pm-7:30pm 13555 Nov 5-Dec 17 Th 6:30pm-7:30pm
ZUMBA Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music dance themes, which creates a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! Zumba combines high-energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries. WALLTOWN PARK Age: 16 and up CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29 12735 Sep 22-Oct 27 T 6:30pm-7:30pm 13554 Nov 3-Dec 8 T 6:30pm-7:30pm HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER This class will take place outside in the Play Prints area. Age: 13 and up CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $43 13577 Sep 1-Oct 13 T 6pm-7pm
ZUMBA TONING This Zumba inspired class uses special Zumba Toning Sticks to provide a great body sculpting workout with the same Zumba moves and music you already enjoy at a slightly slower pace. This class will take place outside in the Play Prints area. Age: 13 and up CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $43 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 13580 Sep 2-Oct 14 W 6pm-7pm
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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FITNESS VIRTUAL FITNESS VIRTUAL COME EXERCISE WITH ME
VIRTUAL MATURE MEN'S FITNESS HOUR
A low-impact program of continual movements using your own body weight. This program is designed for individuals with disabilities, but all are welcome to participate! The program is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Participants will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours prior to the start of the program. Age: 10 and up CR Fee: $8 NCR Fee: $13 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13804 Sep 15-Oct 13 T 10am-10:30am 13805 Oct 20-Nov 17 T 10am-10:30am
It’s time to get active! Join us for a virtual hour of fitness. You’ll learn exercise principles and techniques using body resistance, free weights, or household items that can be substituted. Interactive instruction will be provided through Zoom. Each participant will receive an email at least 3 days before the program begins with a link to join. Age: 55 and up CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13179 Sep 14-Oct 19 M 9:30am-10:30am
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VIRTUAL MATURE WOMEN'S FITNESS HOUR
Short on time but still want to get your heart pumping? Need to change up your workout routine to burn more? Join us for a virtual 30-minute full body workout using your own body weight and equipment to increase flexibility and strength, while burning off those extra pounds and firming your muscles. This workout will definitely have you wanting to come back for more and more and more! Age: 16 and up CR Fee: $12 NCR Fee: $17 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13552 Nov 3-Dec 8 T 12:15pm-12:45pm 13557 Sep 22-Oct 27 T 12:15pm-12:45pm
It’s time to get active! Join us for a virtual hour of fitness. You’ll learn exercise principles and techniques using body resistance, free weights, or household items that can be substituted. Interactive instruction will be provided through Zoom. Each participant will receive an email at least 3 days before the program begins with a link to join. Age: 55 and up CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13180 Sep 15-Oct 20 T 9:30am-10:30am
VIRTUAL FITNESS 101 Don’t let staying at home stop you from moving. Bring it and work out with us! This program is designed for individuals with disabilities, but all are welcome to participate! The program is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Participants will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours prior to the start of the program. Age: 10 and up CR Fee: $8 NCR Fee: $13 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13806 Sep 16-Oct 14 W 5:30pm-6pm 13807 Oct 21-Nov 18 W 5:30pm-6pm
VIRTUAL YOGA Join the masses who have discovered the wonders of yoga! This virtual class is a popular form of exercise that offers both physical and mental benefits. A yoga mat is recommended for this class. Age: 16 and up CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13556 Nov 2-Dec 7 M 12pm-1pm 27
VIRTUAL MIXXEDFIT This virtual fitness class is a people-inspired dance class that is a mix of explosive dancing and boot camp toning. Age: 16 and up CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 12754 Nov 2-Dec 7 M 6:30pm-7:30pm
VIRTUAL STRENGTH & STRETCH CONDITIONING Participants will learn anatomy and be coached through exercises that promote flexibility and develop core strength. This program is designed for individuals with disabilities, but all are welcome to participate! The program is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Participants will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours prior to the start of the program. Age: 10 and up CR Fee: $8 NCR Fee: $13 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13808 Sep 17-Oct 15 Th 10am-10:30am 13809 Oct 22-Nov 19 Th 10am-10:30am
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
WELLNESS CENTERS EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER Edison Johnson offers a variety of equipment including treadmills, recumbent and upright bikes, and elliptical trainers. Dumbbells and stability balls are also available. Please bring your own towel. Fitness Room orientations are available by appointment only.
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HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER The fitness center at Holton offers treadmills, recumbent and upright bikes and elliptical machines, free weights and strength training equipment. Please bring your own towel. No Cost
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WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER
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I.R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER AT CAMPUS HILLS Treadmills, recumbent bikes, jump ropes, and BOSU Balance Trainers are available for your cardio workout. Free weights, machines, medicine balls, & stability balls are available for your strength workouts.
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We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
WELLNESS CENTERS W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER The fitness center at W.D. Hill offers a variety of equipment for your cardio, core and strength workout needs. Cardio equipment: treadmills, ‘stationary’ mountain bikes and jump ropes. Core equipment: stability balls, medicine balls, kettlebells and a designated area for floor exercises. Strength equipment: free weights (with smith cage and bench), dumbbells and resistance bands.
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Work out at any of our centers and take fitness classes for an affordable monthly price with DPR’s wellness package. DPR Wellness Package • Unlimited land-based group fitness and mind/body classes • Use of weights and fitness equipment • Open gym programs • Use of the gymnasium (when available) • Can be used at any DPR recreation center
Includes everything included in the DPR Wellness Package, PLUS recreational and lap swim in the indoor aquatic centers.
Daily Activity Pass Includes: • General admission to indoor pools • Drop-in exercise programs • Open gym • Use of exercise equipment at any DPR facility
City Residents: $40 per month Non-City Residents: $55 per month A Play More Card is required to purchase a Wellness + Open Swim package.
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Daily Fees: Age: 12-18 CR: $0, NCR: $5 Age: 19-54 CR: $4, NCR: $9 Age: 55 and better CR: $3, NCR: $8
City Resident: $20 per month Non-City Resident: $25 per month A Play More Card is required to purchase a Wellness package. DPR Wellness Pass is for ages 19 and up. *Additional fees apply for the use of aquatics facilities and participation in some of the other classes, activities and team sports listed in Play More.
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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PARK SPOTLIGHT Durham Parks and Recreation has responded to the public’s request to better maintain City parks and trails. Money from the ½ penny for park and trail deferred maintenance, Durham Parks Foundation, as well as money from the capital project planning, have gone into repairs.
Rock (the) Quarry Park Festival Site Festivals bring the community together in a celebration of our culture and help us re-imagine our City at its most spectacular. Most importantly, Durham needs a place to be loud and to dance. Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR) produces festivals that are free and open to all, and has been the home to the Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival for the past five years. Despite this park hosting great festivals, the two old baseball fields weren't designed to accommodate 20,000 revelers. Festival and park planners know that serious work is needed to make this park a true festival home. A plan has been developed for a stage area, water hookups for misting tents, and electricity. It also includes an accessible pedestrian loop with a new bridge between the restored Vietnam Veterans Trail and Ellerbe Creek Trail. A new dog park and sound play garden will also be built. Park construction is expected to begin this Fall and be completed by March 2021. Park planners and the Durham Parks Foundation (DPF) have developed a wish list to include festival shade structures, art, and lighting displays to further enhance the park. If you’d like to help with these wish list items, please connect with the Durham Parks Foundation.
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We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
CITY LAKES CITY LAKES LOTTERY INFORMATION: City Lakes are open with limited operations and capacities in order to meet state and local social distancing requirements. A lottery system is in place to access permits at each lake. Please read all of the following information if you plan to visit our lakes.
The health and safety of our patrons and staff are our top priority. Please do your part and practice social distancing at the lakes by remaining at least 6 feet away from others. Additionally, a facecovering is required at all times, when social distancing is not possible.
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LITTLE RIVER LAKE
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Non-motorized boat launches and bank fishing will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. The first-come, first-serve canoe and kayak launches are car top only. The trailered canoes and kayaks will need to go through the lottery.
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2802 Bahama Rd. Bahama, NC 27503 919-477-3906
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1500 Orange Factory Rd. Durham, NC 27712 919-477-7889
LOTTERY SYSTEM You MUST use the lottery system in order to be entered for the chance to obtain a permit. Lotteries will run from 12 a.m.-6 p.m. the day before your desired launch or bank fishing day. For example, if you would like to enter for a chance to obtain a permit on Sunday, text the number on Saturday between 12 a.m.-6 p.m. Results will be sent via text once the lottery closes at 6 p.m. Text "LM Launch" to 31996 to be entered for a personal motorized boat launch permit at Lake Michie. Text "LR Bank Fish" to 31996 to be entered for a bank fishing permit at Little River Lake. Permits are good only for the date and location at which they were issued. Lakes will be open during their normal seasonal operating hours, Friday through Monday from 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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PERFORMING ARTS TEEN & ADULT HIP HOP DANCE
YOUTH HIP HOP DANCE
You’re never too old to dance! If you love to dance, then this hip hop session is for you! Hip Hop Dance is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Class will take place outside in the Play Prints area. Age: 16 and up CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $23 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 13571 Aug 31-Oct 12 M 7pm-7:45pm
This introductory-level hip hop class provides a structured method of learning hip hop, modern and STEP dance movements in a funfilled and vibrant class environment. The class utilizes upbeat music from various genres, in addition to the latest hip hop hits. If you really want to learn how to do the latest dances moves, this class is definitely for you. In order to participate, registrants must have completed first grade by the start of the program. Class will take place outside in the Play Prints area. Age: 7-12 CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $11.75 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 13561 Aug 31-Oct 12 M 6pm-6:45pm
My Durham Teen Programming "For Teens, Built by Teens,” that’s how we roll! Durham Parks and Recreation offers free, drop-in programming and activities from 3 p.m.-7p.m. Monday-Friday for all teens between the ages of 13 and 18 years old. From gardening, video game tournaments, and indoor hockey to park clean-ups, crafts and job readiness, we are providing a place for the teens in our community to have fun, hang out, and be active! For more information about the My Durham locations and program times being offered this year, please visit the Teen page on our website at dprplaymore.org.
#MYDURHAM We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FUN CARAVAN
VIRTUAL TEEN RESOURCE SESSION
Fun Caravan is all about highlighting the fun, games, and exciting offerings at your local parks. Fun Caravan is a mobile recreation program that brings recreation to communities throughout Durham by providing a variety of fun, active, and recreational experiences for families with children up to 12 years old. The program offers a variety of unstructured activities in the park. All children must be supervised by a caregiver at least 16 years old. Preregistration required to permit acceptable social distancing between family groups. Please register all family members who will be in attendance. Weather permitting, we will be at a park near you! No Cost RIVER FOREST PARK 12749 Sep 16 W 9:30am-11am ORCHARD PARK 13671 Sep 30 W 9:30am-11am SOUTHERN BOUNDARIES PARK 13718 Oct 14 W 9:30am-11am
Sign up for Walltown Teen Resource Session, so you can be in the know about what’s going on in your community. We will learn about what exciting programs Durham Parks and Recreation has to offer for teens. Don’t see a program that you’re interested in? Here is your chance to voice ideas about programs that you want to see in your community. In this virtual class there will be a DPR staff person providing you information for teen programs. To connect virtually participants will need a good internet connection, a functioning computer, and a phone or tablet device with a camera and microphone capability. Don’t miss out on this unique experience! Age: 13-17 CR Fee: $3 NCR Fee: $8 VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13551 Oct 29-Nov 19 Th 4pm-4:30pm
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We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
SPECIAL EVENTS BULL CITY REELS ON WHEELS Durham Parks and Recreation is bringing free movies to you...in your car! Bull City Reels on Wheels is sponsored by the Durham County Memorial Stadium. These are free events, but tickets must be reserved online. Visit our website at DPRPlayMore.org for all the details. No Cost DURHAM COUNTY MEMORIAL STADIUM 13874 Sep 26 Sa 7:30pm Hitch (PG-13) 13875 Oct 24 Sa 7pm Coco (PG) 13876 Nov 21 Sa 6:30pm The Wiz (G) 13877 Dec 12 Sa 5:30pm Home Alone (PG)
INCLEMENT WEATHER INFORMATION
VENDORS & SPONSORS Become a vendor or sponsor for an upcoming special event! Opportunities are available for nonprofits, artists, businesses and food vendors!
If at any point it becomes unsafe to host or continue a program due to inclement weather, DPR will postpone or cancel the event. Please check one of the following online sites for up-to-date information on cancellations and closures:
dprplaymore.org facebook.com/dprplaymore twitter.com/dprplaymore or call: 919-560-4636
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
Most outdoor special events will occur rain or shine. In the case of extreme cold weather, threat or warning of a tornado or hurricane, or thunder and lightning storms, the event will be cancelled. A decision to close athletic fields or cancel games and practices will be made at 4:30 p.m. during the week and 7:30 a.m. on weekends.
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS VIRTUAL BINGO
VIRTUAL LET’S TALK
Join us for a game of Bingo! You can play online or print out a card. It’s a slower paced game but all are welcome to participate! The program is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Participants will be emailed the Zoom link and the link for the online Bingo cards 24 hours prior to the start of the program. Age: 10 and up No Cost VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13801 Sep 24 Th 2pm-3pm 13802 Oct 1 Th 2pm-3pm 13803 Oct 8 Th 2pm-3pm 13831 Oct 15 Th 2pm-3pm 13832 Oct 22 Th 2pm-3pm 13833 Oct 29 Th 2pm-3pm
Virtual roundtable talk with friends. Bring your stories, questions, jokes ... and enjoy! This program is designed for individuals with disabilities, but all are welcome to participate! The program is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Participants will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours prior to the start of the program. Age: 18 and up No Cost VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13810 Sep 18 F 2pm-2:30pm 13811 Sep 25 F 2pm-2:30pm 13812 Oct 2 F 2pm-2:30pm 13813 Oct 9 F 2pm-2:30pm 13814 Oct 16 F 2pm-2:30pm 13815 Oct 23 F 2pm-2:30pm 13816 Oct 30 F 2pm-2:30pm
VIRTUAL CHALLENGER FLAG FOOTBALL The league offers opportunities for individuals with disabilities to gain skills and knowledge of flag football. It focuses on improving social and athletic skills as well as teamwork. The league is sponsored by the Carolina Panthers. This program is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Participants will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours prior to the start of the program. Age: 7-24 No Cost VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13011 Sep 9-Oct 30 W,F 6:30pm-7:30pm
VIRTUAL DISABLE THE LABEL “Turning Obstacles into Opportunities” Join a virtual informational event that will give you lots of information on how to support your client or child during COVID-19. Agencies will include Durham Parks & Recreation Special Programs Unit, Durham Public Schools Exceptional Children’s Department, First In Families of NC, MVP Transition Consulting, LLC, City of Durham Neighborhood Improvement Services, Developmental Therapy Associates, and Human Relations Division. Age: 18 and up No Cost VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13240 Sep 12 Sa 11am-12:30pm
VIRTUAL LET’S TALK SPORTS Participants will talk about different sports and athletes. This program is designed for individuals with disabilities, but all are welcome to participate! The program is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Participants will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours prior to the start of the program. Age: 10 and up No Cost VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13820 Sep 14 M 2pm-2:30pm 13821 Sep 21 M 2pm-2:30pm 13822 Sep 28 M 2pm-2:30pm 13823 Oct 5 M 2pm-2:30pm 13824 Oct 12 M 2pm-2:30pm 13825 Oct 19 M 2pm-2:30pm 13826 Oct 26 M 2pm-2:30pm
VIRTUAL NAME THAT TUNE Come show us your musical ear. Listen, guess and sing alone to your favorite songs. This program is designed for individuals with disabilities, but all are welcome to participate! Age: 16 and up No Cost VIRTUAL ONLINE - ZOOM 13790 Sep 15 T 3pm-3:30pm 13791 Sep 22 T 3pm-3:30pm 13792 Sep 29 T 3pm-3:30pm 13793 Oct 6 T 3pm-3:30pm 13794 Oct 13 T 3pm-3:30pm 13795 Oct 20 T 3pm-3:30pm 13796 Oct 27 T 3pm-3:30pm
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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STAY CONNECTED EMAIL & TEXT NOTIFICATIONS To receive emails and/or texts about all general DPR information and alerts:
WEATHER & ATHLETIC FIELD CANCELLATION PHONE LINE Please call 919-560-4636 for updated information on any athletic field and league cancellations or to hear a list of facility closures during severe weather.
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Visit dprplaymore.org and click on the Site Tools drop down menu in the upper right corner.
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Enter your email address and click Sign In.
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Check off the box to receive HTML emails and or texts
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If you select to receive text messages enter your mobile phone number and select Save.
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Click the email icon and/or SMS icon next to the lists to which you wish to subscribe/unsubscribe.
Visit dprplaymore.org and select "About Us" and "Stay Connected" to sign up for our newsletter
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You will be sent an email with instructions to confirm your account.
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If you request text notifications, you will receive a text confirmation asking you to respond with a Y.
Select from the following options: • Athletic Leagues • City-wide Special Events • Downtown Events • Play More Program Guide (3 times per year) • Recreation Programs & Events • Special Programs/Inclusion Programs & Events • Teen Programs
In order to receive all alerts and news you will need to click on the icons in both Alert Section and News sections of the notifications sign up page.
SOCIAL MEDIA
A decision to close athletic fields or cancel games and practices will be made at 4:30 p.m. during the week and 7:30 a.m. on weekends.
@DPRPLAYMORE BLOG dprplaymore.blogspot.com
E-NEWSLETTER
PHOTOS WANTED! Do you have photos you've taken at Parks and Recreation centers or in our parks? Submit them to us and see them in print in Play More! For details call 919-560-4355 or email dprinfo@durhamnc.gov.
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
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FACILITY AND PARK RENTALS
EVENT FIELDS AND TRAILS Durham’s parks are great places to host your fun days, company picnics, family reunions and more. A park permit is required for event fields and trails. Contact the reservations office at 919-5604355, ext. 27202 or email reservations@ durhamnc.gov.
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ATHLETIC FIELD RENTALS DPR offers the following field and court rentals: • Baseball Fields • Futsal Courts • Softball Fields • Soccer Fields
• Multipurpose Fields • Tennis Courts • Basketball Courts • Disc Golf Course
To reserve a field or court, visit our website at dprplaymore.org and fill out the online Field Rental Request Form under Rentals and Athletic Field Rentals or call 919-560-4355. Additional rental information including fees and field dimensions can be found on our website under Rentals and Athletic Field Rentals.
We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident
HOW DO YOU PLAY, DURHAM?
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The past two years Durham Parks Foundation members and supporters funded the design and construction of the Environmental Education Pavilion at West Point on the Eno Park and we are in our second year of habitat restoration of the 5-acre field surrounding the “EEP.� Join us in preserving, strengthening and expanding opportunities for play in all of Durham.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PAVILION 5253 North Roxboro Street, Durham, NC 27712
The Environmental Education Pavilion can be accessed from the north entrance in West Point on the Eno Park. It was constructed in 2018, and provides open, natural space for programming and self-guided nature immersion. The facility is located in a five acre field that is being restored to a native Piedmont Prairie. For more information on this project, visit www.durhamparksfoundation.org.
Tell us how you play, Durham! @durhamparksfoundation
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