Parks and Recreation Department

Phone Number: (704) 824-4231

Mission Statement: To enhance the quality of life for all citizens through the development of recreation facilities, services and programs that promote a lifestyle of wellness, physical activities, and special events for all ages.

Directors Message

Dear Community Friends,

I want to thank each person that has participated, volunteered, or coached in one of our activities or athletic programs.  For those who have not had a chance to be part of our programs, come out and enjoy.  We are constantly seeking your input and encourage you to contact us regarding any of the programs or activities that you would like to participate in or would like to see offered.

Some of the highlights this year will be Easter egg hunt, End of school blow-out, Movies in the gym, Fall carnival, Dances, Turkey shoot, Christmas parade, Breakfast with Santa, and Mayworth Festival.

Let us know what you think about having a Father-Daughter dance, Mother-Son dance, or a Mother-Daughter Makeover.

Riverside Park is now open.  The park now offers a Fishing pier, canoe launch, and trails, parking and new lighting.  .

Cramerton was awarded A $500,000 PARTF grant that will be used for the construction of Goat Island.  Goat Island is a 29-acre Island located in the heart of Cramerton and surrounded by the South Fork of the Catawba River.  Amenities planned for the island includes: Amphitheater, playgrounds, 9-hole disc golf, 2 picnic shelters, walking trails, fishing pier, and canoe launch.

If we can be of any assistance to you, please feel free to contact us at (704) 824-4231.

Sincerely,

Cam Carpenter

Parks and Recreation Director

BE A MEMBER OF OUR TEAM

The Parks and Recreation Department is always looking for talented individuals to teach classes, volunteer at events, coach athletic teams, or share ideas with us.  If you would like to see a particular class offered, need community service hours, want to teach a program, coach an athletic team, or would like more information on seasonal and part-time employment opportunities, call us.

PICNIC SHELTERS AND MEETING ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOUR FAMILY REUNION, BIRTHDAY PARTY, DANCES OR BUSINESS MEETING.  CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Hours of Operation

Administrative

Mon-Fri  8am-5pm

Gym/Fitness Center

Monday:  7am – 8pm

Tuesday:  7am – 8pm

Wednesday:  8am – 5pm

Thursday:  7am – 8pm

Friday:  8am – 5pm

Saturday:  10am – 3pm

*During the months of Nov.-March the gym will be used for our basketball program.  Gym will close at 5pm during this time.

HOW TO REGISTER

WalkIn…. Registration is accepted on a first come, first served basis until the end of a registration period.  After the end date, you will be placed on a waiting list and taken on an as needed basis only. It is the decision of the parks and recreation staff to determine this need.  A minimum and maximum number needed to hold the class or activity has been set for each.  Please register as soon as possible to prevent cancellation due to insufficient participation.

STAFF

CAM CARPENTER – DIRECTOR

JASON DOWDELL – ATHLETIC COORDINATOR

STEPHEN CRAFT – GYM/MAINTENANCE

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