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COVID-19 Information
PARKS OPEN MAY 14th
SOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY // Updated August 17th, 2020
Parks are currently open with some restrictions. Park visitors must practice social distancing—remaining out of congregate settings, avoiding mass gatherings and maintaining distance (approximately 6 feet or 2 meters) from others when possible. The following is also expected of park visitors: follow CDC’s guidelines on personal hygiene prior to visiting parks or trails; do not use parks or trails if exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19; be prepared for limited access to public restrooms or water fountains; share the trail and warn other trail users of your presence as you pass. Face coverings are strongly encouraged and should be worn whenever possible. Please note that all park patrons utilize parks and facilities at their own risk.
Facility/Activity | Status starting 7/17/20 |
Park Open Space | Open sunrise to sunset for one-way walking, running, and biking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and use of ponds while practicing social distancing. |
Playgrounds | Playgrounds open starting June 13th. Play at your own risk. |
Boat Ramps | Open for public use sunrise to sunset. Individuals fishing must remain 10 feet apart. |
Basketball Courts | Basketball courts are open. Competitive games are prohibited. All players must practice social distancing. |
Disc Golf Course | Course is open. |
Freedom Park Dog Park | Dog park will open June 13th. |
Picnic Pavilions | Group pavilions closed until June 20th. Reservations for 25 people or less available starting June 20th. Single picnic areas are open for individual families. |
Pools | Closed for the summer. |
Recreation Centers | Senior Center and Mildred Hunter Community Center closed until at least September 10th. We will reassess at that time. |
Rentals | All facility rentals are suspended until further notice. |
Restrooms | Closed. |
Skate Park | Skate park is open. |
Sports Fields | Open for use starting June 20th. Please comply with social distancing guidelines. |
Summer Camps | All camps are canceled for the summer. |
Tennis | Tennis courts are open. All players must practice social distancing. |
ACTIVITIES
This is a unique time but we are all in it together. While a lot of things are in limbo, we believe that #funisntcancelled! That’s why VLPRA is committed to providing entertaining, engaging things to keep you active during the COVID-19 outbreak. Check out our Virtual Recreation Center here for indoor and outdoor activities you can do at home!