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The Nature Center at Alley Park is open to the public on Sunday afternoons, 1-4pm and Wednesday evenings, 4-6pm. For the safety of the staff, visitors, and animals, you are required to wear a mask in order to enter the center. Masks are available if you do not have one with you. Donations are appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fall Hike and Tree Planting at Alley Park on Sunday, October 25th at 2pm. Park and meet in the front parking lot area at Alley Park, 2805 Old Logan Road. Following the tree planting, outdoor education staff will lead you on the trails for a Fall Hike.
Park Board Meetings will be held the 1st Wednesday of the Month for August, September & October & November. Meetings will be held on the 2nd floor of City Hall at 104 E. Main St. Lancaster. Time: 3:30 p.m.
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Home Page
return to the Lancaster Parks Home Page
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About Lancaster Parks
Explore what Lancaster Parks have to offer the community such as the sports programs, special events and the Olivedale Senior Center.
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Calendar of Events
calendar of events
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Charles Alley Nature Park
Explore the events and activities available for the community at Charles Alley Nature Park in Lancaster, Ohio.
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Special Events
View a list of special events that occur in Lancaster, Ohio thanks to the Parks and Recreation Department.
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Sports
Learn about the different sporting events and clubs available from the Parks and Recreation Department to stay active and involved in the community. Also includes No Limits Athletics programs
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Pools
View a list of Lancaster Parks pools, along with admission fees, hours and more.
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Shelter Houses
Take a look at the 2 shelter houses on the Rising Park grounds that are available for reservation. Also, find out how to reserve one of the shelters for your event.
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Olivedale Senior Center
Welcome to Olivedale Senior Center…. A living memorial to Olive and Dale Schurtz, generous Lancaster residents, who bequeathed their home and property to the City of Lancaster. Dedicated for the use of senior citizens of the community, Olivedale Senior Center is part of the Lancaster Parks and Recreation Department.
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Park Rules (PDF)
View the rules and regulations for all parks as created by the Board of Park Commissioners in Lancaster, Ohio.
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Park Maps
View the maps the Lancaster, Ohio area parks and find out which is best for you.
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Accessible Parks
Explore a list of parks that have amenities that are accessible for those with disabilities in Lancaster, Ohio.
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Adopt-a-Park
Learn about the Adopt-a-Park program in Lancaster, Ohio and find out how to adopt your own.
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Bike Trail Map
View a map of the Fairfield Heritage Trail in Lancaster, Ohio and stay prepared on how far and long you are willing and able to bike.
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Friends of Lancaster Parks & Recreation
A support group that reaches out to the community seeking people who want to contribute time, expertise, or money to enhance park programs beyond those funded by your tax dollars...
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Photo Club
Find out how to join the Mt. Pleasant Photography Club whether you are beginner or experienced, there is something for you.
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Health & Fitness Center
Come visit the Health & Fitness Center open to ages 35 years+ with a variety of fun exercise classes. Join Pound Fit, Barre Fit, Yoga Stretch, Chair Yoga, Pilates Fit, Zumba, Zumba Step, Strength & Balance, Silver Sneakers Classic, Dance Aerobics and Spin. Our equipment room features stationary bikes, elliptical trainers, cross trainer, sit down elliptical, NuSteps, Cybex Weight Machines, treadmills, rowing machines and more. We also have a therapy pool on site. Annual membership is $24 and unlimited exercise class/equipment use and open pool pass is only $20/mo.
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ACTIVITIES & PROGRAM GUIDE
Explore all that Lancaster Parks & Recreation has to offer for the upcoming year. Dates of events, camps and programs will be displayed.
Contact Us
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Mike Tharp Jr.
Superintendent
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Parks & Recreation Department
1507 E Main Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
Phone: 740-687-6651
Fax: 740-681-5019
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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