Since 1985, people in the United States have celebrated Park and Recreation Month in July to promote building strong, vibrant, and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation and to recognize the more than 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals — along with hundreds of thousands of part-time and seasonal workers and volunteers — that maintain our country’s local, state and community parks.
This year's theme — “Where Community Grows” — celebrates the vital role parks and recreation play in bringing people together, providing essential services, and fostering the growth of our communities.
Join us in celebrating the Ashland community and Parks & Recreation Month this July! Check out the calendar of events or just enjoy time in one of our many parks and trails.