Parks and Recreation

Creating Community through People, Parks & Programs

Unless otherwise noted,  use General Program Registration form mailed/dropped off at Parks & Rec office -- or use the Online Registration...

*ONLINE PROGRAM REGISTRATION Now Available*

Convenient & Easy -- Registration link also on the Youth Programs Page - and Adult Fitness Page.

 

 

 

Pumpkins for Business - Free Advertising!

A fun opportunity for FREE positive exposure for your business / organization at the PUMPKIN FEST on Oct. 9th. It's an easy way to demonstrate your community support.  Click here for details. 

 

 

Pumpkin Festival is Oct. 9th  -  Accepting Volunteer Applications now!

We are looking for student volunteers who want to HAVE FUN and earn volunteer hours!  The Pumpkin Festival is Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021 at the Huron Boat Basin.  Volunteers help with children games and pumpkin painting -- Check out details at PUMPKIN FEST VOLUNTEER FORM

 

 

Farmers Market - Every Thursday afternoon! 

Fresh seasonal produce and products from local vendors!  The Farmers Market is held in the Huron Boat Basin parking lot every Thursday, (NOTE TIME CHANGE: 4pm - 7pm) July 15 through October 14.  Presented by Huron Parks & Rec in partnership with the Huron Chamber of Commerce.  A special thanks to First Federal Savings of Lorain for their support!  If you are interested in becoming a Farmers Market Vendor, contact Huron Chamber of Commerce at  419-433-5700.  

 

Active @ Lake Front Park - Yoga or Tai Chi

Adult Fitness -- Beautiful views inspire healthy, fun classes at Lake Front Park.  YOGA every Tuesday and Thursday, 10am-11pm.  If you have not previously atttended our Yoga Program, please arrive 15 minutes early to register.  Purchase a $50 Yoga Pass to attend 10 classes.  Your choice of dates-  Your Yoga Pass never expires!  Or try TAI CHI every Tuesday and Thursday at Lake Front, 10am - 11pm.  Great for balance, flexiblity, and managing stress. $5.00 per Tai Chi Class; arrive early to register if this is your first class.  Classes at Lake Front Park are weather-allowing. 

 

Nickel Plate Beach 

Nickel Plate Park is open daily, dawn to dusk.  $6.00 per vehicle parking fee (cash only).  Season Parking Passes are sold at the gate.  More Parking Pass information - Click here for the order form.  NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY.  Click here for IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Dogs are prohibited at  Nickel Plate Park from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day during the hours of 10am to 6pm.

Kayaks, float devices and beach gear can be rented at Nickel Plate Beach from The Paddle Shack. For availability and pricing, the PADDLE SHACK phone number is 419-515-9834.

Water quality at Nickel Plate Beach and other area beaches, is monitored by the Erie County Health Department -- click here to link to their test results.   

 

Fall Ball underway at Fabens Park 

Fall Leagues are TEAM REGISTRATIONS OLY -- more info on Fall Ball page

 

 

 Parks & Rec has a new Facebook page!!

-- Check out the live WEB CAM for a real-time view of the Huron River, Lake Erie and the Lighthouse!

 

 

 

Huron Decals

Decals are $5.00 each; donation to the Huron Parks Foundation. Click on the Decal to the left for mail order form. New option: "static cling" decals can be removed without leaving residue! 

 

Park Memorials - Donations

The Huron Parks & Recreation Foundation offers the opportunity for community members to donate lasting memorials to loved ones within our park system. More information. 

 

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