PARKS…
Did you know we have 19 parks in Ashland and nearly 800 acres of parkland and open space? We also help manage 53 miles of trails. Learn more at AshlandParksandRec.org
RECREATION…
Our 2022 Fall Community PlayGuide… What to Do! is in full swing and registration is OPEN! View the current guide and register for programs at ashland.or.us/register.
The Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink will open for the season on Saturday, November 19! The rink is located in Lithia Park at 95 Winburn Way. We hope you can experience one of the most magical places in Ashland… that little outdoor rink in beautiful Lithia Park, where the air is fresh, and the white lights are twinkling. Watch for details on our gala annual event, First Frost Community Skating Event, Saturday, December 17. Complete info at ashland.or.us/IceRink.
VOLUNTEER…
Join us every Thursday at North Mountain Park to battle invasive species, plant native trees and shrubs and help care for this wonderful park. The work party runs from 9 to 11 a.m. Tools and friendly training provided. Drop-ins welcome. Check the front porch of the Nature Center for info on where the work will be happening that day.
Bike Maintenance Work Parties— Come volunteer to fix up bikes at the Grove, 1195 E Main St, every Wednesday afternoon, 1:30-4:30 p.m. All experience levels are welcome. Bikes are distributed to local aid organizations, and low-income residents of the area and sold at the Bike Swap to help raise funds for bike safety education in the Rogue Valley.
For all volunteer opportunities, to learn more, sign-up or to join an email list, please call or email Volunteer Coordinator, Sulaiman Shelton, at 541.552.2264 or Sulaiman.shelton@ashland.or.us.
SENIOR SERVICES…
Our Senior Services Division offers many services and activities at Ashland Senior Center and The Grove. Learn more and sign up at AshlandSeniorServices.org or 541.488.5342. We have the following free, upcoming events. (Registration is required by emailing seniorinfo@ashland.or.us or calling 541.48.5342.)
• Computer Basics Class Series: Android Phone & Tablet Basics, Wednesday, November 9, 1 p.m.
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION…
Parks and Recreation Commissioners hold their regular business meeting the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. Study Sessions are typically held the 1st Wednesday of the month. Check the APRC public meeting calendar at AshlandParksandRec.org. You can also learn how you can participate, contact the Commissioners, and view Commissioner bios and goals, agendas and minutes.
For more info visit AshlandParksandRec.org, email ParksInfo@ashland.or.us or call 541.488.5340. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AshlandParksandRec and use the hashtags #APRCstayConnected #AshlandParksandRec #APRC #FunItsInOurNature #AshlandWhatToDo
