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Lynda Chambers, Director
345 E. Wilson Bridge Road
Worthington, OH 43085
Phone: (614) 436-2743
Fax: (614) 786-7367
Sportline: (614) 786-7366
Welcome to the Worthington Parks and Recreation Department! We serve the greater Worthington area through a variety of recreational programs and services. The Parks and Recreation Department also manages over 221 acres of developed and natural park areas.
Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Worthington Parks and Recreation Department to enhance the quality of life in the Worthington community through the proactive development and operation of comprehensive facilities and program services.
Goals
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To teach skills
To provide successful experiences
To enhance children's character development
To provide safe and well-maintained facilities
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Parks
Today the park system is nearly 200 acres with 13 parks. The new Worthington Community Center was built in 2002 and the Griswold Center was completed in 1993. These two indoor facilities provide programs for preschoolers through senior citizens. The Department provides approximately 250 recreation programs each quarter.
1. All Children's Playground, 360 Highland Ave.
5. Godown Road Park, 6099 Godown Road
7. Heischman Park, 6755 Worthington-Galena Rd.
13. Park Blvd/Devil's Hill Park, 125 Park Blvd.
17. Shaker Square Park, 888 Middlebury Ct.
18. Skate Park: Olentangy River Parklands, 600 W. Wilson Bridge Rd.
19. Snouffer Road Park, 2341 Snouffer Rd.
20. Wilson Hill Park, 1025 Ridgedale Dr. East
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Huntley Bowl Park, 6199 Huntley Road For a complete listing of activities and facilities, call Worthington Parks and Recreation Department at 614-436-2743.
City of Worthington Park Rules:
Our parks are for the use and enjoyment of all. Please respect our policies and each other to allow for a safe and pleasurable experience.
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Parks are open during daylight hours only unless otherwise posted or with a special permit obtained through the City.
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Illegal, inappropriate and destructive conduct will not be tolerated. Please respect other park visitors.
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Weapons (including firearms, air rifles, fireworks, sling shots, and other explosive devices) may not be carried or discharged within park or playground areas. Throwing stones or other missiles is also prohibited.
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Alcohol and drug use, possession or intoxication is prohibited.
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Pets need to be under the reasonable control of their owner or other qualified person. All pet waste must be immediately disposed of into trash receptacles. Doggie waste disposal bags are available at some parks.
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Commercial services, entertainment, exhibition, solicitation or distribution of written material is prohibited unless a special permit is first obtained.
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No person shall make or kindle an open fire except in a grill provided for that purpose.
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No motorized vehicles or any kind (including mini-bikes and go-carts) are allowed to operate in City parks other than in designated parking areas.
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The City of Worthington began planning for a multi-use pathway along the Olentangy River in 1975. By 1977 this Class 1 bike path was completed and also featured grassy open spaces, two neighborhood play areas, and neighborhood sports fields. In 1981 the Olentangy Tennis courts were added and in 2006 the path was extended an additional mile and now ends at Worthington Hills Park. For a map of these and other multi-use paths in Worthington and Central Ohio, please click on the links below.
Village Green Signs and Events
Non-profit groups in the Worthington area can apply to hold special events on the Village Green and use the signs on the Village Green to promote their upcoming activities. Permit applications must be submitted at least 3 weeks in advance. Click here to download a permit application and for more information.
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A guide to community giving
Community giving allows you the opportunity to give back to the community. In times of restraint, budgeted funds often provide only for essential services in the City of Worthington, which causes the the wellbeing of the community to diminish. Your generosity in a contribution will provide a great deal of satisfaction to you, the giver, and to the community. Listed below are many ways you may choose to donate. For more information contact us at (614)436-2743.
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Preschool
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Flying Colors- Disc Set
Striker Sheets (without the paddle)
Air Lites
Parachute Shot
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Fitness
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Parks
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String Trimmer
Backpack Blower
Stone Wall/Pavers
Lawn Roller
Rough Cut Mower
Mini Tiller
Hedge Trimmer
Chainsaw
Flowers with Planter
E Z - Reacher
Event Canopy
Cargo Carrier
Decorative Fence
Utility Vehicle
Resistograph
Pedestrian Bridge
Sports Lighting
Playground
Park Bench
Bleachers
Picnic Table
Event & Picnic Table
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$350
$400
$250
$625
$1,700
$329
$330
$450
$150 & up
$35
$250-$700
$229
$750 & up
$8,000-$12,000
$4,175
$20,000
$100,000
$11,000
$295-$750
$1,200
$479
$582
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Griswold Center
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Coffee Maker
Coffee Urn
Cordless Lapel Microphone
Commercial Ice Maker for Kitchen
Lap Top with Power Point Projector
Oneida Stainless Flatware
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$19.99
$222
$350
$1009
$2,540
prices vary upon selection
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