Clarksville Demonstrates How Going OUT is IN at Community Parks and Recreation this July
July 3, 2014
Month-long celebration highlights value of Parks and Recreation for local communities
Clarksville, TN – If you’re feeling cramped and like you don’t get to spend enough time outside, you’re not the only one.
Nearly three in 10 U.S. adults do not spend time outside on a daily basis and of those who do, almost half spend less than 30 minutes in the fresh air according to a new survey released by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs.
OUT is IN – Park and Recreation Month
City of Clarksville opens North Ford Street Mountain Bike Trail Park
June 30, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville cut the ribbon on the North Ford Street Mountain Bike Trail Park during a short ceremony on Saturday.
The new park consists of a 2.2-mile, advanced-level trail loop designed for experienced mountain bikers. The 2.2 miles is only the beginning as eventually the Park will have miles of trail designated for advanced, intermediate, and novice riders. It is anticipated that another ¾-miles will be open by mid to late August, as trail development continues weekly.
Mark Tummons, the Director of the Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation took a few minutes to speak with Clarksville Online about the new trails after the ribbon cutting ceremony.
The ribbon was cut by Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, Clarksville Department of Parks And Recreation Director Mark Tummons, City Councilman Gino Grubbs, Drew Sanford who led the construction, along with members of the COGS Mountain Bike Club who provided volunteer manpower.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to open Ford Street Mountain Bike Trail Park
June 18, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to the Ford Street Mountain Bike Trail Park on Saturday, June 28th to celebrate the official grand opening of the newly constructed mountain biking trail park.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to open Ford Street Mountain Bike Trail Park (photo courtesy city of Clarksville)
Edith Pettus Park’s brand-new Splash Park is now open
May 23, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The brand new Splash Park at Edith Pettus Park, located at 345 Farris Drive, now welcomes visitors!
The Splash Park Grand Opening took place today, May 23rd at 1:00pm with neighborhood residents and city officials cutting the ribbon to officially open the park to the public.
New Splash Park at Clarksville’s Edith Pettus Park opened Friday.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Wins Award for its First-ever Kids Triathlon
December 2, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department received a Four Star Award at the Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association (TRPA) at this year’s state convention held in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Founded in 1952, the TRPA is a professional society of more than 1,200 individual and agency members interested in the recreation and parks movement in Tennessee. The TRPA is involved in lobbying, education and scholarships related to the field of parks and recreation. [Read more]
City of Clarksville seeks public input on Greenway
October 10, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Parks & Recreation department invites the citizens of Clarksville to a Public Input Workshop, Tuesday, October 15th, 2013 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm at the Parks and Recreation Office Conference Room located at 104 Public Square.
Clarksville Greenway bath house.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation gives Billy Dunlop Park a facelift
October 1, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, September 28th, 2013 the City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation partnered with Freudenberg Filtration Technologies of Hopkinsville, Kentucky to complete a Company Service Project at Billy Dunlop Park.
The project consisted of replacing the gravel that covers the playground with a softer wood mulch, clearing out brush near the walking bridge and painting a fence.
Billy Dunlop Park receives a facelift Saturday
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Billy Dunlop Park to get facelift this Saturday
September 26, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation has partnered with Freudenberg Filtration Technologies of Hopkinsville, Kentucky to complete a Company Service Project at Billy Dunlop Park on Saturday, September 28th, 2013.
The project will consist of replacing the gravel that covers the playground with a softer wood mulch and clearing out brush near the walking bridge. [Read more]
Clarksville Hosts Second Annual Sports Festival
March 19, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation held its second-annual Clarksville Sports Festival on Saturday, March 17th, at the Foy Fitness Center on the campus of Austin Peay State University. The day-long festival was a celebration of sports and athletics in Clarksville and Montgomery County and featured not only clinics, sports demonstrations and interactive areas, but also seminars and even an exposition area where over 20 of Clarksville and Montgomery County’s athletic and outdoor clubs, businesses and organizations provided information to the community.
Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation Director Mark Tummons congratulates members of the Clarksville Badminton Club on their victory
Clarksville Civil War Round Table Gives Check to Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department
November 18, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Wednesday, November 16th, the Clarksville Civil War Roundtable, presented a check in the amount of $800.00, to the City of Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department at their monthly meeting.
The money will be used to purchase a picnic table to be placed along the path below the Fort Defiance Interpretive Center.
Clarkville Civil War Roundtable presents Clarksville Parks and Recreation with a $800.00 for a picnic table at Fort Defiance Interpretive Center. (L to R) Greg Biggs, Clarksville Civil War Roundtable; Mark Tummons, Clarksville Parks and Recreation Director and William Parker, Fort Defiance Historical Interpreter.
