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Posted on: March 20, 2023

Egg Hunts and More at Parks

Children at a Easter Egg Hunt

On Saturday, April 1, join the Easter Bunny for egg hunts and more fun.

  • Bensley Park, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Road, noon - 4 p.m.: Join the Ride On Cannon Foundation and Parks and Recreation for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Extravaganza. Meet the Ea...
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Posted on: March 6, 2023

Are Leprechauns Visiting the Parks?

leprechaun bag of gold

Based on a tip from an Irish fellow, we believe that leprechauns are visiting Chesterfield County in March, looking for places to hide their gold. Since the pot of gold is found at the end of the rainbow, parks seem logical places for hiding the loot. Bec...
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Posted on: March 1, 2023

Work for Us

Fun in the Sun Camp

The Parks and Recreation Department recruits and hires year-round. Positions include full time and part-time staff for recreation centers, summer camps, facility supervision, and parks maintenance. We encourage those with an interest in parks and recreati...
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Posted on: September 9, 2022

Trail Closure at Dutch Gap Conservation Area

Dutch Gap Conservation Area Trail Closure Map

A portion of the loop trail at Dutch Gap Conservation Area will be closed from Sept. 15, 2022 until April 1, 2023. See map of trail closures and signage.

Trail users will still be able to access the peninsula by hiking clockwise on the trail. Trail users h...

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