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DURHAM PARKS AND RECREATION
FACILITY & PARK RENTALS The calendar is currently open for 2013 facility reservations. The 2014 calendar opens on January 2, 2014. For more information on Durham picnic shelters, plazas and campsites, please contact the reservation office at (919) 560-4355, ext. 27202 or reservations@durhamnc.gov. Permits for picnic shelters, parks, campsites and plazas must be purchased by Tuesday at 5 p.m. for the remainder of the work week and weekend. Please note: All operational hours and rental fees are subject to change. For fees and other information, please visit www.DPRPlayMore.org, contact the reservations office at (919) 560-4355, ext. 27202, or reservations@durhamnc.gov.
PICNIC SHELTERS
Picnic Shelter Season: April 1-October 31
Durham’s parks and facilities serve as great sites for your next event, family gathering or concert. Many Durham parks offer picnic shelters on a “first come, first served” basis. By making reservations, you are assured of having the picnic shelter of your choice. Permits must be purchased by Tuesday at 5 p.m. for the remainder of the work week and weekend. Please see page 6 of Play More for a list of DPR parks. Those with picnic shelters are marked with an asterisk.
PARK RENTALS
Durham’s parks are great places to host your fun days, company picnics, family reunions and more. A park permit is required. Contact the reservations office at (919) 560-4355 ext. 27202 or reservations@durhamnc.gov.
TENNIS COURTS
Tennis courts can be rented for group play during certain times of the day. To reserve a tennis court, call (919) 560-4355.
ATHLETIC FIELDS
To reserve an athletic field, call (919) 560-4355.
RECREATION CENTERS
Planning a party and need a space for it? Gymnasiums, meeting rooms and kitchen space in our recreation centers are available to the public to rent. Keep us in mind when planning holiday parties, meetings, anniversaries, dances, church functions, reunions and wedding receptions. To reserve one of the following recreation centers, contact the center directly. Edison Johnson Recreation Center: (919) 560-4270 Holton Career and Resource Center: (919) 364-2750 I.R. Holmes, Sr. Recreation Center at Campus Hills: (919) 560-4444 Walltown Park Recreation Center: (919) 560-4296 Weaver Street Recreation Center: (919) 560-4294 W.D. Hill Recreation Center: (919) 560-4292
CAMPSITE INFORMATION
Parks and Recreation offers a variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation, including a year-round primitive camping area. Campsites are operated Durham Parks and Recreation and may be reserved by calling 919-560-4355, ext. 27202 to obtain a permit. Permits must be purchased by Tuesday at 5 p.m. for the remainder of the work week and weekend. All reservations are a made on a first come, first served basis. Lake Michie Recreation Area: Overlooking Lake Michie, this recreation area offers camping, boating (paved boat launch), fishing and trail hiking. The area has seven primitive campsites open year-round. Each site has a tent pad, grill and picnic table. No electrical hookups are available and campers should bring water and other necessities. Vehicular access to the campgrounds is limited. DIRECTIONS: Take Roxboro Road North (Rte 501); go approximately 12 miles; turn right onto Bahama Road; after 2.5 miles, take a left at the “Spruce Pine Lodge” sign. *Prior to use of the camping facility, a permit must be obtained from Durham Parks and Recreation*
OUTDOOR PLAZA LOCATIONS
With the completion of the downtown streetscape, Durham Parks and Recreation invites the community to enjoy the outdoor plazas (CCB Plaza and Durham Centre Plaza) nestled in the heart of downtown Durham. The outdoor plazas offer the perfect environment for meetings, receptions, banquets, parties, trade shows, concerts, expos and more! These plazas are centrally located to provide easy access to the surrounding communities to also enjoy after work socials or weekend events. Please consider DPR for your next outdoor event. • CCB Plaza - is located at the corner of Corcoran and Parrish Streets in downtown Durham – home of MAJOR, the big bronze bull. • Durham Centre Parking Garage Plaza – rooftop of the Centre Parking Garage on 300 W. Morgan Street. For reservations and rental prices, please call (919) 560-4355, ext. 27202 We support INCLUSION - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program. CR PC: City Resident, Play More Card; CR NPC: City Resident, No Play More Card; NCR PC: Non-City Resident, Play More Card; NCR NPC: Non-City Resident, No Play More Card