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Summer is ON! New this summer: Three cool kids program options!
- Camp Crates (Register NOW!)
- First week will be week of July 6
- Registration will open June 10
- $15 Residents/$18 Non-Residents
- Delivery is included for residents.
- Non-Residents can opt for either
- free on-site pickup
- $5 additional delivery fee
- Rec Club
- First week of programming will begin July 6
- Registration will open for participants previously enrolled in 2020 Camp Friendship Camping Company Day Camp programs at 10 am June 15; registration begins June 17 for everyone else.
- $15 residents/$20 non-residents
- Virtual Programs
- Stay tuned to learn about our new Virtual Programming Options!
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Register NOW for our new Summer Drive-in Concert & Movies Series, presented by KEMBA and Tina Wedebrook/ REMAX. (Schedule below.)
Friday Nights at Headley Park
(1031 Challis Springs Dr.)
Concerts Nights: 7-9 pm
Movie nights: 9-11 pm
CONCERTS (7 pm)
Friday, July 10: El Guapo
Friday, July 24: Pretty Filth
Friday, July 31: The Goldsberrys
Friday, August 14: “Stuck in the 70’s” with Flippo
Friday, August 28: Pop Gun
MOVIES (9 pm)
Friday, July 17: Ghostbusters (1984)
Friday, August 7: Onward (2020)
Friday, August 21: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
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Registration required in advance:
www.gahannasummerdrivein.eventbrite.com
With themes ranging from animals to music, water to space–our fun list of daily e-Rec activities will keep you and your family busy learning and having fun.
Every week, the Gahanna Parks and Recreation team prepares a list of resources on a different subject that includes videos, stories and hands-on activities that you can do at home with your family or with your friends. It’s a great way to learn, while getting creative and making new discoveries.
Be sure to check back often to see what we have in store for you!
Find a full list of daily activities and instructions!
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NEW Scholarship Program!
NEW this year, program scholarship opportunities are now available for all programming within the Gahanna Parks & Recreation Department. Download an application HERE.
Completed applications should be emailed to parksandrec@gahanna.gov
These scholarships are available thanks to the continued support of the Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation.
EXPLORE PARKS IN GAHANNA
There’s a park in Gahanna for you if you want to take a walk, fish, explore nature, escape the city-life, climb on a playground, play a sport, or just sit back and relax. Find your park here.
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UPDATE: Gahanna Summer Programming and Pool Operations
After significant consideration of Franklin County Public Health Commissioner Mazzola’s guidance, and after an extensive review of the required safety precautions that would be necessary to open pools, we regrettably have not found a path forward that would enable us to operate our swimming pools in a manner that would ensure the health and safety of our guests and staff while providing an enjoyable experience for swimmers and their families.
As a result, we have determined that, for the public safety, health and welfare of our patrons and staff, the most responsible decision is to not open Gahanna public pools for this season. Read the full update. (LINK)
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Mission Statement: The Mission of the Department of Parks & Recreation is to provide parks, trails, and recreational opportunities to all people of Gahanna so they can be healthy and well while they explore and learn in our community.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
200 S. Hamilton Rd.
614-342-4250
Hours: M-F, 8 am-5 pm
Welcome to the Senior Center, home of our Active Senior Programs!
We are proud to offer a variety of programs and activities to meet the growing needs and interests of our community. Get started with your membership today and begin participating any of our programs right away! We look forward to getting to know you.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Senior Center
480 Rocky Fork Blvd.
Active Senior Program Operating Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
614-342-4265
The Gahanna Swimming Pool and Hunters Ridge Pool are closed for the 2020 season.
After significant consideration of Franklin County Public Health Commissioner Mazzola’s guidance, and after an extensive review of the required safety precautions that would be necessary to open pools, we regrettably have not found a path forward that would enable us to operate our swimming pools in a manner that would ensure the health and safety of our guests and staff while providing an enjoyable experience for swimmers and their families.
As a result, we have determined that, for the public safety, health and welfare of our patrons and staff, the most responsible decision is to not open Gahanna public pools for this season. Read the full update. (LINK)
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
200 S. Hamilton Rd.
614-342-4250
Hunters Ridge Pool
341 Harrow Blvd.
614-342-4269
Gahanna Swimming Pool
148 Parkland Ave.
614-342-4272
Learn More About Gahanna Aquatics
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Water Safety Tips at Home: Staying Safe This Summer When Enjoying Lakes, Creeks, Backyard Pools/Water Features and Visits to the Beach
Do you know that drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death among children between 1-4 years old? And it’s the third leading cause of death among all children. Whether your kids will be swimming in a backyard pool, wading in a creek or headed to the beach–check this Water Safety Checklist to make sure you’re prepared to prevent drownings. The checklist is provided by Stop Drowning Now a national 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to save lives through water safety education.
Arts & Education!
Increase your knowledge and learn a new skill by participating in programs that focus on arts and education. Programs span a variety of interests and ages, from in-house Parks and Recreation programs to those run by third party organizations
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
200 S. Hamilton Rd.
614-342-4250
Hours: M-F, 8 am-5 pm
Summer Day Camp
Dear Camp Families,
Thank you for your patience as we work as swiftly as possible to evaluate plans for day camps this summer. The safety of young campers and employees/staff is our highest priority. After careful assessment of the guidelines from the Governor’s office for youth day camp operational limitations and safety protocols associated with the COVID-19 virus, we have made the decision to cancel Camp Friendship Camping Company programs in 2020. Unfortunately, due to the limitation on group sizes and modifications to programming that would be required to meet these operational guidelines, we have determined that we are not able to run these camps in a fiscally responsible way or meet the expectations of camp families. This decision applies to Camp Friendship, Camp Hannah, Nature Bugs and CORE.
We are still accepting registrations for our Special Interest Camps with Bally Sports Group and Columbus Children’s Theatre (July & August, only). However, there are also challenges to offering these programs, such as securing adequate space in light of restrictions on school building use through June 30 as well as updating overall policies and program activities to meet the State guidelines. Changes to locations and content of these programs may still occur. We will do our best to update enrolled families of any changes.
New This Summer!
Our recreation team has been hard at work developing alternate activity options for this summer. Visit www.exploregahannaparks.com for new information about Camp Crates, Summer Rec Club and virtual programs.
Should you have questions, please reach out to our staff at parksandrec@gahanna.gov or 614.342.4250.
Important Household Authorization
In order to ensure accurate contact information is up-to-date, verify Gahanna residency (if applicable), and verify camper names and ages, household accounts must be pre-authorized prior to purchasing spaces in our day camp programs. Please contact recreation staff using the email or phone number above to create, update, or confirm your household’s profile and authorize your account. Once authorized, you may purchase day camp spaces via the WebTrac online registration system or over the phone with recreation staff.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
200 S. Hamilton Rd.
614-342-4250
Hours: M-F, 8 am-5 pm
Gahanna Municipal Golf Course
Located along the serene Big Walnut Creek, the golf course is a challenging 9-hole course open March-November, weather permitting. Please call ahead or book your tee times online and arrive 10 minutes prior to your time. Tee times are not available during league play hours.
Gahanna Municipal Golf Course is OPEN, with online tee time registration preferred. This is open to current members and non-members.
As the health and safety of the community remains our priority, the following restrictions and precautions will be in place to best limit community spread and protect our staff and customers::
- Online scheduling or calling ( 614/342-4270) to book Tee Times is preferred. (Go HERE to Book NOW.)
- All members are required to check in at service window with ID and/or proof of purchase prior to play
- To cancel a tee time booked online, click on “Search” at the top of the page, go over to “Golf” and click on “Tee Time Cancel.”
- Do not arrive earlier than needed for your tee time.
- Riding carts and pull carts are available to rent. Both are sanitized after each use. With a limited number of carts, one may not be available for your tee time.
- Please clean trash out of your carts prior to returning them.
- Tee times are spaced out 10 minutes to accommodate an increase in walkers and to discourage stacking on tee boxes.
- Maintaining social distancing of no less than 6 feet for the duration of your time on the course
- Course is open 7–8 am ONLY for golfers 55+ Monday thru Friday. GENERAL PUBLIC hours are 8 am – 8 pm.
- No rental equipment after 6 pm.
- Bunker rakes and ball washers have been removed from the course.
- All transactions will take place through a service window connected to the Pro Shop.
- Pro Shop will be closed to entry (except for restroom facilities).
- Please do not participate if you are, or have been in close contact with someone, experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.
Golf League Participants
In order to adhere to the Stay Safe Order, all league play through the month of May has been suspended. These restrictions are temporary and will be re-evaluated as the COVID-19 situation progresses and as we receive more guidance from the Governor and the Ohio Department of Health. Necessary adjustments will be made to league schedules (extend or shorten league dates) and payments will be handled to reflect any adjustments made, as we work to get you back out on the course as quickly and as safely as possible.
If you have any questions, comments or other concerns please reach out via email at krista.johnston@gahanna.gov or phone at 614-342-4270.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Municipal Golf Course
220 Olde Ridenour Road
Pro Shop: 614-342-4270
Normal Hours of Operation: Seasonally 6:30 am to Sunset, Weather Permitting, and Excluding League Play
Get Active in Gahanna’s Great Outdoors!
Explore parks and neighborhoods throughout Gahanna on a connected bikeway or trail and enjoy the scenic views along the Big Walnut Trail. The Gahanna Department of Parks & Recreation maintains of the bikeways, nature trails and multi-purpose trails in Gahanna. These trails are located in many public parks within Gahanna, and the vast majority are paved, conveniently located near parking lots, and are handicapped-accessible.
NEW for Summer 2020: Gahanna Parks & Rec offers the opportunity to discover our water resources with a kayak and paddleboat rental program. Visit PaddleGahanna.com to reserve your location and time slot for a fun water adventure!
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
200 S. Hamilton Rd.
614-342-4250
Hours: M-F, 8 am-5 pm
Learn More About Gahanna’s Outdoor Experiences
Welcome!
The Gahanna Department of Parks & Recreation maintains park shelters available for public rental at Friendship, Hannah, and Woodside Green parks. Shelters are also available at Hunters Ridge Pool and Gahanna Swimming Pool. Indoor space is available at the clubhouse at the Gahanna Municipal Golf Course, and the Senior Center. Please contact us if you are interested in renting the Rotary Stage on the back, upper plaza area at Creekside Plaza overlooking the Big Walnut Creek.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
200 S. Hamilton Rd.
614-342-4250
Hours: M-F, 8 am-5 pm
Recreation & Sports
Get active with these programs designed to keep you moving all year long! Programs span all activity levels and ages, from in-house Parks and Recreation programs to those run by third-party organizations.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
200 S. Hamilton Road
614-342-4250
Trails & Bikeways
Explore parks and neighborhoods throughout Gahanna on a connected bikeway or trail and enjoy the scenic views along the Big Walnut Trail. These trails are located in many public parks within Gahanna, and the vast majority are paved, conveniently located near parking lots, and are handicapped-accessible.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
200 S. Hamilton Road
614-342-4250
Parks Projects
The Gahanna Parks Team works continuously on projects to improve our parks. You can keep up on the latest projects by viewing the list below.
Project Location
Fix and Paint All Dumpster Screens All
Paint All Park Entrance Signs All
Playground Mulch- In Progress All
Pressure Wash Shelters- In Progress All
Paint Geroux Garden Benches City Hall
Boardwalk Removal- Complete Creekside
Clean Out Room Behind Restrooms Creekside
Creekside Island Erosion Project Creekside
Get Creekside Irrigation Repaired Creekside
Water Wall LED Repair Creekside
Establish Creekside Island as arboretum Creekside
Make Watercraft Holder Friendship
New Concrete Pad for GaGa Pad- Complete Friendship
Build GaGa pit Friendship
Install New Bike Rack Friendship
Replace Grills Friendship
Repair Gahanna Woods Paths Gahanna Woods
Dredge Pond at #2 Tee Golf Course
Renovate Back Pond Trail Hannah
Repair Various Spots of Walking Path Hannah
Replace Grills Hannah
Reside and Reroof Irrigation Shed- Complete Headley
Improve Storm Water Swale Headley
Repair/Replace Split Rail Fence Headley
Install New Bike Rack Headley
Repaint Buildings at 110 Mill St Herb Center
Paint Front Gate Pizzurro
Paint Storm Riser Near Entrance Pizzurro
Relocate Portage- In Progress Pizzurro
Wood Chips to Pizzurro Pizzurro
Replace Rails Kason’s Way Deck- Complete Rice
Install Recycling Cans- Complete Sunpoint
Install Sunpoint Park Sign- Complete Sunpoint
Install Benches Big Walnut Trail
Repaint Pergola Veteran’s Park
Landscape Renovation Veteran’s Memorial
Install WSG drinking fountain Woodside Green
Make Watercraft Holder Woodside Green
Tape for Nature Play Area- Complete Woodside Green
Wall for Nature Play Area Woodside Green
WSGS Erosion Project Woodside Green South
Repair Blacktop BWT Vets Memorial to Gahanna Pool
CONTACT INFORMATION
Gahanna Parks & Recreation
200 S. Hamilton Road
614-342-4250
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