FEATURE: Parks, Recreation and Open Space Launches New Web Site

9/3/2009

Wake County has launched a new Web site, WakeGOV.com/parks, where citizens can find information about all seven County parks. The new site will make it easier for visitors to find park locations, programs, services and amenities offered throughout the year at Wake County parks.

Wake County hosted nearly 1 million visitors last year at the seven parks it operates, including American Tobacco Trail, Blue Jay Point County Park, Crowder District Park, Harris Lake County Park, Historic Oak View County Park, Historic Yates Mill County Park and Lake Crabtree County Park. The Open Space program is a national award-winning, preservation program designed to acquire and protect Wake County’s undeveloped land.

The launch of WakeGOV.com/parks coincides with Take a Child Outside Week (TACO), September 24-30, 2009. TACO week is a national program designed to encourage youth to get outdoors to explore, enjoy and appreciate nature. More information about Take a Child Outside Week is available on the Wake County Parks Web site.

The mission of Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space is to provide outdoor recreation and educational opportunities, while promoting environmental and cultural stewardship through a managed system of parks and open spaces.

 

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