Explore Manchester's Parks & Recreation: Fun for All Ages & Interests
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The Manchester Parks & Recreation Department oversees the maintenance of eight parks, including the Kramer Aquatic Center. The department is responsible for a variety of outdoor amenities such as bikeways, walkways, and trails, which are accessible all year around. The Kramer Aquatic Center is generally open Memorial Day through mid-August. Features of the Aquatic Center include 3 water slides, a diving board, zero-depth entry, spray fountains, a sunbathing area and concessions. Additionally, the Parks & Recreation Department also plans and manages a diverse programs catering to all age groups, from preschool children to active older adults, ensuring that the community has access to engaging and recreational activities throughout the year. Registration forms are available online for many of the programs and activities. Please call Parks & Recreation Doug Foley at (563) 927-1118 for the latest program information. Visit the link below to view ALL registration forms including programs, camps, swimming lessons, etc.
STRATEGIC PARK PLAN In 2024 the Parks and Recreation Commission partnered with MSA Professional Services to devise a long term strategic park plan. This document allows the City and the Parks and Recreation Department to take an overhead view of the Parks and Facilities in Manchester. The Park Plan highlights strengths, weaknesses and helps to create a vision of what the parks system may look like in the next 20 years and a road map of how to get there. EMPLOYMENT Click one of the links below to download an application form that you can print out and mail in or drop off at the office. |
