About Us
Mission Statement
The mission of the Greencastle Parks & Recreation Department is to provide wholesome recreational opportunities, which reflect the interests and needs of the Greencastle community and to plan, acquire, develop, and maintain quality parks and facilities that will enhance the City of Greencastle.
Department Information
Toward its mission, the Greencastle Parks & Recreation Department is responsible for maintaining eight municipal parks, the Greencastle Aquatics Center and the People Pathways bicycle and pedestrian trails. The department also provides many recreational and cultural opportunities throughout the year for participants of all ages.
The parks & recreation department is governed by the Greencastle Board of Park Commissioners, which consists of four members appointed by the Mayor, along with three board liaisons from the Putnam County Library, Greencastle Community School Board and the Greencastle City Council.
The Greencastle Parks & Recreation Department is located inside the main entrance to Robe-Ann Park across the drive from the D.A.R. (Daughters of the American Revolution) log cabin.
- How do I sign-up or register for a program?
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Sign up or register for a program.
- How do I reserve a shelter?
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To reserve one of our park shelters, please visit this page for registration.
Look under the "Facilities" tab to see the various shelter locations and fees. For more information, please call the Mayor's Executive Secretary at 765-848-1515 or the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department administrative office at 765-653-3395.
- How do I register my children for swim lessons?
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To register for swimming lessons, please visit this page for registration. Look under the "Programs" tab or call the Greencastle Aquatics Center at 765-301-9110 (between May 15th and August 10th). Outside those dates, please call the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department administrative office at 765-653-3395.
- How do I reach the Aquatics Center?
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To call the Greencastle Aquatics Center, please dial 765-301-9110 (between May 15th and August 10th). Outside those dates, please call the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department administrative office at 765-653-3395.
- How do I reach the Parks & Recreation Department?
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Call the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department administrative office at 765-653-3395.
- How do I report a concern of criminal nature?
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To report a concern of a criminal nature or an emergency, please dial "911" or call the Greencastle Police non-emergency number at 765-653-3115.
- How do I report a maintenance concern?
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To report a maintenance concern in regards to playgrounds, shelters, or other park facilities, please call the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department administrative office at 765-653-3395.
How do I apply for a part-time seasonal position? To apply for a part-time seasonal position/job; please call the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department administrative office at 765-653-3395. Also, watch for job announcements on the employment opportunities web page.
- How do I apply for a part-time seasonal position?
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To apply for a part-time seasonal position/job; please call the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department administrative office at 765-653-3395. Also, watch for job announcements on the employment opportunities web page.