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  1. News & AnnouncementsStay informed and connect with the Parks & Recreation Commission
  1. Independence Lake Beach Photo

    Washtenaw County Beach Closed at Independence Lake

    Public Health Advisory: Independence Lake beach at Independence Lake County Park is closed to swimming due to high levels of E. coli bacteria. Independence Lake is in located in Webster Township at 3200 Jennings Road, Whitmore Lake. Read on...
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    From the Director - Washtenaw Road Commission Millage Renewal

    ANN ARBOR, MI – Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission (WCPARC) would like to thank the voters of Washtenaw County for supporting the Roads and Non-Motorized Millage: 2021 – 2024. Read on...
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    August 11 - Washtenaw County Parks Virtual Commission Meeting Instructions

    The Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission will be hosting a virtual commission meeting on August 11, 2020. The following article contains information on how you can join and participate in the virtual meeting. Read on...
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    Watkins Lake Network to Freedom

    WCPARC is proud to announce that Watkins Lake State Park & County Preserve has been awarded membership to the Network to Freedom program through the National Park Service for its connection to the Underground Railroad. Read on...
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    From the Director - Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

    ANN ARBOR, MI – Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission stands in solidarity with the Black community and peaceful protesters that have made their voices heard within our county and across the country. Read on...
  6. Independence Lake Beach Photo

    Independence Lake County Park Beach Guidelines

    ANN ARBOR, MI – The Independence Lake County Park beach, restrooms and outdoor pavilions will be opening on June 5, 2020 in alignment with Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s Executive Order [2020-110]. Read on...
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    Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission Updates, Guidelines, Park Use and Closures

    ANN ARBOR, MI – June 25, 2020, Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission has continued to update our policies, procedures and guidelines weekly based on Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s Executive Orders. Read on...
  8. Aerial of the Rolling Hills Waterpark

    Rolling Hills Water Park and Blue Heron Bay Spray Park Closed for Summer

    ANN ARBOR, MI – May 15, 2020, Rolling Hills Water Park at Rolling Hills County Park and Blue Heron Bay Spray Park at Independence Lake County Park, operated by Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission (WCPARC), will be closed for the summer. Read on...
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    Pierce Lake Golf Course Updates & Guidelines - June 3, 2020

    Pierce Lake Golf Course is open for the season! Please follow the new rules and guidelines to help keep visitors and staff safe, on and off the course. Read on...
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  3. Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center
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  1. Wed Aug. 12

    Nature Explorers: Dragonflies

  2. Thu Aug. 13

    Nature Explorers: Dragonflies

  3. Fri Aug. 14

    Yoga/Mindfulness Hike

  1. Sun Aug. 16

    Mindful 'Forest Bathing' Among The Oaks

  2. Fri Aug. 21

    Fairy Doors

  3. Wed Aug. 26

    Junior Naturalist: Tree Stories
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  1. Tue Aug. 11

    Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission

  2. Tue Aug. 25

    Agricultural Lands Preservation Advisory Committee (ALPAC)

  3. Mon Sep. 7

    Natural Areas Technical Advisory Committee (NATAC)
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Alerts

  1. Beach Closed until further notice- Starting August 6th 2020
  2. Blue Heron Bay Spray Park- closed for the 2020 season
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  1. Spotlight on WashtenawSpotlight on the Parks & Recreation Commission
  1. 2019 WCPARC Annual Report Cover

    2019 WCPARC Annual Report

    In 2019, the Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission (WCPARC) celebrated 46 years of providing outstanding recreation facilities and programs for residents and visitors. Read on...
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  1. Parks & Recreation Commission
    2230 Platt Road
    Ann Arbor, MI 48104
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    PO Box 8645
    Ann Arbor, MI 48107
    Phone: 734-971-6337
    Fax: 734-971-6386

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