About Parks & Recreation

Author:

Diana Powels Parks & Recreation Computer Support Assistant Parks & Recreation

Summary:

Parks & Recreation serves a diverse cross-section of citizens and visitors through the provision of programs, services, and facilities.

Published on:

1/1/2007

Last Updated:

6/28/2008

Yuma Parks and Recreation - Experience the Fun!

Parks & Recreation department logoOur Mission: "Enriching lives through quality programs, experiences, and facilities that preserve the past, provide for the present, plan for the future and promote the spirit of fun."

Our Vision:  To provide opportunities for learning and life experiences that enhance the physical, social, cultural, and environmental well being of our community. We serve a diverse cross-section of citizens and visitors through the provision of programs, services, and facilities.

The department consists of several areas that serve the public:

All of these areas reflect our efforts to continually contribute to the quality of life enjoyed by the citizens of Yuma.

Just So You Know

The Yuma Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to photograph facilities, activities, and program participants for potential future use. All photos will remain the property of the City of Yuma and may be used for publicity or promotion purposes.

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Things To Know

 
City of Yuma Puts Graffiti Busting Trailer on the Job

The new City of Yuma graffiti busting trailer hits the streets on November 15 in conjunction with one of four Take Pride in Yuma “Paint Outs” held throughout the year. Continued... 10/24/2008

"Moonlight" 5K Results

Everyone had a great time at the 5K Moonlight run held in October. Continued... 10/23/2008

2008-2009 5K & 10K Runs and Fun Walks

Participants of each City sponsored 5K & 10K run will be awarded points to determine the overall 2009 City Champions. All walkers participating in all 5 races will receive recognition at the end of the series. Fun Walks include a 5K and a 1 mile walk. Continued... 9/18/2008

Canoe Or Kayak The Colorado River

Plan a day or evening guided canoe or kayak trips down the Colorado River. Continued... 9/17/2008

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Featured Items

 
Fall & Winter Program Registration

Everything you need to know about Parks and Recreation upcoming programming is in our Fall/Winter guide. Registration begins for most programs, Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Continued...

A Dog Park in Yuma

The City of Yuma is currently looking into building a widely requested community dog park, and has been investigating locations around the City of Yuma for a suitable site. Continued...

More Creative Playground Pickets Available

We have 200 more pickets available for engraving! Continued...

Adopt A Park Bench

You, your organization or your business can fund a park bench in one of Yuma's parks. A park bench may also be placed in the park of your choice in honor of a loved one. All benches are a valuable contribution to the Yuma park system. Continued...