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Press Release

Klitzing Named Director of Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation

// Written By: Lindsay Labas
Carmel, IND (January 14, 2019) – The Carmel/Clay Board of Parks and Recreation has appointed Michael W. Klitzing as director of Carmel Clay Parks
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Press Release

“West Commons” Renamed to “Westermeier Commons” to Honor Retiring Director Mark Westermeier 

// Written By: Lindsay Labas
Carmel, Ind. (December 17, 2018) – After 15 years serving as director for Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation (CCPR), Mark Westermeier has announced
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Press Release

Offering Adaptive and Inclusive Programming

// Written By: Lindsay Labas
Carmel, Ind. (November 8, 2018) – Since its founding more than 25 years ago, Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation (CCPR) has made a concerted effort
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Recreation

Practice Makes Perfect Safety Sense!

// Written By: Sheryl Rodgers
Polar vortexes, rain showers and ice storms, oh my! This crazy weather may make it hard to believe that now is the time to think about your
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Culture

5 Reasons Students Love Working Here

// Written By: Jylian Vigar
Spending the summer lounging around and soaking up some rays is tempting. But, more tempting? A fun, rewarding summer job – that comes with a
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About Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation

We manage and maintain more than 500 park acres and numerous recreation facilities, including the Monon Community Center and The Waterpark. In addition, we have partnered with Carmel Clay Schools to establish Extended School Enrichment (ESE), a before and after-school care program for K-6 students located at all 11 Carmel elementary schools. The Summer Camp Series is a component of ESE that offers 12 different summer camps accommodating children ages 5-15.

Monon Community Center Your one-stop shop for health and wellness.
The Waterpark Your 3.5-acre aquatic experience.
Extended School Enrichment A before and after-school program open to all children enrolled in K-6 with Carmel Clay Schools.
Programs for Everyone! Offering recreation opportunities in sports, nature, enrichment, arts and crafts, and more.
Summer Camp Series Offering all day and half-day camps with themes including art, theatre, sports, nature and science.
Parks & Greenways Certified wildlife friendly and habitat friendly park system with 17 parks and greenways.