The Parks & Recreation Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Public Services offers year-round seasonal recreation opportunities. With each season come new opportunities and events in which to participate.
2012 Summer Fun in the Parks!
The Summer Recreation Brochure is now available online, and will be included with the May Portager.
2012 Angling Adventures camps
Now is the time to register your young fishing enthusiast for the Angling Adventures camps held at Ramona Park. The information flyer will give you all the details and the registration form is needed to enroll your child.
Kalamazoo Kids on Stage for 2012
Get Active Portage! 2012
The City of Portage announces “Get Active Portage! 2012” on August 11 sponsored by the Portage Park Board, Spirit Racing LLC and Lee’s Adventure Sports. “Get Active Portage! 2012” is a celebration of health and wellness in our community, and will take place in Ramona Park, located at 8645 Sprinkle Road. Print a free vehicle parking permit for this event.
The event begins with Ramona Park Youth Triathlon at 9:00 a.m. (registration begins at 8 a.m.) for ages 6-9 and 10-13. This event challenges young athletes in swimming, biking and running. The third annual Paddle Fest will occur on Long Lake. On-site registration begins at 10 a.m. and the first race will launch at 11 a.m. These races are geared for all abilities. The registration fee is $10 per race participant and will be divided by age with trophies to top finishers.
The Ramona Park Health Fair runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. providing opportunities for interaction with area health and wellness vendors to promote healthy lifestyles. Participants can find out about the numerous opportunities provided in the Portage area.
Come and enjoy the fun! Volunteers are needed! Please contact the Parks & Recreation Division at (269) 329-4522.