Parks & Recreation

NOTICE: The Community Center elevator sustained water damage. It will not go to the top floor (serving room, large meeting room and club room) There are two flights of stairs to reach the top floor. Those with mobility concerns may find it difficult.


Mission Statement

The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all Chatham Residents, by striving to provide the best recreational programming and park facilities possible.

Responsibilities

The Parks and Recreation Department is a service-based department. We work interactively with local and regional sports associations, school departments, other town departments, individual town residents, other Park and Recreation departments, churches, and private organizations. Parks and Recreation are responsible for soccer fields, ball fields, tennis courts, beaches, skateboard parks, picnic areas, children's play areas, and summer programs.

Program Registration

Adult and children's program registration is available through the Community Center's website.

Helpful Documents

  1. Chatham Beach Preparedness (PDF)
  2. Lighthouse Beach Brochure June 2012 (PDF)

Rules & Regulations

  1. Beaches & Parks Smoke Free (PDF)
  2. Permission to Use Application Form (PDF)
  3. North Beach Island Rules (PDF)
  4. Park Recreation Rules Regulations (PDF)
  5. North Beach Island General Rules And Regulations Proposed 8-11-21 (PDF)

Chatham Grist Newsletters

  1. Chatham Grist Newsletter August 2011 (PDF)
  2. Chatham Grist Newsletter January 2011 (PDF)
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