Parks & Rec. Dept. page

Charter Township of Orion
Oakland County, Michigan

Community Programs Department
Parks & Recreation Division

All Community Programs staff is now located at the Orion Center, 1335 Joslyn Road. If you want to register for a program in person, please go to the Orion Center.

To check on weather closures for our facilities, please check the following:
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Check out all the great special events, camps, programs and sports offerings: Programs/Events Program Registration Information Registration Form On-Line Registration Program Evaluation Form Facility & Field Use Information Refund Policy Community Sports Leagues & Organizations Township League Game Schedules Sponsorship Opportunities Advertisement Opportunity Park Partners 2011 Event Pictures Mission Statement Board & Committee Meeting Dates Orion Oaks County Park Permits Safety Path & Trails Information Schedule of Copy Fees
	Community Programs Dir:	Lisa Sokol, ext. 300
	Program Supervisor:	Jennifer Vezina, ext. 303
	Programmer:	Aaron Whatley, ext. 302
	Office Coordinator:	Lori Barton, ext. 306
	Clerk:	Renee Anderson
	Phone Number:	(248) 391-0304, ext. 305
	Fax Number:	(248) 391-0332
	Program Hotline:	(248) 393-7040
	General Email:	parksrec@oriontownship.org
	On-Line Program Registration Click here to register on-line!

Become A Park Pal (Youth)
Become A Park Patron
Adopt a Garden Program
Adopt a Park Program
Park Sponsor Information

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View pictures from different Parks & Recreation events and other miscellaneous photos - View Pictures

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Register Early: Be sure to register for classes as soon as possible. Quick registry will assure your spot in a particular program and it will also assure that the program runs. For your convenience, there are several ways to register for our programs. PLEASE NOTE: Children must be the listed age by the first day of class, and if you use on-line registration, please remember - the convenience fee is NOT refundable.
Register in Person, by Mail, On-Line, or use the Drop Box: Registrations by mail are accepted. Please send your check or money order made out to "Orion Township" with a completed registration. Mail to: Parks & Recreation Dept., 2525 Joslyn Rd., Lake Orion MI 48360. Please include your telephone number with payment. You can also come in and register in person between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or drop your forms and payment in the Drop Box located at the front (street side) entrance to the Township Hall. Credit cards are accepted for on-line registrations only with a convenience fee. Click here for a printable registration form. PLEASE NOTE: Children must be the listed age by the first day of class, and if you use on-line registration, please remember - the convenience fee is NOT refundable.
Refund Policy: Orion Township Parks & Recreation is constantly striving to provide you with excellence in recreational programs and services. We are confident that you will like these programs … so confident that we guarantee your satisfaction! If you are not satisfied with one of our programs, we will be happy to grant you a credit to another program. Refunds are only given for extenuating circumstances (illness, broken bones, etc). In the event of these circumstances, please write a letter to the Parks & Recreation Department explaining your situation and we will refund your fees (minus a $5 processing fee) as quickly as possible. Convenience fee for on-line registration NOT refundable.

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(Map) (Facility & Field Use Information)

Friendship Park, 3380 W. Clarkston Road, Hours: 8:00 a.m. to Dusk - Get together with family and friends at this 137 acre park. There is a majestic children's play structure, two full-size soccer fields, four baseball/softball fields, walking paths, and open space. The historic Porritt Barn (formerly located at the SW corner of Silverbell and M-24) was relocated to Friendship Park in 2000. We also have a beautiful Gazebo and a Pondless Waterfall.

Friendship Park Pavilion - The pavilion was an idea that started in 1999, and was completed in 2002. It was designed with the residents of Orion Township and surrounding areas in mind. The main features of the building include indoor bathrooms, a family bathroom, office space, kitchen area, meeting room and an outdoor pavilion with grills. Contact us for a rental reservation package and rates.

Civic Center Park, 2525 Joslyn Road, Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. - Come over and play on our cool ADA accessible playground complete with a Dragon slide. Join a sports league and utilize the park's seven soccer fields and four baseball/softball fields. We also have a sand volleyball court and two basketball courts. Picnic areas and grills are available for a summer get-together. The park also has a walking path and nature trail, perfect for a morning or evening jog.

Sheardy Pavilion in Civic Center Park - Rent the Sheardy Pavilion for your next outdoor event such as a birthday party, baby shower, or family reunion. Dates available are Monday-Sunday during the months of May-October. Contact us for a rental reservation package and rates.

McConnell Field (McConnell Road) - This is a great place to pick up a game of baseball or to just practice your pitch!

Gingell Nature Area, Maybee & Grafton Roads - This 40 acre wetland area is currently undeveloped. Future plans include adding an observation deck and trails for viewing wildlife.

Jesse Decker Park, Squirrel Road, south of Silverbell Road - This expanded park is home to a multi-purpose soccer field/football field, tennis courts, ball fields, walking paths, a picnic shelter, a playground, and a fabulous sledding hill. Hours: 8 a.m. to Dusk

Paint Creek Trail - This 10 mile trail begins in the Lake Orion area and runs through Orion and Oakland Townships to Rochester Hills and Rochester. It is perfect for hiking, jogging, riding a bike, horseback riding and observing nature. For the fisherman in your family, the trail follows Paint Creek, which is a designated Trout Stream. For more information, call (248) 651-9260 or visit their website at http://www.paintcreektrail.org.

Polly Ann Trail - Another of the beautiful and unique Rail-to-Trail paths that covers 32 miles from Orion Township to Lapeer. For more information, call (248) 969-8660 or visit their website at www.pollyanntrailway.org.

Safety Paths - Orion has 31 miles of seasonal safety paths. Hop on a path and have fun while you keep fit.

If you are going to bring a large group (20 or more) to any of our facilities, please come to the Parks & Recreation Department to fill out a Facility Use Form. This process will help us to inform other groups of use and to maintain the parks in the appropriate manner.

Evaluation Form
We want to know how we did, or if you have any suggestions.

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Mission Statement

We Create Community through People, Parks and Programs by providing recreation experiences, promoting health and wellness, protecting natural resources, fostering human development, strengthening safety and security, increasing cultural unity, facilitating related community problem-solving, strengthening community image and sense of place and supporting community development.

The Benefit of Parks & Recreation

"Jogging is good for your legs and your feet.

It's also good for the ground, it makes it feel needed."

- Snoopy (Charles M. Shulz)