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May is Older Americans Month!
The 2026 theme, Champion Your Health, focuses on prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as cornerstones of healthy aging. County parks can play a powerful role in helping older Americans truly champion their health, not just by providing space, but by creating opportunities for consistent and meaningful wellness habits.
Time outdoors has been linked to reduced stress, lower blood pressure, and improved mood. Parks offer a natural, low-cost way to support mental and emotional wellness, which is just as important as physical health as we age.
County parks don’t just support healthy aging, they empower older adults to take charge of their health in ways that are enjoyable, sustainable, and rooted in community.
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Splashpad and Pool Opening
Preparations are currently being made for the opening of our splash pad and pool! Get ready to make a splash and cool off as we kick off the summer season with some refreshing fun.
Let the little ones cool off in our splash pad area which will be open from May 1 through September 30th. (Please note that there may be times the splashpad will be closed for maintenance or inclement weather.)
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Echo Farms Park pool, will open the weekend of Memorial Day (Saturday, May 23rd). Residents can purchase a day or season pass. Day passes are $2/child (17 & under) and $4/adult (18+). Season passes are available for $100/individual or $175/Family. We'll also have group fitness classes beginning the 2nd week in June. (We are currently working on scheduling.)
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Pages Creek Nature Walk
Join our environmental educators for a guided nature walk through Pages Creek Park Preserve! Discover the plants and animals that call this beautiful park home while exploring the trails.
Be sure to wear sturdy shoes, bring your water and your sense of curiosity. This event is perfect for curious kids and nature-loving grownups alike! Come walk with us on Tuesday, May 26th from 9:30am-10:30am. Pages Creek Park Preserve is located at 1215 Middle Sound Loop Road. Register Here.
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Summer Youth Clinics at Echo Farms!
Looking for a great way for your child to kick off the summer? Join us for fun and active tennis clinics at Echo Farms, led by the Greater Wilmington Tennis Association!
We’re offering two 4-week sessions designed for different age groups, both beginning Wednesday, June 10. Click the corresponding link below for more info and to register.
Little Echoes (Ages 6–9)
Big Echoes (Ages 10–14)
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Park Pop-Up
Park pop-ups are a drop-in program hosted by Airlie Environmental Educators! Each month we will bring different biofacts and resources, for guests to stop by and asks questions. Join us on May 8th from 9am-1pm at Long Leaf Park near the playground.
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