Park District of Oak Park

75 Your tail-wagging companions have two places they can call their own: the recently opened Bark Park at the renovated Ridgeland Common Recreation Complex, and the Maple Park Dog Park, located just south of Harlem Blvd. and the Eisenhower Expressway (I-290). Year-Round Permits NEW! All Dog Park Passes are now valid for one calendar year from issue date! Fee for your first dog is $45, each additional dog per household (maximum of two more)is $5.00 per dog. A $10 refundable deposit is required when purchasing the proximity card. If you are renewing and have a card already, no additional deposit is necessary. How to Obtain a Permit - Limited permits available Permits are available for Oak Park residents only. They must be purchased IN-PERSON at either RCRC or the GRC - see hours of operation on page 4. Bring proof of residency with you to purchase! Requirements Owners must first register their dogs with the Village of Oak Park. When obtaining a permit, owners must provide a valid village dog license receipt including the license number. They must also provide proof of current vaccinations for rabies, distemper, kennel cough/bordetella, para-influenza and parvovirus. Lastly, proof must be provided of a fecal test for internal parasites. pdop.org. Benefits for Dogs and Owners Through required health screenings for dogs and security fencing, owners and dogs alike will enjoy a safe and healthy environment. Canines will have the opportunity to run and exercise off-leash, meeting new friends. The parks offer a great opportunity for owners to socialize with fellow dog lovers. So shake- off those fleas, register for a permit, and get ready to emBARK on a new adventure. Important Note A key-card access system is in place for dog park entry. All permit holders are required to bring their card to gain access to the facilities. Each dog park is maintained by PDOP staff and inspected periodically. Owners who are not complying with the rules of the dog park may be subject to fines up to $1,000. Maple Park Dog Park HOURS: Daily, sunrise to sunset Located on the Southside of town, the Maple Park Dog Park is a dedicated off-leash area on the northwest corner of Maple Park that covers approximately 12,000 square feet, and features a crushed granite surface, benches, an electronic entry system, and a water fountain just for the canines. Dog park permit required for access! Ridgeland Common Recreation Complex (RCRC) Dog Park HOURS: Daily, sunrise to 10pm Centrally located just south of Lake St. and Scoville Ave., our new dog park covers about 11,000 square feet and features a crushed granite surface, benches with shade structures, entry system, and water fountains for dogs AND humans! Dog park permit required for access. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Keep Our Parks Clean To reduce trash, keep our parks cleaner and increase environmental awareness and stewardship, the Park District has been working with our sports affiliates since 2009 to establish a Carry In/Carry Out Program during all sports events. We simply ask participants and spectators to take out whatever trash they bring into the park. We moved trash receptacles away from the fields and posted signs at the various playing sites. This program was initiated at one site and has grown to all Oak Park Youth Baseball/ Softball sites and all AYSO sites. We encourage all of our park patrons to follow the Carry In/Carry Out program. With our kids leading the way we can all be environmentally responsible. Please do your part to keep our parks clean. About Our Dog Parks - Permits Required DOGS IN OUR PARKS Advertise with us and expand your reach in Oak Park! Four times per year, the Park District of Oak Park's Program Guide is sent to every residence in Oak Park, totaling over 25,000 Program Guides delivered. The inside back cover and inside ads in varying sizes are available. The Park District also offers sponsorship opportunities for various events and programs throughout the year. For information on these and other sponsorship and advertising programs, contact Joanna Skubish, Sponsorship Coordinator at joanna.skubish@pdop. org or (708)725-2039. Questions? Contact Bill Hamilton at 708-725-2304 or via e-mail at bill.hamilton@pdop.org (708) 725-2000, open M-F 8:30am-7pm, Sa & Su 8:30am-5pm www.pdop.org

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