Virginia Recreation and Park Society Honor Parks & Recreation Department with Two Awards
By: Orange County Communications Department
We are pleased to announce that Orange County Parks & Recreation was recognized with two Virginia Recreation and Park Society (VRPS) Awards at the organization ’ s recent annual conference in Norfolk, VA. VRPS awards recognize some of the Commonwealth ’ s best initiatives in the parks and recreation field. In the 25,001 – 50,000 population bracket, our department was honored with wins in the categories of Most Creative Marketing Strategy and Best New Renovation/Addition (Parks, Playgrounds, Blueways, Greenways, or Trails).
The Most Creative Marketing Strategy award recognized “ Our DogGone Fence ” at Skydog Orange Dog Park, which celebrates the memories of pets that have passed. By purchasing a memorial, patrons can honor their best friend with a permanent sign featuring the pet ’ s name, image, dates of life, and a heartfelt message. Funds raised help support Skydog Orange Dog Park. While recognized in the marketing category, it is much more than a marketing piece. It is an avenue for connection between past and future pets and patrons.
By honoring pets no longer with us, Our DogGone Fence participants help support a bright future for a location where
future pets can make memories with their families.
The second award, in the category of Best New Renovation/Addition (Parks, Playgrounds, Blueways, Greenways, or Trails), recognized the efforts to renovate the Courts at Locust Grove. Located at Locust Grove Middle School, the Courts now feature a resurfaced tennis court and four pickleball courts. Staff leveraged previously allocated resources for court maintenance in combination with a growing interest in pickleball. The result is a revitalized amenity that responded to resident interest and now receives much greater use than when it offered only tennis.
“ We are proud to have been recognized with these awards, ” said Tim Moubray, Orange County Parks & Recreation Director. “ Our dog park, pickleball courts, disc golf course, and other facilities have been created and renovated with our residents in mind to provide free, fun opportunities for their enjoyment, ” he added.
For more information, please visit www.orangecountyva.gov/parksandrecreation or call (540) 672 - 5435.
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