FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Monday, June 29, 2020
M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation
Holiday Schedule for Independence Day 2020
RIVERDALE, MD – The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020. The Department facilities will operate on the following schedule this Independence Day, Saturday, July 4, 2020:
REGIONAL PARKS AND TRAILS | OPEN** (cookouts and gatherings, of 10 or more NOT permitted, until further notice) |
PLAYGROUNDS | OPEN |
OUTDOOR TENNIS COURTS | OPEN |
GOLF COURSES | OPEN |
PRINCE GEORGE’S TRAP AND SKEET CENTER | OPEN |
OUTDOOR POOLS | OPEN* (at reduced capacity) RESERVATIONS REQUIRED |
BOAT RAMP, CANOE, AND KAYAK LAUNCH DOCKS Bladensburg Waterfront Park & Patuxent River Park | OPEN** (w/ limited access) |
INDOOR POOL COMPLEXES | CLOSED |
HISTORIC SITES | CLOSED |
COMMUNITY CENTERS AND ARTS CENTERS | CLOSED |
SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTERS | CLOSED |
SPORTS FACILITIES | CLOSED |
* July 4 – Pools close at 4 p.m. Reservations required, w/PARKS DIRECT account at pgparks.com.
**All portable toilets and comfort stations at Cosca Park, Watkins Park, and Lake Artemesia as well as bathrooms at both Bladensburg Waterfront Park and Patuxent River Park will open Friday, July 3.
The M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation delivers an award-winning park system through progressive, innovative leadership and a commitment to the community and the environment in Prince George’s County. For more on the Department of Parks and Recreation, visit www.pgparks.com and stay connected on Facebook, Twitter, PhotoShelter, and Instagram. The Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities in all programs and services. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation.
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