It's amazing how much Parks and Recreation benefits our community. We benefit the Individual through:

• Eliminating boredom and loneliness
• Increasing self esteem and self reliance
• Instilling a sense of social belonging
• Providing a longer and healthier lifestyle
• Reducing the risk of stress-related diseases

Community

We benefit the Community through:

• Connecting families
• Enhancing cultural understanding
• Reducing crime and delinquency
• Supporting people of all ages

Economy

We benefit the Economy through:

• Increasing tourism dollars
• Increasing and enhancing land and property values
• The retention of local businesses
• The reduction of vandalism and crime

Environment

We benefit the Environment through:

• Cleaner air
• Cleaner water
• Conserving our natural resources
• Preserving wildlife
• Protecting ecosystems
• Reducing pollution

Parks and Recreation does more than provide leisure venues and activities in the park, we also provide a "lifetime of memories."

Remember

• Digging in the sand under the slide?
• Fighting the ants while eating an outdoor picnic with your family?
• Hitting the game winning single?
• Meeting your friends at the park swing set?

Blaine Parks and Recreation is proud to be a part of these memories, and we look forward to offering more opportunities for your friends and family to live a longer and healthier life in our beautiful community.