Explore + Learn

We serve the community, develop existing resources and create a sustainable future. View videos below to learn more about us or stay up-to-date on recent happenings by reading through some blogs and press releases.

Reimagining Parks since 1991. See + hear how.

Press Release

Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation Receives DNR Grant

10/29/2024 // Written By: Trudy Coler

The $25k grant will be used to plant trees and remove invasive species in Central Park Carmel, Ind. (Oct. 28, 2024) — Carmel Clay Parks
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Press Release

Extended School Enrichment (ESE) Celebrates 25th Annual “Lights on Afterschool”

10/23/2024 // Written By: Trudy Coler

Carmel, Ind. (Oct. 23, 2024) — Carmel Clay School students enrolled in Extended School Enrichment programs through Carmel Clay Parks &
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Press Release

Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation to Host Annual Sensory Friendly Trick-or-Treat Trail This Fall

10/17/2024 // Written By: Trudy Coler

A sensory-friendly event with no loud music, scary decorations, or costumes Carmel, Ind. (Oct. 17, 2024) — Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation
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Pickleball courts at the Monon Community Center.

Fitness + Wellness

The Many Benefits of Pickleball (And Why You Should Come Play at the MCC!)

10/17/2024 // Written By: Grace Fishback

It’s the sport that’s sweeping the nation: pickleball! A mix of badminton, ping-pong, and table tennis, pickleball was created in 1965 and has
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Recreation

5 Recreation Programs to Try This Fall at Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation

10/02/2024 // Written By: Grace Fishback

Are you looking for fun this fall? Maybe your toddler loves to paint, or your preteen wants to learn about nature. We even have some spooky (not
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Fitness + Wellness

How Group Fitness Classes Helped Margo M. Continue Adventuring After Retirement

07/23/2024 // Written By: Grace Fishback

MCC member discusses how group fitness classes have improved her everyday life, from kayaking to playing with her grandkids! After Margo M.
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About Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation

We manage and maintain more than 700 park acres and numerous recreation facilities, including the Monon Community Center and The Waterpark. In addition, we have partnered with Carmel Clay Schools to establish Extended School Enrichment (ESE), an after-school care program for K-6 students located at all 11 Carmel elementary schools. The Summer Camp Series is a component of ESE that offers 13 different summer camps accommodating children ages 5-15.