for wildlife. That, in and of itself, is
extremely important; but it also has great
impact on the crime rate and offers a safe,
inviting place to run, play, and socialize,”
he continues. “We live in an age where
people are searching for ways to be
healthier and more active and fi nd relief
from their stress, and our city’s parks and
recreation programs provide that.”
In addition to all the outdoorsiness of
the city parks, Play Pensacola manages 11
activity centers, two seasonal swimming
pools, tennis centers, golf courses,
playgrounds, sports fi elds, and basketball
courts. There are no shortages of reasons
to get out and play, and with more than
200 activities and programs crowding
the city’s calendar, playtime can really be
anytime…and for anyone. “Pensacola is
unique in the fact that we have 93 parks,
which is unusual for a city of our size,”
Cooper notes. “Because of that, most of
our citizens can enjoy living near a park
that’s clean, safe, and beautiful.”
Young or old, we all need our time
and place to play. We all need a way
to socialize and learn about the people
around us and the community we call
home; and by getting out there and
jumping in, you’re creating a connection
in a network far more interesting and far
more alive than the touch screen of your
social media page.
For more information on recreational
facilities, activities, events, and services
available in the City of Pensacola,
contact The City of Pensacola Parks
and Recreation offi ce at 222 West Main
Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502 or call
(850) 436-5670. To learn more online,
visit www.playpensacola.com.
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“We live in an age where people are searching
for ways to be healthier and more active and
find relief from their stress, and our city’s
parks and recreation programs provide that.”
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