Recreation

The Recreation Department coordinates a wide range of programs and events under the guidance of the Recreation and Community Relations Committee and the supervision of the Director of Recreation and Parks. The Committee is chaired by a Council Member appointed by the Mayor and includes two additional Council Members.

The Department is supported by a dedicated team that includes a Recreation Events Coordinator, a Recreation Leader, and additional staff as needed.

In addition to community events, the Committee oversees the Borough’s Panther youth sports programs, offering Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, and Cheerleading for Woodland Park children in grades K–8. Teams compete with neighboring towns such as Little Falls and Totowa. Registration is available through CommunityPass.

Programs and events are funded through the municipal budget, with additional support provided through donations from local businesses. The Recreation Department also operates a popular Summer Camp each year, funded entirely through camp registrations.

The Recreation Department proudly serves local families by overseeing the Before School and After School Care programs in all four of the Borough’s public schools.

If your:

• business wishes to donate money, food or supplies for an event, or
• your organization wishes to participate in the Memorial Day Parade or be a vendor on Woodland Park Day, or
• your band wants to perform at a Concert In The Park,

Call (973) 345-8100 x213 or email recreation@wpnj.us.