Parks & Recreation Department Launches 'Choose Your Parks & Recreation Adventure' Campaign July 16

To commemorate National Parks and Recreation Month, the City's Parks and Recreation Department invites community members to discover their next adventure with the launch of "Choose Your Parks & Recreation Adventure", a new year-round campaign designed to inspire exploration, connection, and community pride.

Beginning Thursday, July 16, community members can follow weekly Mission Briefings on the Evanston Parks & Recreation Facebook and Instagram pages. Each mission encourages participants to explore a park, visit a community center, discover a new program, meet the staff behind Parks & Recreation, or experience one of the many services and events the department offers. 

"Many residents know us for one park, one program, or one event," said Audrey Thompson, Director of Parks and Recreation. "This campaign is about inviting people to see Parks and Recreation through a new lens. We hope every mission inspires someone to explore a new place, try something new, or make a deeper connection with our community."

Monthly Adventure Giveaway

As part of the campaign, community members who complete a mission by commenting on or submitting a photo through the City's Parks & Recreation Facebook or Instagram pages will be entered into a monthly Parks and Recreation-inspired giveaway. Each month, one participant will be randomly selected from eligible entries submitted during that month's missions.

The First Adventure Begins July 16

Mission #001: Find Your Place kicks off the campaign, inviting community members to visit one of Evanston's eight community centers, discover something new, and share their experience. Follow Parks and Recreation's social media channels starting Thursday, July 16, for details. Then, stay engaged with a new mission every Thursday.

For more information about Parks and Recreation programs and facilities, visit cityofevanston.org/recreation.