Announcements & News

2024 Summer Camps - Registration is Open!


The weather is getting warmer, the sun is setting later, and that can only mean one thing - summer is coming! Registration for our 2024 summer camps is open! 
 
We have plenty of camp offerings this year including Everybody Loves P.E. Camp, Indoor Volleyball Camp, Outdoor Adventure Camp, Youth Basketball Camp, Youth Baseball Camp, and Youth Tennis Camp.
 
Click here for more information, or to register. 

Neuse River Senior Games

Registration is open for the 2024 Neuse River Senior Games! The last day to register will be Friday, March 15.
 
The registration fee will be $15.00 per participant and includes a t-shirt and meal at the Closing Ceremonies.
 
 If you are interested in volunteering at the 2024 Games, please click here to complete the Volunteer Sign Up Form.
 
For more information, click here. 
 
If you have any questions, email Andrew Kendall at akendall@cravencountync.gov, or call (252) 636-6606. 
 
 

Tennis Lessons


Interested in learning to play Tennis, or looking to improve your game? Our Tennis Lessons are a great way to get out and practice your swing! With lessons for kids through adults, we have options for all skill  and experience levels. To register, please head to the Programs Tab and select the appropriate class for you.
 
Questions? Please email Chris Worsinger at cworsinger@cravencountync.gov

Beginner Pickleball Lessons

Are you interested in learning to play the nation's fastest growing sport? Come check out our Beginner Pickleball lessons! These 2-hour clinics will teach you the rules, basic techniques, and let you practice the game under the guidance of a certified instructor.
 
Classes are for ages 13 and up. Those under the age of 16 will need to have a parent/guardian register for the class with them.
 
To register, click here.
 
For more information, please email Chris Worsinger at cworsinger@cravencountync.gov.

High School Volleyball Prep Clinic

Give your volleyball skills a bump to the next level! Our High School Prep Indoor Volleyball Clinic Series is designed to prepare 8th and 9th graders to play on their high school teams. With conditioning, skills drills, and game strategy, this clinic will help players of all calibers.
 
To register, click here.
 
For more information, please email Chris Worsinger at cworsinger@cravencountync.gov 

Spring Adult Co-Ed Kickball

Kickball is back! Registration for the 2024 Spring Adult Co-Ed Kickball season is scheduled to begin on Thursday, February 1. The team registration fee will be $225.00 and the last day to register your team will be Monday, April 1. Games will be played on Wednesday evenings at Creekside Park beginning Wednesday, April 17.
 
To register, click here
 
For more information, email Andrew Kendall at akendall@cravencountync.gov

Spring Adult Co-Ed Softball

Grab your bats and grab your gloves! Registration for the 2024 Spring Adult Co-Ed Softball season is scheduled to begin on Thursday, February 1. The registration fee will be $400.00 per team and the last day to register a team will be Monday, April 1. Games will be played on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Creekside Park and will begin on Thursday, April 18.
 
To register, click here.
 
For more information, email Andrew Kendall at akendall@cravencountync.gov

Adult Beach Volleyball League

The Spring 2024 Adult Beach Volleyball League is open for registration! Gather your team of 4 to 8 players and hit the sand with us this May. 
 
We offer two divisions so all ability levels have a place to play. Free Agents looking for a team are welcome to sign up, and we'll do our best to find a spot.
 
Team Registration fee is $75, due before the first game. Games are played Monday nights from 6:15-7:45, beginning May 6th.
 
To register, click here.
 
For more information, email Chris Worsinger at cworsinger@cravencountync.gov

Youth Beach Volleyball League


Come experience the fun of our Youth Beach Volleyball league! In addition to our middle school group, we're excited to offer an opportunity for continued play for high schoolers in 9th through 12th grades!
 
This league serves as an introductory league to beach volleyball, playing 4v4 with some modified rules. A Skills Evaluation will be held on Sunday, April 28th, followed by practices either Tuesday or Thursday evenings beginning May 7th. Games will be held Sunday afternoons, starting on May 19th. 
 
To register, click here.
 
For more information, email Chris Worsinger at cworsinger@cravencountync.gov

Spring Adult Golf Lessons

Grab your clubs and let's hit the green! Craven County Recreation & Parks is partnering with The Emerald Golf Club to offer Adult Golf Lessons this Spring. These lessons are for beginners as well as experienced golfers and will review fundamentals of the game including set-up, putting, chipping, pitching, full swing, rules, etiquette, etc.
 
Both sessions (one in April & one in May) will be held at The Emerald Golf Club on Monday evenings from 5:45pm - 6:45pm. Registration will be $75.00 per participant and $140.00 for two participants from the same family.
 
To register, click here
 
For more information, email Andrew Kendall at akendall@cravencountync.gov

Youth Intro to Beach Volleyball


Is your 1st through 4th grader interested in an introduction to the sport of beach volleyball? Then this program is for you! With a focus on the fundamentals of volleyball, we will help build a foundation to build on for years to come with this life-long sport.
 
Lessons will be held at Creekside Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 4:30-5:15. They will run from May 21st through June 13th. Program fee is $75.
 
To register, click here.
 
For more information, email Chris Worsinger at cworsinger@cravencountync.gov. 

Recreation & Parks Office

 
The Craven County Recreation & Parks office is located next to Creekside Park.
The address is 1821 Old Airport Road, New Bern, N.C. 28562.
Our office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, or you may call 252-636-6606.  

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