Announcements & News

2024 Fall Tennis Lessons

Calling all soon-to-be Tennis Pros! Craven County Recreation and Parks is offering Youth and Adult Tennis Lessons for the Fall! These lessons are divided into multiple age groups and ability levels, so there is sure to be a place for you!
 
Lessons are held on Mondays from September 9th through Oct 14th at Creekside Park (1821 Old Airport Rd).
 
To register, please click on the Program Tab above. 

Kayak 101


The waterways of Craven County are one of our best natural resources, but exploring them safely requires knowledge and planning. Our Kayak 101 course is designed to prepare those new to kayaking with all of the knowledge and skills necessary to enjoy our creeks, rivers, and sounds.

To register for this program, please visit the Programs tab above.

Beginner Pickleball Clinics

Are you interested in learning to play the nation's fastest growing sport? Come check out our Beginner Pickleball Clinics! 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.

Adult Co-Ed Kickball League


Registration is open for the 2024 Fall Adult Co-Ed Kickball season! The team Registration Fee is $225.00 and teams are guaranteed to be scheduled for 8 regular season games.
 
Games will be played on Tuesday evenings at Creekside Park. The last day to register a team will be Thursday, August 1.
 
To register, head to the 'Programs' tab above 

Adult Beach Volleyball League

The 2024 Fall Craven County Recreation Adult Beach Volleyball League is open for registration! Following a record-setting spring, we're excited to see continued growth and participation in these programs. This league is for players 16 and up to come enjoy friendship and competition on the volleyball court. 
 
Games are played on Monday evenings from 6:15 to 8:00 at Creekside Park. Teams are coed, allowing no more than two men on a side at a time. For important dates and fees, please see the attached flyer, and head to the Programs Tab above to register. 

Fall Adult Co-Ed Softball League


Registration is open for the 2024 Fall Adult Co-Ed Softball season! The Team Registration Fee is $400.00 and teams are guaranteed to be scheduled for 9 regular season games.
 
Games will be played on Thursday evenings with the possibility of games on Tuesday evenings as well. The last day to register a team will be Thursday, August 1.
 
To register, head to the 'Programs' tab above.

Everybody Loves P.E. Camp

Come have some fun at Everybody Loves P.E. Camp! There are multiple sessions scheduled at Brinson Memorial Elementary as well as Vanceboro Farm Life this summer. At Everybody Loves P.E. Camp, campers will spark a love for physical activity, develop skills and confidence, and make lifelong friendships!
 
Fore more information, or to register for camp, please click here


Indoor Volleyball Camp


Bump, set, and spike your way to fun this summer! Craven County Recreation & Parks' Youth Indoor Volleyball Camp is back again!
 
Campers will learn the rules of indoor volleyball, ball control, serving, rotations, and more! Fore more information, or to register, please click here

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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