ACC Leisure Services Department

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Virtual Leisure Services

Socially Distanced but Still Connected!

Although some parks and facilities are not open, everyone can still enjoy programs - online!   Virtual Leisure Services offers variety of activities including cooking, fitness, gymnastics, and even puzzles!  

COVID-19


Leisure Services Reopens More Parks

On Monday, June 1 most parks and facilities including Lyndon Arts Center, Sandy Creek Nature Center, community centers, and athletic parks reopened under regular hours of operation with restricted use and limited public access.   A complete list of parks and facilities open to the public is available at www.accgov.com/leisure

The following restrictions are in effect for the immediate future:

• Facilities will operate with limited public access which is dependent upon occupancy, based on recommendations from the CDC.  

• Athletic fields and gymnasiums are open, but no competitive play is allowed due to social distancing concerns. 

• Pickleball and tennis courts are open.

• Dog park access is limited.

• Facility rentals are cancelled until further notice.

• Virtual programs continue at www.accgov.com/leisure

 The following areas remain closed at this time:

• Bear Hollow Zoo

• Morton Theatre

• Pools and splash pads

• Unsupervised amenities, including playgrounds, outdoor basketball and volleyball courts, and the beach at Sandy Creek Park.

Face covers are strongly recommended at indoor facilities and outdoors when social  distancing may be challenging. People are reminded to continue to limit close contact, practice physical distancing measures, wash or sanitize hands frequently, and follow group gathering and other guidelines per the governor's statewide executive orders.

For more information, visit www.accgov.com/leisure or call 706-613-3800.  
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