The purpose of this web page is to serve as a source for information about self-directed recreation opportunties. These opportunites are non-structured in nature and many of them are available for use at your own leisure. Usually the cost of participating is at a minimal or no fee.

Carrboro Recreation and Parks Opportunities:

Carrboro Historic Walking Tour

Drop -In Programs

Carrboro Parks

Sports Equipment Bag

Tackle Loaner Program

Additional Area Opportunities:

Carrboro Cybrary

Healthly Carolinians

Other Recreation Opportunities

The Town of Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department has created a self guided walking tour of Historic Downtown Carrboro. We invite you to download the brochure and map at the following link and spend an afternoon visiting some of the cultural and historical landmarks that make Carrboro unique! Large print editions are available upon request and are also available at the Century Center. For more information on the tour, please contact Brendan Moore .

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During the year, the Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department offers a variety of "Drop-In" programs. These programs range from Toddler's Playtime, -to Open Mic Nights for poets, -to music jams of various styles, -to Volleyball for adults.

These programs are listed in our program brochures and department web pages. These brochures are printed three times a year.

current issue (pdf)

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Eight parks or play facilities are conveniently located throughout the Carrboro community. From the 54 acre Anderson Community Park to the smaller neighborhood parks, Carrboro provides outdoor facilities for a variety of leisure experiences. You can enjoy the outdoors as you play horseshoes, tennis or softball, fish, frisbee golf, take a walk or have a picnic.
All park facilities (unless noted) are open from 7am until dark, except for lighted facilities, which close at 11pm.

Park Facilies (pdf) Adams Tract (pdf)

Course map (pdf)

Carrboro Recreation and Parks offers several equipment bag options to the general public. Eag bag rents for $10 plus a separate deposit for the value of the equipment. Bags are rented for one night or for the entire weekend.

Equipment Bag Rental Form (pdf)

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Offered in conjunction with the
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

Go fishing. It’s fun! You don’t even need your own stuff. Borrow a ROD and REEL, tackle box, and a bag of accessories for free! Return the ROD and REEL the next day.

Pond located at Anderson Community Park, off Hwy 54 west of Carrboro.

Free!

Tackle equipment is available through the Recreation and Parks office located in the Century Center.

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For information concerning the hours of the Carrboro Cybrary, and programs that are being offered, please click on the above icon.

For information on the Carrboro Branch Library, please click the following link:

Carrboro Branch Library at McDougle Middle School and the Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department coordinates the "Entertainment Adventures" program during the year.

The Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department is proud to be one of a network of agencies and citizens working together to promote health and wellnesss in Orange County. HCOC is currently developing and carrying out initiatives to address various health issues that were identified in the 2007 Commuity Health Assessment. To learn more- visit their web site

Eat Smart, Move More Orange County promotes increased opportunities for healthy eating and physical activity. This Health Promotion Committee of Healthy Carolinians of Orange County developed the plan for this program. The Carrboro Recreation and Parks will assist in encouraging individuals and families to approach what they eat and how much they move. Free material is available at their web site

Eat Smart Move More Maintain Don't Gain Holiday Challange

This year's challenge will run from -
November 23 through December 31, 2009.

Participation is free! The six-week challenge provides participants with tools, tips and ideas to help them maintain their weight throughout the holiday season. Each week, participants receive a free newsletter from Eat Smart, Move More NC in conjunction with downloadable activity logs, weight logs and food diaries. All of the promotional items you need to get ready for the Holiday Challenge (including customizable advertisements, articles and a Holiday Challenge guide) are available at their web site

Along with the Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department, the citizens of Orange County are fortunate enough to have two other Recreation and Parks Departments.

Both of these departments offer a variety of programs and park facilities.

The Chapel Hill RecreationParks and Recreation Department main office is located at:
200 Plant Road, Chapel Hill- (919) 968-2784

The Orange Co Recreation and Parks Department is located at:
300 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough- (919) 245-2660

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GET INVOLVED
Much of the vitality of life in Carrboro is due to the active involvement of citizens in the community. Volunteers of all ages regularly share their talents, skills, and ideas by planning or assisting with large events, serving on town advisory boards, or coaching a youth sports team. While some activities require the contribution of many hours others call for only a few hours of time. Not only can you share your talents, you can have fun, make new friends and discover more about your town.

"INVEST IN OUR COMMUNITY - BY LENDING A HELPING HAND"