Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation

09/17/2026

National Public Lands Day started in 1994 with just 700 volunteers and has grown into the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event dedicated to public lands. Each year, communities across the country come together to care for the parks, trails and natural spaces we all share. 🌿

Join us Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m.-noon at Flowing Well Park as we work together to remove invasive plants and help care for this special natural space.

A few hours. A little hard work. A lasting impact on a place that belongs to all of us.

Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

🔗 Link to register:

https://www.carmelclayparks.com/volunteer/

09/16/2026

September can feel like stepping into a natural reset. 🍁

Maybe that means getting back to a favorite class, walking the track, swimming a few laps or fitting in a quick cardio session.

No big overhaul required. Just a few familiar habits that help you find your fitness again, one step at a time. 👟

09/15/2026

It’s chic to be HIVE. 🐝

Holistic.
Inclusive.
Visionary.
Ecological.

We’re building more than parks, programs and places to play. We’re building community, creating connections and shaping spaces where people belong.

If you’re looking for work with purpose, people who care and a team that’s always thinking about what’s next…

Join our HIVE.

Explore careers with Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation.

🔗Link to apply:
https://www.carmelclayparks.com/work/

09/11/2026

The Well at Flowing Well Park has reopened!

Thank you for your patience while we completed the required water testing.

09/10/2026

Build confidence on two wheels with our Ride and Learn program! Participants will start with a quick lesson on cycling safety, trail etiquette and group riding tips before heading out for a guided ride on the Monon Trail.

📅 Saturday, Sept. 12
⏰ 10-11:30 a.m.
📍 Monon Community Center East
👟 Ages 7+
💲 $20 per family

Bring your bike, helmet and water, and get ready to put those new skills into action. One registration per family.

Register today! 🚴‍♀️

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/carmelclayparks/activity/search/detail/29414?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

09/09/2026

Start your morning with movement, fresh air and a little peace before the day gets busy. 🌅🧘‍♀️

Join us for Sunrise Yoga at the Park, an all-levels outdoor class featuring gentle movement, stretching and mindful breathing.

📍 West Park
📅 Thursdays in September: Sept. 3, 10, 17 & 24
⏰ 7–7:50 a.m.
💲 $15 per class or $45 for all four sessions
👤 Ages 16+

Bring a yoga mat and towel, dress for the weather and start your Thursday feeling refreshed.

Link to register:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/carmelclayparks/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=Sunrise%20Yoga&viewMode=list

09/08/2026

Waterpark season has officially come to a close! ☀️🌊

Thank you to everyone who visited us this summer. We hope you made some great memories, enjoyed plenty of sunshine and had a splash or two along the way!

We’d love to hear about your experience. Please take a few minutes to complete our Waterpark Survey. Your feedback helps us continue improving and better serve our community.

🔗Link to survey:

https://ccpr.formstack.com/forms/2026_waterpark_survey_

💦 Reminder splash pads in the parks will remain open through September 30, so there’s still time to cool off and play.

Thank you for a great season, see you next summer!

09/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day Weekend! We hope you’re able to get outside and make the most of these last days of summer fun!☀️

For the latest park updates, please visit our website, including more information about the closure of Hazel Landing Park and Bur Oak Bridge.

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COVID-19 information for Monon Community Center members, program participants, park users, Extended School Enrichment students, rentals, staff and public.

09/03/2026

POV: You just realized it’s the FINAL weekend at The Waterpark. 👀💦

Consider this your sign to squeeze in one more summer splash before we close for the season!

Open through Labor Day, Sept. 7. ☀️

09/02/2026

Get ready to make a splash! 💦🌿

Bring the family to Flowing Well Park for Family Creek Stomp, a hands-on afternoon of exploration and adventure. We’ll search for fish, frogs, insects, and other aquatic critters while learning about the important role creeks and streams play in our local ecosystem.

📅 Saturday, Sept. 19
⏰ 2–3 p.m.
📍 Flowing Well Park
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages
💚 FREE

Wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet and come ready to explore! Registration is required for each participant.

Link to register:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/carmelclayparks/activity/search/detail/29898?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true