PBC Parks and Recreation

PBC Parks and Recreation Mission
Providing opportunities for healthy, happy living through award-winning parks, inclusive experiences and environmental stewardship.

The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department, nationally accredited through CAPRA, is recognized for excellence in park and recreation management and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. Vision
To be a nationally recognized parks and recreation leader that connects people and parks by:
- Engaging all members of our diverse community,

- Ensuring safe, functional and innovative amenities now and in the future,
- Continually developing professional, well trained staff that mirrors our community,
- Being the premier outdoor recreation destination in South Florida,
- Forming strategic relationships to ensure local access to green space,
- Exceeding the national average of park land per capita, and
- Advancing services through the incorporation of new technologies

Core Values
- A culture of teamwork
- Excellent customer service
- Demonstrating a high level of integrity and pride
- Fiscally responsible

Core Services
- Ensure access to beaches and water bodies
- Facilitate health and wellness opportunities
- Provide for youth enrichment, sports/athletic programming and facilities
- Promote stewardship of natural, archaeological and cultural sites
- Provide for trails, open space and picnic facilities

Check out beach/park cleanup highlights from our Adopt-A-Park partners for April 2026 - way to go! Learn about our Adopt...
05/14/2026

Check out beach/park cleanup highlights from our Adopt-A-Park partners for April 2026 - way to go! Learn about our Adopt-A-Park program at pbcparks.com (under Volunteer Opportunities)

[Alt text: Image of a bamboo grove in front of a blue sky. On-screen text: “April 2026, Palm Beach County Adopt-A-Park Partners, hosted 28 cleanups, 1,468 volunteers, donated 3,620 hours of service, removed 3,096 pounds of litter from our parks and beaches.” Palm Beach County seal with text Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners underneath it, Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo and Adopt-A-Park logo are at the bottom.]

Animal Encounters - Meet the AnhingaDid you know? Anhingas lack the waterproofing, oil-producing gland that many birds h...
05/13/2026

Animal Encounters - Meet the Anhinga

Did you know? Anhingas lack the waterproofing, oil-producing gland that many birds have, allowing them to be more buoyant in the water. As a result, when the Anhingas come out of the water, they will find a perch and spread their wings out to dry.

They live in freshwater habitats, including marshes, swamps, ponds, rivers, lakes, lagoons and anywhere there is slow, shallow water and plenty of trees or places where they can perch.

Anhingas eat mostly small to medium wetland fish and sometimes invertebrates.

They like to dive down under the water and stalk their prey, using their beak like a spear to pierce the sides of fish.

Watch the episode on PBC Parks TV on YouTube.

[Alt Text: Orange graphic featuring text and images of Anhingas, used to share information about wildlife.]

NOTICE: A swim advisory is currently in effect for DuBois Park. Stay connected with us for updates. For more information...
05/12/2026

NOTICE: A swim advisory is currently in effect for DuBois Park. Stay connected with us for updates. For more information on the Florida Healthy Beaches Program, visit the Florida Department of Health website: https://www.floridahealth.gov/community-environmental-public-health/environmental-public-health/water-quality/aquatic-toxins/beach-water-quality/

[Alt text: Graphic with the swim advisory information next to an orange warning icon in a white box on a green background. Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo appears at the top.]

Discover a park near you with the link in our bio or by clicking below!bit.ly/PBC-Park-LocatorImage 1: Water surrounded ...
05/11/2026

Discover a park near you with the link in our bio or by clicking below!

bit.ly/PBC-Park-Locator

Image 1: Water surrounded by grassy green hills, blue sky with soft white clouds. On-screen text: “’Are you okay?’ YES! Because I have access to all of this when I need to recharge.” In the bottom corners, text reads “Dyer Park” on the left and PBC Parks logo on the right.

Image 2: Winding downward road leading to open, clear blue lake water. Clear blue skies. On-screen text: In the bottom corners, text reads “Paul Rardin Park” on the left and PBC Parks logo on the right.

Image 3: Small lake in the foreground, walking trail surrounded by grass and trees in the background. On-screen text: In the bottom corners, text reads “Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park” on the left and PBC Parks logo on the right.

Image 4: Winding path of water, trees on either side. Two non-descript kayakers in the distance. On-screen text: In the bottom corners, text reads “Mayor Karen J. Golonka Island Park” on the left and PBC Parks logo on the right.

Image 5: Dense pine flatwood consisting of cabbage palms and pine trees bordering walking path. On-screen text: In the bottom corners, text reads “Loxahatchee Groves Park” on the left and PBC Parks logo on the right.

05/08/2026

Make a splash safely this summer!

Join Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation for World Water Safety Day on May 16 from 11 AM – 2 PM at Aqua Crest Pool in Delray Beach for a fun, family-friendly afternoon focused on saving lives and staying safe around water.

Enjoy FREE admission and hands-on activities like CPR and rescue demos, lifeguard demonstrations, lifejacket fittings, sun safety tips, aquatic obstacle courses, and more — plus a special appearance by Oakly.

We’ll also have FREE popcorn, field games, door prizes, and more.

Special guests include community partners dedicated to keeping Palm Beach County safe in and around the water.

[Alt Text: Video features Kevin, Aquatic Programs Coordinator, speaking directly to camera throughout, sharing water safety information. Between his on-camera segments, video shows beach scenes with people swimming, families enjoying the shoreline, and point-of-view shots from a boat moving across the water. The visuals support his message about staying safe in and around water. Video ends with the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo and below that logo is the Palm Beach County seal with text Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners underneath it.]

West Boynton community members and county officials celebrated the completion and opening of two new multi-sport turf fi...
05/07/2026

West Boynton community members and county officials celebrated the completion and opening of two new multi-sport turf fields at West Boynton Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 6. The new fields enhance recreational opportunities, expand athletic programming and improve access to high-quality facilities for residents and visitors in the community.

This project reflects our continued commitment to providing high-quality, accessible recreational spaces for the community. With the synthetic turf fields now available, the park can host more games, tournaments and large-scale athletic events, further enhancing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors.

Learn more about West Boynton Park and Recreation Center at pbcparks.com.

Image 1: Group of people, including Palm Beach County officials, Parks and Recreation Department staff and West Boynton community members, cut a ribbon on the multi-sport turf field at West Boynton Park and Recreation Center

Image 2: Children participating in a sport related activity on the multi-sport turf field at West Boynton Park and Recreation Center

Image 3: Two people playing a giant connect 4 in a row game together, an activity part of the PBC Parks mobile recreation van, The PlayMaker

05/04/2026

Sometimes all you need is a walk in the park to clear your head. Follow where the path leads — PBC Parks are waiting to brighten your day!

[Alt text: A video shows a woman walking and then entering a bright, sunny Palm Beach County park. She smiles and enjoys the green space. Video ends with the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo and below that logo is the Palm Beach County seal with text Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners underneath it.]

NOTICE: The swim advisory has been lifted for DuBois Park.[Alt text: Graphic with the swim advisory information in a whi...
04/30/2026

NOTICE: The swim advisory has been lifted for DuBois Park.

[Alt text: Graphic with the swim advisory information in a white box on a blue background. Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo appears at the top.]

From events and programs to ways to get involved with us, there’s something for everyone this month. View the full newsl...
04/30/2026

From events and programs to ways to get involved with us, there’s something for everyone this month. View the full newsletter and see what’s coming up — link in bio or click here: https://conta.cc/3OWkMDf

[Alt text: A photo of a trail surrounded by trees at Haverhill Park with text that reads, “Check out what’s happening in PBC Parks – May 2026.]

Animal Encounters - Meet the American AlligatorDid you know? The American Alligator is designated as the official state ...
04/28/2026

Animal Encounters - Meet the American Alligator

Did you know? The American Alligator is designated as the official state reptile in Florida. It’s illegal to hand-feed a wild alligator because they have a natural fear of humans. When they are hand-fed, they learn that humans equal food, making them more likely to approach people and create a dangerous situation.

Alligators have a very long, muscular tail that helps propel them through the water and enables them to swim up to 25 miles per hour.

The American Alligator breeds in April or May. In late June or early July, they lay their eggs in a mound of dirt, leaves and sticks on the water’s edge.

When they are young, alligators like to eat little fish, insects and snails. As adults, alligators including snakes, turtles, fish, small mammals and birds.

Watch the episode on PBC Parks TV on YouTube

[Alt text: Orange graphic featuring text and images of alligators, used to share information about wildlife.]

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