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Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS)
Since 1966, the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) has endeavored to meet the needs of Loudoun residents for recreation, leisure and supportive programs that are diverse, accessible and affordable. PRCS employees are committed to the belief that the effective delivery of park and recreation programs and supportive community services provides social, personal, economic and environmental benefits that last a lifetime.
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PRCS reaches out to the community through a countywide system of facilities that includes trails, athletic fields, active and passive parks, open space, community, recreation and senior centers, playgrounds, sports complexes, a nature preserve, nature center, fine arts center, indoor and outdoor pools, historic/heritage sites, adult day centers, a catering kitchen facility and administrative offices. Some PRCS activities are also offered at school sites. Programs and services encompass facility planning and development, children’s programs (including licensed preschool, camps and after-school care), sports and recreation, community outreach, aging services, youth services, adaptive recreation, health and fitness, facility maintenance, customer service, and environmental stewardship.

Mission: Our mission is to provide outstanding recreational and leisure opportunities, outcome-focused community services, and stewardship of our natural resources to promote quality of life for Loudoun’s residents and visitors.

Virginia senior athletes, register by Feb. 29 and save $10 on the administration fee for the 2020 Virginia Senior Games!

02/24/2020

VSG Virginia Senior Games – Virginia Recreation and Park Society

Virginia senior athletes, register by Feb. 29 and save $10 on the administration fee for the 2020 Virginia Senior Games!

VSG Virginia Senior Games Registration Information REGISTRATION DEADLINE April 15, 2020 EARLY ADMINISTRATIVE FEE DISCOUNT ($10) AVAILABLE THROUGH 2/29/2020 Register Individual Register Team Registration is online only. Refer to the VSG Event Brochure for event fees, times, locations, and more. You m...

02/23/2020

After an odor of gas was detected at Claude Moore Recreation and Community Center this afternoon, the building was evacuated as a safety precaution. Loudoun County Fire & Rescue arrived at the facility and did not detect any gas leak or related issues. The facility was issued the all-clear and has resumed normal operations.

02/23/2020

After an odor of gas was detected at Dulles South Recreation and Community Center this morning, the building was evacuated as a safety precaution. Loudoun County Fire & Rescue arrived at the facility and determined that an increase in pressure occurred due to changes in outside temperatures, resulting in expulsion of gas from the system, which is a normal occurrence. The facility was issued the all-clear and has resumed normal operations.

02/20/2020

The leisure pool at Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center remains closed for recirculation pump repairs and testing. Due to the additional time required to reset proper water chemistry levels, the leisure pool will reopen at 9 a.m. tomorrow, Feb. 21. The issue only affects the leisure pool.

02/20/2020

The leisure pool at Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center is currently closed due to a malfunction of the recirculation pump. The pump function could not be restored this evening and an assessment is scheduled tomorrow morning. We anticipate a status update by midday. The issue only affects the leisure pool.

02/18/2020

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02/14/2020

Sharing the love from Loudoun Valley Community Center - LVCC What did your Valentine's Day fun look like?

Parents in Ms.Meghan’s Room #1, our School photographer came early this year to photograph the class. Check with Meghan for time of picture pick up!😂👫🥰❤️

02/13/2020

Registration is underway for Former NBA star Gheorghe Muresans's Giant Basketball Academy youth spring league & training. See details at: http://bit.ly/37mbioP

02/12/2020

Preschool open lottery registration for the 2020-21 school year ends Feb. 18. See details at: https://www.loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5490

02/12/2020

February 14 - the perfect day for bird lovers!

Can you spot the male cardinal in this photo? Do you enjoy looking for birds? Then be sure to stop by Claude Moore Park this Friday, February 14 as we kick-off the Backyard Bird Count! Stop by our Visitor Center located at 21544 Old Vestals Gap Road anytime between 9 am - 5 pm and join in on the fun. For more information, see our Events section. Hope to see you there!

02/12/2020

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02/08/2020

Sterling Community Center Renovation | Loudoun County, VA - Official Website

This page provides information and updates for the Sterling Community Center Renovation project.

02/08/2020

Breaking ground on the Sterling Community Center project!

02/08/2020

Loudoun County Government

Groundbreaking for Sterling Community Center

Sterling Community Center Renovation Groundbreaking

02/06/2020

Find your nature discovery at a PRCS park near you!

Last week we posted a video showing a buck loosing its antlers and today we have some antlers to show you! These were found near Claude Moore Park's Discovery Grove earlier this week. The keys in the photo are to give a size perspective.So cool!
If you're visiting the Park, remember that you can't take any nature items home with you. Although, you can stop by the Visitor Center to show us the item or a picture. We'd love to see what you find!

Adults 50 & over can choose from 20+ athletic competitions in the 2020 Virginia Senior Games. Registration is now open!

02/05/2020

VSG Virginia Senior Games – Virginia Recreation and Park Society

Adults 50 & over can choose from 20+ athletic competitions in the 2020 Virginia Senior Games. Registration is now open!

VSG Virginia Senior Games Registration - Online Only REGISTRATION DEADLINE April 15, 2020 EARLY ADMINISTRATIVE FEE DISCOUNT ($10) AVAILABLE THROUGH 2/29/2020 Register Individual Register Team Registration is online only. Refer to the VSG Event Brochure for event fees, times, locations, and more. You...

02/04/2020

Spring class registration begins Feb. 13! See details: https://www.loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5473

02/01/2020

In the past hour, there was a minor incident at a private event held at Dulles South Recreation and Community Center, which has been resolved. Please direct questions to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office

02/01/2020

Teens & adults of all abilities are invited to a free "Sweetheart Dance" Sat., Feb., 8, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Douglass Community Center. Call 703-771-5913 for more info.

01/31/2020

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This is a great volunteer opportunity in beautiful Bluemont!

01/31/2020

Bluemont Shamrock Race

This is a great volunteer opportunity in beautiful Bluemont!

Bluemont Shamrock Race Saturday, March 14, 2020 Great Country Farms, Bluemont, VA Come volunteer with the luck of the Irish in one of the most picturesque areas of Northern Virginia! The course winds through the country roads of beautiful Western Loudoun County. Join us for our sixth annual rac...

01/31/2020

Join us Sat., Feb. 8, for a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of the Sterling Community Center renovation project.

#Loudoun County will host a ceremonial groundbreaking to mark the start of the Sterling Community Center renovation project Saturday, February 8, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. You’re invited! Details here:
loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5463

01/29/2020

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01/29/2020

Loudoun County Government

“Brilliance & Resilience,” an art exhibit highlighting African American history, culture and contributions to #Loudoun County, is on display in the lobby of the Loudoun County Government Center, 1 Harrison Street SE in Leesburg. Details here: loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5455

01/25/2020

Join our team of happy, hard-working professionals and make a difference in your community! Find job fair details & more at www.loudoun.gov/prcsjobs

01/24/2020

Join the PRCS team! Meet with representatives at a Job Fair Wed., Jan. 29. Find details at: https://www.loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5406

01/24/2020

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01/18/2020

Loudoun County Public Schools announced the closure of campuses tomorrow, Jan. 18. PRCS-sponsored activities at school sites are canceled. PRCS centers and parks will be open with usual Saturday hours. Find inclement weather guidelines at: https://www.loudoun.gov/5156/PRCS-Inclement-Weather-Closure-Guideline.

01/17/2020

Loudoun County Government

Seats are available in upcoming Mental Health First Aid classes offered by #Loudoun County. Anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of mental illness and how to help people who are experiencing a mental health challenge is encouraged to take the free class. Details here: http://bit.ly/2FWGW19c

01/17/2020

US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington

Snow and ice will visit our region on Saturday. Winter Weather Advisories are in effect. See the attached graphics for details on area affected, total snow and ice, and start times.

How do we prepare for Census 2020? Find the answer and more at: https://www.loudoun.gov/census2020.

01/15/2020

2020 Census | Loudoun County, VA - Official Website

How do we prepare for Census 2020? Find the answer and more at: https://www.loudoun.gov/census2020.

01/13/2020

The leisure pool at Claude Moore Recreation and Community Center will reopen and resume normal hours Tues., Jan. 14!

01/10/2020

Loudoun County Government

Users of #Loudoun County’s online evacuation assistance registry are being asked to re-register as the system moves to a new platform. The registry is used to help individuals with disabilities who live or work in Loudoun County in the event of an evacuation. Details here: loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5431

01/10/2020

Loudoun County Government

#Loudoun County election officials remind voters that absentee voting for the March 3, 2020, Democratic presidential primary election begins Friday, January 17, 2020. Details here: loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5433

01/09/2020

These competitors mean business during our Pickleball Tournament at the Carver Center in Purcellville. Interested in learning more? Call 571-258-3400.

01/08/2020

Join us for music, demos and much more at our Open House Event Jan.16 at the Senior Center at Cascades. See details at https://www.loudoun.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=11155

The status of PRCS-sponsored practices, etc. held at LCPS sites will be updated by 3 p.m. at www.loudoun.gov/fieldstatus

01/08/2020

Field & Facility Status | Loudoun County, VA - Official Website

The status of PRCS-sponsored practices, etc. held at LCPS sites will be updated by 3 p.m. at www.loudoun.gov/fieldstatus

Daily status of sports fields and facilities.

01/07/2020

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01/07/2020

Adult Sports Loudoun County PRCS

01/07/2020

Adult Sports Loudoun County PRCS

01/07/2020

Today's Job Fair Cancelled! Due to Loudoun County Government going on unscheduled leave status starting at 12 p.m. today, today's PRCS Job Fair is rescheduled for Jan 29. Details at: https://www.loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5427

01/07/2020

See PRCS inclement weather guidelines at https://www.loudoun.gov/5156/PRCS-Inclement-Weather-Closure-Guideline

#Loudoun County Government offices will be open this afternoon, Tuesday, January 7, 2020, but due to the weather forecast, the County Administrator has authorized unscheduled leave for employees beginning at 12:00 p.m.

01/07/2020

US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington

Snow will be affecting the area today, and will be heavy for a couple of hours this afternoon. Biggest concerns are the timing and intensity of this burst. Find the most likely start time on the graphic. Full details at weather.gov/lwx/winter.

01/02/2020

Recreation center pass sale ending soon! Annual & six-month memberships discounted through Jan. 11. See details at: https://www.loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5360
#fitnessgoals #wellnessgoals #prcshealthycommunity

01/02/2020

Our Sterling Community staff members sharing the love this New Year from their (temporary) new home during facility renovations!

Happy New Year from all of us at SCC!

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Tuesday	08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:00
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Friday	08:30 - 17:00

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Join our team of happy, hard-working professionals and make a difference in your community! Find job fair details & more at www.loudoun.gov/prcsjobs

These competitors mean business during our Pickleball Tournament at the Carver Center in Purcellville. Interested in learning more? Call 571-258-3400.

We can help! Winter break & snow day camps at community and recreation centers provide activities for children when county public schools are closed. Contact your nearest center or refer to the winter Activity Guide for locations, hours and prices at http://bit.ly/2PKgrkY

Start 2020 off the right way - with the right job! PRCS will hold job fairs Dec. 18 & Jan. 7. See details at: https://www.loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5373

Senator Richard Black, District 13 VA, presented a Resolution of Recognition from the Virginia Assembly to representatives of the Loudoun County Area Agency on Aging today, Nov. 1. See details at: https://www.loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5299

Loudoun County 2019 International Festival Sun., Oct. 13, from 12 - 6 p.m. at Segra Field in Leesburg. Find details at: https://www.loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5242

A Thankful Thursday shout-out to PRCS volunteers! Bluemont Community Center staff is grateful for the 56 energetic & inspiring volunteers who served over 2,300 children at the Bluemont Fair. Visit www.loudoun.gov/prcs or call 703-777-0343 to learn about volunteer opportunities.

Live Q & A with Exhibit Curator Elizabeth Bracey and Bob Ross Inc. President Joan Kowalski. #BobRossExhibit

A large crowd turned out for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony August 3 at Segra Field - home of Loudoun United - in Philip A. Bolen Memorial Park. The team's first game at Segra Field is scheduled for Aug. 9, at 7:30 p.m.

#prcssummerfit

Get in on the PRCS Summer Sale on annual and six-month memberships and renewals and get #prcssummerfit! Purchase passes at Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center and Dulles South Recreation and Community Center. 15% discount sale runs May 20 - June 17.

Love water? PRCS is hiring summer and year-round aquatic positions. Find details and apply at http://bit.ly/2VSXCfV. Bring a copy of your application, ID and references to 742 Miller Dr., SE, Leesburg, VA 20175 Thurs., Mar. 14, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saddle up, seniors! Experience exciting activities or relax in the beauty of the Catskill Mountains at Pine Ridge Dude Ranch. Trip runs May 6-10. Find details on this and more great trips for adults 55 & older at https://www.loudoun.gov/1183/Senior-Trips

You've got talent...let PRCS & NOVA Community College shine a light on YOU

Where should Loudoun middle schoolers be Sat., Oct. 13, 2018? At the Back-to-School Blowout for Grades 6-8 with bands, games, prizes, swimming & more from 3-6 p.m. at Woodgrove Park & Round Hill Indoor Aquatic Center. Find details at www.loudoun.gov/teens.

Don’t miss out! Enjoy live music, a petting zoo, food, games, prizes, moonbounces and exhibits at Sterlingfest Sat., Oct. 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Sterling Community Center. Free admission. Find info at SterlingFest or call 703-430-9480.

#loudoun County International Festival until 6pm today Douglass Community Center

We’re here until 6pm at the #Loudoun County International Festival at Douglass Community Center

More music, entertainment, food and fun until 6pm at the #Loudoun County International Festival at Douglass Community Centerq

Have recent rains affected our ballfields? Here's an inspection from earlier today! Find daily field status at www.loudoun.gov/fieldstatus.

How low can you go? Enjoy wacky games, swimming, music, concessions & more at our annual Family Luau Party Sat., Aug. 4th, at Lovettsville Community Center from 6:30-8:30pm. $3 for ages three & older. Pay at the pool. Call 540-822-5284 or email [email protected] for more info.

Research shows that Americans use their local parks to relieve stress! Have you been to a Loudoun County park lately? https://www.nrpa.org/parks-recreation-magazine/2018/june/park-pulse-americans-use-local-parks-to-relieve-stress/

Fireworks are back in Sterling! Sterling Community Center kicks off Independence Day at "Star Spangled Sterling" Sat., June 30, from 4 pm to 9 pm at Sterling Middle School. Live Music, Games, Contests, Fitness Obstacle Course, Water-Balloon Softball, Food, Refreshments & Fabulous Fireworks! See details at http://bit.ly/2K7t33S or call 703-430-9480.

Ribbon Cutting at the Grand Opening!

Grand Opening!

Sterling Community Center - Moonbounce Party

Plan your next birthday or other kids' special event with us!

Little ones delighted in the magic of balloons during Sterling Community Center's "Horray! Baloons!" event this morning. Games and take-home baloon animals rounded out the fun.

Little ones delighted in the magic of balloons at Sterling Community Center's "Horray! Baloons!" event today. Games and take-home balloon animals rounded out the fun.

Here's a video from one from one of our fishing camps that would make any parent proud!

With the start of school this week, summer camp memories will start to fade. To keep them from fading too quickly, we wanted to share a few videos from our 2011 PRCS Summer Camp Programs. Here's one from one of our fishing camps!

With the start of school this week, summer camp memories will start to fade. To keep them from fading too quickly, we wanted to share a few videos from our 2011 PRCS Summer Camp Programs.

“Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs”

PRCS reaches out to the community through a countywide system of facilities that includes trails, athletic fields, active and passive parks, open space, community/recreation/senior centers, playgrounds, sports complexes, a nature preserve and nature center, a fine arts center, indoor and outdoor pools, historic/heritage sites, adult day centers, a catering kitchen facility and administrative offices. Some PRCS activities are also offered at county public school sites. Programs and services encompass facility planning and development, children’s programs (including licensed preschool, summer camp and after-school care), sports and recreation, community outreach, aging services, youth services, adaptive recreation, health and fitness, facility maintenance, customer service, and environmental stewardship.