Highland County Recreation Commission

05/12/2026

HCRC is now hiring for the Recreation Director position 👇

https://www.highlandcova.org/home/news/highland-county-recreation-director-position?fbclid=IwdGRjcARwFtljbGNrBHAWRGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHmUpPuIQd0iln1E6Iabn6ms8yuX4MT3WC9Gc_uvnfgtKAL2tqmk2USQo4TZf_aem_VQucTJp_nL20vLnlOjC2HA

APPLY HERESupervisor: County Administrator/ Highland County Recreation CommissionFLSA Status: ExemptEssental Personnel C

05/10/2026

Our 2026 Kid's Fishing Day was a day full of fish, food and fun! 🐟
Thank you to Virginia DWR, Conservation Officers, Coursey Springs Fish Hatchery and staff, Little Switzerland Strutters NWTF, HCRC Board Members, Highland County Sheriff's Department, Highland County Rescue Squad and everyone behind the scenes!
They say it takes a village and we are so beyond thankful for our Highland County Community!

05/07/2026

Last Chance! Any and all donations are greatly appreciated
Paypal Link: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/339DHNMBSYBEQ
Door Prize Items may also be dropped off at the Pool Complex or can be arranged for pickup

04/22/2026

04/21/2026

Now Hiring Lifeguards for the 2026 Pool Season!
Must be 15 years of age or older
Must be available to work evenings and weekends
Pay starts at $12.77/Hour
For an application, email [email protected]

04/17/2026

So many local recreational opportunities within our county!

Join the Friends of Hayfield's for a night of beautiful views and new experiences at our first Star Party. 🌠

🔭 Roam around to look through different types of telescopes. Chat with the friends and rangers about the stars, constellations and planets visible in the night sky. You may also bring your own telescope or binoculars to get assistance from experienced astronomers.

📅 Saturday, April 18
🕛 8-10 p.m.
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-03-29-09-38-44-573780-3vb

🔦 To preserve the night vision of our visitors and wildlife, please use minimal lighting when entering and leaving the parking lot and only use flashlights with red-colored light. Meet at the office parking lot. If you have any questions, contact us at [email protected] or call 540-396-4489.

04/14/2026

Celebrate Earth Day with us! We're hosting a special program and guided hike that covers the seven principles of Leave No Trace.

📅 Wednesday, April 22
🕛 2-3 p.m.
🚗 Free
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-02-20-10-10-46-055849-5i0

04/07/2026

We're dreaming of warmer days during this planning time!
What themes would you like to see for our 2026 Family Fun Nights at the pool?

04/06/2026

We are so excited to be partnering with The Little Switzerland Strutters NWTF this year for a fun day on the river!
Join us for our annual Kids Fishing Day, May 9th at the Bullpasture Gorge
More details coming soon!

04/04/2026

Happy Easter 🐰
Thank you to all of our volunteers! Big THANK YOU to HCRC Treasurer, Darlene Crummett for filling all of our eggs AND helping hiding them. Thank you to HCRC board members Casey Hull, Morgan Hooke and David Frayer for helping hide eggs
Thank you to this years gold egg sponsors, The Highlander Monterey and Highland Department of Social Services!