Local Parks and Recreation

Local Golf Information

Valley Forge Park Valley Forge Convention & Visitors Bureau 600 W. Germantown Pike,  Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Phone: 610.834.1550, Fax: 610.834.0202 e-mail: info@valleyforge.org		Skippack Village  Shopping
Central Perkiomen Valley Park  Perkiomen Township, Schwenksville  Phone: (610) 287-6970 Superintendent: Pamela Murray email	Green Lane Park Green Lane, Upper Frederick, Upper Hanover, Marlborough Township Phone: (215) 234-4528 Superintendent: Frank Ball, Jr.  e-mail	Lorimer Park Abington Township Phone: (215)947-3477 Superintendent: Scott Morgan email
Lower Perkiomen Valley Park  Oaks, Upper Providence Township Phone: (610) 666-5371 Superintendent: William Markley e-mail	Norristown Farm Park Norristown, East and West Norriton Townships Office: (610) 270-0215 Fax: (610) 270-8956 Superintendent: Jeffrey A. Larsen email	Upper Schuylkill Valley Park  Upper Providence Township Phone: (610) 948-5170 Superintendent: Mark Shopee-mail

Montgomery County

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania is situated approximately twenty miles west of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and is governed by a three member Board of Commissioners. It is Montgomery County.s goal to achieve superior services in a resourceful and lucrative way. The county boasts an efficient election process, excellent human service programs, a reputable community college, child welfare, exquisite parks, trails, and historical sites, mental health services, and one of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.s finest judiciary systems. Substantial urban areas balanced by prosperous farmland validates Montgomery County.s ranking as the third most populated county in the state.

Montgomery County Real Estate and surrounding park system is recognized as one of the most excellent in the country. With six exquisite parks, citizens can relax and play in these exquisitely maintained preservation facilities. Additionally, Montgomery County offer five trails over twenty-two miles long for walkers, jogger, bicyclists, cross-country skiers, and equestrians to enjoy. While wandering these trails, you can take pleasure in the great view of the Perkiomen River.

Montgomery County is proud of its rich history and offers five hands-on historical centers. Mill Grove Audubon Center is home to author and naturalist John James Audubon and is recognized as a National Historic Landmark. Also, the Wentz Farmstead served as headquarters to George Washington where he planned what later became the Battle of Georgetown. These and many other Montgomery County historical sites are open daily for all to experience.

With a rich historical heritage, Montgomery County Pennsylvania has developed into a vital County, the third most populated in the state. The U.S. Census in 1990 showed a population of 678,111. Within the County's 483 square miles are fine residential areas, thriving multimillion dollar industries, huge modern shopping centers, and beautiful farm and woodlands. Adjoining Philadelphia on the northwest, the County is served by a modern highway network and an extensive mass transportation system.

Blue Bell

Blue Bell Pennsylvania was established in 1701 making the community to be one of the oldest areas in the county. Up to the turn of the twentieth century, Blue Bell was primarily an agricultural community encompassing miles of rich and fertile land. In the early 1980.s, however, farming became outdated and this notion remains true today. Presently, Blue Bell Pennsylvania is a thriving area in which foremost corporations and companies, shopping centers, and privately owned small businesses prosper. Despite this urban lifestyle that has replaced the century-old traditions, Blue Bell PA still preserves its colorful past. If you drive through the historical section, you will spot horse farms and quaint homes dating back to the early 1700.s. With a population of approximately 6,091, Blue Bell real estate encompasses 13.937 square kilometers of land. The community boasts a new sports park that offers three in-line hockey rinks, as well as a multi-purpose game field. The other parks include basketball and volleyball courts, soccer and baseball fields, walking trails, picnic areas, and a gazebo at which many local concerts and festivals are held.

Wissahickon School District located in Ambler, Pennsylvania, contains five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The objective of the Wissahickon School District is to give personal strength to each individual by pushing them to work to their potential and embrace their individuality. Wissahickon School District welcomes diversity and community participation to help encourage a lasting edification system. With a varied and challenging curriculum and assorted extracurricular activities, Wissahickon School District has a program that makes Lower Gwynedd Township and surrounding areas proud.

Lower Gwynedd Township

Lower Gwynedd Township was established on December 16, 1891 when the township was partitioned into Upper and Lower Gwynedd. The township comprised of the towns of Gwynedd, Gwynedd Valley, Penllyn, and Spring House, encompasses 9.11 square miles of land. With a unique blend of commercial and residential maturity, Lower Gwynedd real estate contains numerous large office facilities as well as many townhouses and single-family homes.

Lower Gwynedd real estate uses public water and sewer services. Additionally, a permanent police force and volunteer fire companies offer protection to the citizens of the township. Although two major malls are easily accessible from Lower Gwyendd Township, the local shops do a booming business, offering the convenience of suburbia with city style.
,br> According to the 2000 census, the population of Lower Gwynedd Township is approximately 10,422, with an estimated growth to 10,920 in 2005. The median household income is $74,351, accompanied by the average residential home price of $252,344.

Lower Gwynedd Township has an extensive park system including four parks that encompass 95 acres of land. A bird sanctuary, walking trail, basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts, baseball and softball fields, soccer field, and picnic pavilions are all situated within the parks.

Wissahickon School District located in Ambler, Pennsylvania, contains five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The objective of the Wissahickon School District, is to give personal strength to each individual by pushing them to work to their potential and embrace their individuality. Wissahickon School District welcomes diversity and community participation to help encourage a lasting edification system. With a varied and challenging curriculum and assorted extracurricular activities, Wissahickon School District has a program that makes Lower Gwynedd Township and surrounding areas proud.

Upper Dublin Township

Upper Dublin Township, Pennsylvania was established in 1701, when William Penn ordered a survey of all townships in the Commonwealth. It was first settled in 1698 and was incorporated in 1719 according to records from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission regarding Montgomery County municipalities. The county itself was formally created on September 10, 1784. The Township was granted its current status of First Class Township in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on January 1, 1946. Originally the area started as a farming community with additional activity in the mining of limestone. Upper Dublin real estate encompasses 13 square miles and includes the communities of Abington, Ambler, Ardsley, Dresher, Fort Washington, Jarrettown, Maple Glen, North Hills, Oreland, and Willow Grove. According to the 2000 census, the population of Upper Dublin is 25,878 with a median household income of $80,093.

Business and industry is rising tremendously in Upper Dublin Township. The area is home to the Fort Washington Office Park that encompassing more than 65 diverse buildings.

In addition to thriving business, Upper Dublin Township has created an Open Space and Environmental Resource Protection Plan. The Park and Recreation Department is very enthusiastic about enhancing the quality of life by means of recreational activities, producing innate splendor, and preserving a secure and unpolluted atmosphere for the citizens of Upper Dublin Township.

Upper Dublin School District is comprised of four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The objective of the School District of Upper Dublin is to offer a secure and encouraging atmosphere for all students to work to their potential and to develop into lifelong achievers and active elements of an ever-changing community.

Horsham Township

Horsham Township Pennsylvania received its name from the town of Horsham located in Sussex County, England. In 1684, William Penn made Horsham Township accessible to individual consumers. Samuel Carpenter was among the first settlers and bought forty-two hundred acres of land within the current borders of Horsham Township. Later, in 1709, Carpenter sold pieces of land to Quakers who eventually settled the area. Finally, in 1717, Horsham Township was recognized as a civic body by popular sovereignty.

Encompassing seventeen square miles, Horsham real estate rests eighteen miles north of Philadelphia. As one of the oldest towns in Montgomery County, Horsham Township currently has a population of over 24,000. Horsham real estate is a very well rounded community offering office complexes and corporate centers, beautiful residential real estate, superior golf courses, a senior club, and many other unique areas of interest.

The Horsham Township Department of Parks and Recreation is devoted to contributing to the community by supplying indispensable open space, parks, and many other activity services. With more that 814 acres, Horsham Township has one of the leading park systems in Montgomery County. The Horsham Park System includes 46 recreational areas, ranging from neighborhood parks to open space, in which one can observe the beauty of nature or get together with friends and family for a relaxing afternoon. Sand volleyball, tennis, and basketball courts, baseball, softball, and football fields, a fishing pond, and numerous playgrounds are interspersed throughout the park system for the community's enjoyment.

Hatboro-Horsham School District includes five blue ribbon elementary schools, one middle school and a high school. The objective of the staff at Hatboro-Horsham School District is to train students for their futures, helping them to develop thinking skills that they can utilize throughout life. Students, parents, and staff are encouraged to play an active role in the educational curriculum to insure that all receive the best experience possible.