DATE: December 31, 2015                                                                    

MEDIA CONTACT: Cyndy Baker

Parks and Recreation Division

PHONE: 954-357-8117

EMAIL:  CyBaker@Broward.org

WHAT: BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Deerfield Island Park in Deerfield Beach announces a change to its free shuttle service pickup and dropoff location to Pioneer Park, 217 NE Fifth Ave., Deerfield Beach. Deerfield Island Park's normal shuttle service site, the City of Deerfield Beach's Sullivan Park, will be going through an expansion and redevelopment project beginning January 4, 2016. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2016.

Guests who visit Deerfield Island Park can access the park on Saturdays and Sundays by way of a park-operated boat that offers free transportation to the island. The shuttles run at 10AM, noon, and 2PM. All shuttles leave from the dock at Pioneer Park. The last shuttle leaves the island at 3:30PM. Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult to ride the 20-minute shuttle. The shuttle also operates for special events, including nature walks, shelter reservations, group tours, and other park programs.

WHERE: Deerfield Island Park

1720 Deerfield Island Park, Deerfield Beach

954-357-5100

NEW SHUTTLE LOCATION: Pioneer Park

217 NE Fifth Ave., Deerfield Beach        

WHEN: Starts on Saturday, January 9, 2016    

WHO: For all ages. Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.                   

HOW: Free.  

For further information, call the Quiet Waters Park, which manages Deerfield Island Park, at 954-357-5100.

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About the Parks and Recreation Division

Founded in February 1956 and accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies, Broward County Parks and Recreation Division manages almost 6,500 acres, encompassing nearly 50 regional parks and nature centers, neighborhood parks, and natural areas at various stages of development. Facilities include water parks, campgrounds, a target range, a stadium, a skate park, an observatory, mountain bike trails, an educational farm with stables, and a velodrome and other sports facilities. Hours and fees vary by location. For more information, visit Broward.org/Parks. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in programs, services, and activities must contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170 or TTY 954-537-2844 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event.