DATE: October 3, 2016                                                             

GENERAL MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills

Parks and Recreation Division

PHONE: 954-357-8115

WHAT: BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The 2016-17 Family Hayride & Campfire Series kicks off on October 14th with an event at Easterlin Park in Oakland Park. Three other parks also participate in the series, which runs through mid-February 2017: Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach, Tradewinds Park & Stables in Coconut Creek, and T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park in Hollywood.

The events are from 7 to 9:30PM at all parks except T.Y., where they run from 6 to 9PM. The fee is $3.50 per person (ages 2 and under free), which includes one hayride and one bag of fixings to make s'mores around the campfire afterward. Preregistration and prepayment are required.

WHERE: Easterlin Park, 1000 NW 38th St., Oakland Park 33309; 954-357-5190

Quiet Waters Park, 401 S Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach 33442; 954-357-5100

Tradewinds Park & Stables, 3600 W Sample Rd., Coconut Creek 33073; 954-357-8870

T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park, 3300 N Park Rd., Hollywood 33021; 954-357-8811

WHEN: Fridays, 7-9:30PM (6-9PM at T.Y.)

Easterlin - October 14th, January 13th, February 3rd

Quiet Waters - October 21st, November 18th, December 9th, January 20th

Tradewinds - January 6th, January 27th, February 10th, March 3rd

T.Y. - October 21st, November 18th, December 16th, January 20th, February 17th  

WHO: For all ages.  

HOW: Fee: $3.50 + sales tax for ages 3 and up. Preregistration and prepayment are required by calling or visiting the park of your choice.  

Recreation. Preservation. Education.

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.