Activities which develop skills that provide the incentive, motivation, and means for spending leisure time constructively. As such, recreation must be concerned with the breadth and variety of activities: physical, social, artistic, or learning.


THE MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Oberlin Recreation Department is to improve the quality of life for all residents of the Oberlin community by providing equal opportunity for a wide variety of leisure and cultural activities, special events, facilities, and services that encourage health, fitness, relaxation, and enjoyment. In addition, the purpose of this department is to work cooperatively with other appropriate entities which will provide recreational opportunities for broader community involvement.

 

Permission to use parks for
special event can be obtained by
filling out a Park Request Form

The challenge for Oberlin is a more
fit community. The response by the
 Recreation Department is
"Walking For A Better Oberlin" program. You can
read more about walking
and find tips on how to add
exercise to your daily routine
in the Healthy Oberlin section.