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    Christmas Tree At Myrtle Point

    Christmas Tree at Myrtle Point Park Please be advised that Christmas tree decorating in county parks is not allowed. Any special activities in county parks must be approved by the Department of Recreation & Parks, Parks Division. Feel free to call (301) 863-8400 ext. 3571 with questions.
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    swimming lessons for todlers?

    Swimming Lessons for Toddlers Registration for the SMC Recreation and Parks swim lessons at Great Mills Pool opens on June 1st for the summer season. Please see this link for additional info...
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    Looking for a cello or harp player for October 18th wedding!

    Cello or Other Strings St. Mary's County has great Chamber Orchestra groups at the high schools. Their talent is impressive. It's worth your time to contact them!
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    County parks

    In most cases, an individual would not need to apply for a permit to "kick a ball around the soccer field or play Frisbee when no games are going on or about to start." However, it's best to call first, or ask a staff member who may be on site, to be sure (especially at heavily used parks like...
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    County parks

    Most athletic fields in County parks are reserved by permit by various sports leagues. A County staff member would likely ask citizens to refrain from using fields if a permitted game or practice is going on; if a game or practice is getting ready to begin; if the field is being prepared/lined...
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    Is there a rec center to shoot hoops in St.Mary's?

    St. Mary's County Recreation and Parks offers Adult Drop In Basketball on Wednesday nights. For more information, please see the website at https://recreation.stmarysmd.com/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/wbsearch.html?wbsi=aa8a1c15-9e07-b6a0-e311-8848d4129dd5&xxmod=AR&xxcategory=SPORT Information on...
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    Tennis lessons

    Tennis Recreation and Parks offers a variety of programs for youth and adults. Recreation & Parks Youth Tennis You may also contact the St. Mary's County Tennis Association St. Mary's County Tennis (SMCTA)
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    Lancaster Park- Walking trail

    Lancaster Park Walking Trail The length of the paved trail around Lancaster Park is approximately 3/4 mile. More information on county parks can be found on the county website at St. Mary's County Government - Department of Recreation and Parks
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    Give me the truth about Great Mills pool!

    Great Mills Pool The Great Mills pool is a great place to participate in many aquatic activities. Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday from 10:00am-8:00pm Sundays from 12:00-6:00pm May 25th - June 9th open one hour early at 9:00am Monday-Friday Summer Hours - June 10th - September 2nd...
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    Parks & Rec Parents OUT OF CONTROL

    Hello, This was a Sunday Youth Basketball League tournament (SYBL) and not a St. Mary's County Recreation and Parks youth basketball game; therefore, Recreation and Parks does not have any oversight here. Any comments or suggestions should be directed to the volunteer league; contact...
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    Three Notch Trail?

    You are correct; the trail from John V. Baggett Park in Laurel Grove to MD Route 5 near Gospel Light Baptist Church is open. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at Baggett Park on Tuesday, October 4 at 5:00 p.m.
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    Question re: Three Notch Trail

    Just a little more information to answer some questions. The State Parks in St. Mary's County that allow horseback riding are Greenwell State Park (limited use currently due to storm damage); St. Mary's River State Park (due to current tree damage, may not be possible at this time); and...
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    Question re: Three Notch Trail

    Everyone, Horses are allowed on the Three Notch Trail. However, many people feel the asphalt surface is not ideal for their horses. Buggies are ONLY allowed on the short section you mentioned in Charlotte Hall, near the Farmers' Market at the Charlotte Hall Library. The horse manure has not...
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    PSA: 5th District Park

    Recreation and Parks and an exterminator have addressed the problem with bees at 5th District Park in Charlotte Hall. The Department would like to thank concerned citizens that were able to pinpoint the areas of concern. The home nest has been destroyed; however, the bees not in the nest will...
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    Old Railroad Track

    Three Notch Trail Recreation and Parks would like to hear from citizens that have pictures and items such as tickets, schedules and other memorabilia from the old railroad line that ran in St. Mary's from the late 1800's until 1965. This information will help with the interpretive signage...
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