City of Corpus Christi

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS – (News Release) The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is seeking new members for its Adopt-a-Park Program.

The program is a volunteer opportunity for residents, businesses, and civic-minded organizations to partner with the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department to keep the community’s parks, beaches, and trails clean and attractive. The program gives participants a sense of park ownership and an outlet to give back to the community and protect the natural environment.

Currently, 33 parks have been adopted, leaving 132 parks available.

Potential partners have three opportunity tiers:

• Tier 1: Monthly litter cleanup commitment of 1.5 hours

• Tier 2: Tier 1 requirement plus an additional one-time pre-approved project such as a garden, additional seating, or any items to benefit the park

• Tier 3: All the Tier 1 & 2 requirements plus an additional one-time pre-approved major project such as additional playground equipment or specialized park amenities

All three tiers require routine reporting to the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department on the adopted park's condition and any areas needing repair and/or maintenance.

Here are some of the Adopt-a-Park Partners:

• Friends of Collier Park

• Gopher Disc Golf

• Pony Boy Skate Company

• The Audubon Outdoor Club of Corpus Christi

• For the Greater Good

• Friends of Old Bayview Cemetery Association

• The North Beach Community Association

• Third Coast Disc Golf

Visit the website for the list of available parks for adoption and to sign up for the program.

For more information, please call (361) 826-3460.