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[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

The Forest Community Center is hosting it's first every Food Truck Friday on January 14th! Come out and try some tasty local eats while exploring all the community center has to offer! This will be a recurring monthly event so stay tuned for February's date! #mcparksandrec

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Checkout this beautiful White Egret captured at Wrigley Fields. Not only are our parks home to playgrounds and ball fields, but you can always find interesting wildlife hanging about. #mcparksandrec #itstartsinparks

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Our final phase of concrete pouring began this morning at Ocala Rotary Sportsplex. We are one step closer to having brand new ADA accessible sidewalks at our Babe Ruth fields! Parks & Recreation cannot wait to show everyone the finished product! #mcparksandrec

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

The second phase of our concrete pouring took place at Rotary Sportsplex this morning. Here are some pictures of the great work our contractor's team is doing out at the park! We cannot wait to see the finished ADA accessible sidewalks at the Babe Ruth fields. #mcparksandrec

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Our first concrete pour for the ADA accessible sidewalks at along the Babe Ruth fields at Ocala Rotary Sportsplex went down last Friday. Our contractor's team is doing an incredible job getting this project completed on time. #mcparksandrec #baberuthbaseball #itstartsinparks

[Ocala/Marion County @ocalamarion]

Just falling 🍂 in love with this time of year in #OcalaMarion. #FallColors
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📸 @katia__lu(IG)
📍 Silver Springs @FLStateParks

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

As part of our ongoing ADA accessible sidewalk project at Ocala Rotary Sportsplex a number of tree protection barricades were placed in key areas around the facility. This ensures that the natural aspects are maintained as we continue to make advancements. #mcparksandrec

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

This week our contractor's team broke ground on our ADA accessible sidewalks along the Babe Ruth fields at Ocala Rotary Sportsplex. Our new ADA sidewalks will provide our community with accessible walking paths and an increase in space for spectators to view games.#mcparksandrec

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Our Holiday Arts and Crafts show at the Forest Community Center is this Saturday from 8am-2pm. Local makers and artisans will have lots of interesting handmade items. Don't forget to bring the kiddos, we hear there might even be a visit from Santa. #mcparksandrec

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Repairs at Moss Bluff North are complete and we couldn't be happier. Thank you so much to our OCE team for tackling this project, we couldn't have done it without you! Here are some early morning shots of Moss Bluff highlighting the expertly done work. #mcparksandrec #mossbluff

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Take time on this Pearl Harbor Day to visit Veterans Memorial Park and pay respect to those who defended our nation. #mcparksandrec

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

@MMgreenthumb Great seeing you Mike. You’re always welcome here.

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Oh deer, it's Monday again! If you're coming down with a case of the Monday's, step outside for some fresh air at one of your amazing Parks & Recreation facilities. Many of our parks call beautiful wildlife like this white tailed deer home. #mcparksandrec #itstartsinparks

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Thank you to our Marion County citizens who participated in Bring the Harvest Home 2021! With our combined drop-off locations at all of our Parks & Rec facilities we were able to secure over 200 donations! All donations directly benefit Marion County citizens. #mcparksandrec

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Early Bird Registration for our New Year, New Me 5K opens this Friday, Dec. 4. Come run the scenic trails of Carney Island Recreation & Conservation Area this January and start your 2022 off right! To register visit https://t.co/xO26dkGdeN or call 352-438-2840. #mcparksandrec

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

It's manatee spotting season! As temps drop manatees head for freshwater springs where the water stays 72 degrees year round. #MCParksandRec offers access to waterways that feed into freshwater springs and are excellent locations for getting a glimpse of these gentle giants.

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Come join our recreation staff for an early morning excursion from Silver Springs State Park to Ray Wayside! To register visit https://t.co/9vrSzOEROr or call 352-671-8560. #mcparksandrec #kayaking #itstartsinparks

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Our donation box is almost full and there’s only 9 days left to donate! Be sure to drop off your goods at a Parks & Rec facility to win some Parks & Rec prizes! #mcparksandrec

[Ocala/Marion County @ocalamarion]

The #manatees love our 72 degrees spring water during the winter months! This cute fella is hanging out at Silver Glen Springs on this #ManateeMonday #OcalaNationalForest.
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📸 @tom_shlesinger
@NFinFlorida

[Parks & Recreation @MarionParksRec]

Talk about a turkey trot. Amazing wildlife sitings just like this happen all over the Carney Island Recreation and Conservation Area. For more info about Carney Island please visit https://t.co/xO26dkGdeN or call 352-671-8560 #MCParksandRec #itstartsinparks