Parks & Recreation

Overview

The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department is committed to a thriving local park system, the opportunity for our residents and visitors to enjoy healthy, active lifestyles, and the preservation of the natural beauty of our environment. Explore the many ways Parks and Recreation is making our communities happier and healthier by providing a place where it all comes together – a sense of community, an appreciation of history, and a respect for nature.

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SJC Parks & Rec News

May 8, 2025 – SJC and Field of Dreams Baseball League Celebrate Expansion of Disability-Friendly Baseball Field

On May 3, St. Johns County officials and staff joined members of the Field of Dreams (FOD) Baseball League to celebrate the start of work on a major expansion of Field of Dreams Baseball, the County’s disability-friendly baseball field at Aberdeen Park (1401 Shetland Drive, St. Johns).

April 28, 2025 – SJC Parks and Recreation Employee Robert McFarland Earns 2024 Tourism and Hospitality Government Employee of the Year Award

On April 24, the St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors and Convention Bureau (VCB) presented Sports Tourism Development Specialist Robert “Bobby” McFarland its prestigious St. Johns County 2024 Tourism and Hospitality Employee of the Year Award.

April 21, 2025 – St. Johns County Approves Major Expansion of Field of Dreams Baseball

Field of Dreams Baseball, St. Johns County’s disability-friendly baseball field located at Aberdeen Park (1401 Shetland Drive, St. Johns), is set to undergo a major expansion.

Night Under the Stars May 31 | 9 – 10:30 p.m.

St. Johns County Parks and Recreation has partnered with the Ancient City Astronomy Club (ACAC) to offer an out-of-this-world educational evening! Join us for an exciting Astronomy 101 class, where participants will learn all about the wonders of the night sky. Led by members of the ACAC, this class will cover constellations, star names, celestial bodies, and much more. Whether you’re a seasoned stargazer or a beginner, this event is perfect for anyone curious about the cosmos.

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