DOG PARK
Hours of Operation
OPEN: 6:00 a.m. - CLOSED: Dusk
*Closed during wet conditions*
The dog park is dedicated to fun and activities with your dog. Dogs may run off-leash, under voice control, within the confines of the fenced area. If you are uncomfortable in the presence of unleashed dogs, you may wish to use other areas of the park. To ensure your safety and enjoyment, extensive research went into planning the dog park. Please take the time to read all the rules because we want you and your pet to have the best and safest visit possible. Enjoy!
ELIGIBILITY
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For safety reasons, we encourage you to register your dog(s) with GARA.
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All dogs must be at least four months of age to use the dog park.
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Dogs over 30 lbs. are not permitted in the small dog area.
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Dogs less than 30 lbs are not allowed in the large dog area.
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Dogs in heat are not permitted in or near the park.
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All dogs entering the park must be healthy, vaccinated against rabies, licensed,
and have tags displayed on a collar.
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All dogs must be spayed or neutered.
OFFICE HOURS :
Monday-Friday
8 AM - 4 PM
*Except Holidays and unless otherwise noted*
Park is open Sunrise to Sunset!
2001
Henry T. "Hen" Bream
A true Adams County legend, he became an institution at Gettysburg College. Born in York Springs in 1899, earned 12 varsity letters in football, basketball, and baseball at Gettysburg High School; was three-sport, four-sport letterman at Gettysburg College; played with several greats in Blue Eastern titles, basketball 298-187, sex titles, baseball 46-24-2, overall coaching record for 29 years )448-280-14 .615). Athletic Director 1953-1969 guided construction of physical education building and 6,200-seat stadium. Inducted PA State Hall of Fame.
Ray R. Reider
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The Middletown High athlete displayed ability and versatility, winning ten letters in four sports; football, basketball, baseball, and track. Matriculating to Gettysburg College, he started as guard in football and catcher in baseball. A three-time letterman in each sport, he achieved All-Little Three honors on the gridiron. Following military duty in Korea, he joined the Middletown High staff. After three years as assistant and head football coach, he returned to his Alma Mater and served for 25 years as football, baseball, and head wrestling coach. In five years he produced six conference wrestling champions, two national champs, and a 10th place team finish in the NCAA championship in 1966.