Parks & Recreation

Our Mission Statement

To enhance the quality and effectiveness of Township recreation resources, to encourage the use and enjoyment of Township recreation facilities by its residents and to stimulate cooperative planning for their improvements. The Park and Recreation Board consists of five residents who serve as volunteers appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The Park and Recreation Board makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors with regard to planning and structuring of the township parks. They are also responsible for planning and conducting the annual Easter Egg Hunt, Township Treasures, Trunk or Treat, and the Gingerbread House Contest. The Park and Recreation Board meets the first Tuesday of the month.

Park and Recreation Committee

Richard Zuber

Pete Dannecker

Rebecca Misiura

Lawrance Martin

Veronica Reinert

Ralph Reinert

PARK RENTALS

The pavilions at Ironstone Park and at the Township Building are available for rent.

Reservations for the coming season are not accepted until February 1st of each year.

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE A PAVILION.

Single Pavilion Rental: $100.00

Double Pavilion Rental: $175.00

Discounted Tickets Offered Here!

Through our Park and Recreation Committee’s membership in the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society, we are pleased to be able to pass along the opportunity for residents to purchase discounted tickets.

Tickets available to be purchased at the Township Office:

Dutch Wonderland Any Day Admission - Ticket Price $41

Adventure Aquarium - Adult (13 & over) $32 Child (2-12) $24

Crayola Factory Tickets can be purchased here. Password: PRPS23

Tickets that can only be purchased online:

Dorney Park, Hersheypark, Cedar Point, Diggerland, Kings Dominion, Legoland, Disney World, Universal Studios, Movie Tickets, Broadway/Off-Broadway Shows, Cirque du Soleil, sporting events, concerts, and more.

Click here to view discounts.

2026 EVENTS

The Recreation Board is gearing up for the events scheduled throughout 2026. The purpose of these events is to provide recreational activities to our residents in Douglass Township and the surrounding communities. We are looking for ways to improve our events and are asking our local businesses to get involved. If your business is interested in becoming a sponsor, please download and complete the form below.

2026 Event Description
2026 Sponsorship Form

EASTER SCRAMBLE

Hop on over for a fun-filled morning of Easter excitement!
Starting at the Trail Head and make your way along the path, spotting Easter-themed items along the way. At the end of the trail, you’ll receive a special Easter Goodie Bag!
After completing the trail, stop by for a free 4x6 keepsake photo with the Easter Bunny, courtesy of Jiffypic Photobooths!
Say hello, snap a picture, and receive a delicious chocolate bunny.
Don’t be late! The Egg Scramble kicks off promptly at 10:30 AM and is perfect for kids in pre-K through 5th grade.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:00AM RAIN OR SHINE EVENT

Located at the Douglass Berks Township Building

Egg Hunt Pictures 2015

Douglass Township Treasures

Be a vendor at this years Douglass Township Treasures!

CLICK HERE FOR VENDOR REGISTRATION LINK

Douglass Township Treasures is an event for the community to shop local treasured businesses mixed with Community vendors. This event will provide the community a safe space to shop, all while bringing outside vendors to Douglass Township for the community to enjoy. It won’t just be a day for shopping, we hope to get food vendors as well for families to come grab a bite to eat, while the kids enjoy some entertainment.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 (Rain date: Sunday, May 17) at 8:00AM – 2:00PM

Located at the Douglass Berks Township Building parking lot.

Trunk or Treat

Trunkers will fill the parking lot with decorated vehicles waiting to hand out candy to kids donned in Halloween costumes. Other activities included pumpkin decorating, bounce houses and a visit from the local fire departments. Before children leave to go home, the Boy Scouts setup a bonfire to roast marshmallows and make smores. Vendors who are interested in attending the event are invited to set up as well.

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 (Rain date: Thursday, October 22) at 6:00 - 8:00PM

Located at the Douglass Berks Township Building parking lot.

Interested in Participating?
We’re looking for creative individuals, businesses, and families to decorate their trunks for our trunk-or-treat.
If you’d like to join in on the fun, CLICK HERE TO PRE-REGISTER YOUR DECORATED VEHICLE.

Police Trunk
Trunk
Trunk #2

Gingerbread House Contest

Businesses and Participants of all ages can submit a Gingerbread House that will be voted on by the Recreation Board at their December meeting. The public also gets a chance to vote through our Facebook page. All submissions get posted on Facebook and the most likes win People’s Choice. Each winner receives a $50 gift card.

Submission Deadline is December 16, 2025

How to Enter:
• Drop your house off at the Douglass Township Building
• Email photos of your house to douglass@dougberks.com
Emails must include: Name, age, address, phone number, name of your gingerbread house and at least 3 photos of your house (be sure to include a picture of the house with those who worked on it.)

Entry #1
Entry #2
Entry #3

Click here for more info and other locations!

The "Greater Pottstown Trails Study" Finalized April 2018

Greater Pottstown Trails Study

HUNTING

Hunting in Goose Run Park and the Township owned land is permitted by Township residents who obtain a license at the Township Office.

Goose Run Park consists of approximately 82 acres, which can be accessed from Goose Run Road or Levengood Road. Hunting is also permitted at 900 Douglass Drive, Lots #1 and #2 (approximately 73 acres) on the property owned by the Township.

Hunting is open to Township residents only, however each licensed resident may bring a non resident guest, who must also be registered with the Township. Maps are available at the Township Office.

Rifles are not permitted.

You must provide a copy of your PA State Hunting License as well as drivers license. You will be required to sign a form agreeing to abide by the State Laws as well as Douglass Township Rules.

THE HIKING TRAIL WILL REMAIN OPEN, SO PLEASE BE VERY CAUTIOUS OF HIKERS

Permits will be issued after September 1st.

Parks & Recreation Ordinance

Ordinance 2022-01 Parks