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Mark J. Thornton, Director
1101 East River Cove Street
Tampa, FL 33604
Telephone: (813) 975-2160
Fax: (813) 975-2158
Information Line: (813) 275-7275

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Welcome to the Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department (PRC). Our department is the "Heart of Hillsborough" with more than 70,000 acres of parkland;  42 year-round recreation centers offering activities and classes for all ages; therapeutic programs; youth and adult athletics;  and partnerships with community and civic organizations throughout the county.

PRC's dedicated, professional staff and devoted volunteers serve over 9 million residents annually. It's one of the largest departments of its kind in the Southeastern United States.

Please come and enjoy our programs and facilities.

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Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation is to provide for the public a standard of excellence in service, facilities, programs and preservation of resources while working in concert with residents and the county’s leadership.
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  • ELAPP General Committee Meeting scheduled May 19.  
    Contact:(813) 903-2258
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  • Special meeting of the PRC Park Board scheduled May 27.  
    Contact:(813) 903-2261
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  • Carrollwood Cultural Center open house May 31 featuring premium camp programs.  
    Contact:(813) 269-1310
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  • The Environmental Protection Commission of Hillsborough County in partnership with the Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department is inviting the public to "Celebrate Our Natural Treasures" this May.  
    Contact:(813) 975-2160
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  • "A Piece of American Pie" through songs and narration at the Carrollwood Cultural Center June 1.  
    Contact:(813) 269-1310
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  •       Comment on Master Plan
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  • Information on Summer Camps at the Carrollwood Cultural Center.  
    Contact:(813) 269-5310
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  • Summer Fun Camp Registration - The Sizzlin Summer Fun Camp 2008 features supervised playground games, arts & crafts, sports, instructional swim lessons, and field trips for kids 6-15 years of age. Information and a list of recreation centers that still have openings can be viewed below.  
    Contact:(813) 975-2160
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  • The 2008 E. L. Bing Beat the Heat Running Series scheduled June 14, July 12 and Aug. 9. Sign up now!  
    Contact:(813) 903-3469
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  •       Comment on Master Plan
 


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