The Parks & Recreation (P&R) Commission consists of seven residents, appointed by the Board of Supervisors. Their mission is to plan and manage activities and events in Westtown Township parks for the benefit of Township residents and the surrounding community, and to make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors for improving the use and operation of Township parks and open spaces.  P&R meets at 7:00 PM at the Oakbourne Mansion on the third Tuesday of each month.  All Township meetings are open to the public.

If you are a Westtown Township resident and would like to get contribute your time and talent to your community, then consider joining the Parks & Recreation Commission. Interested residents should submit their resume and brief letter of interest to administration@westtown.org. Applicants must be current in all municipal obligations.

2025 Parks & Rec Programs

Little Tykes Go on Hikes with Hiking Hound Adventures

Westtown P&R has partnered with Hiking Hound Adventures for this series of fun, family-friendly adventures designed for kids ages 3-8! Each themed hike blends exploration, education, and interactive activities. Perfect for young adventurers, these easy hikes encourage outdoor discovery. Join us for a fun hike in Oakbourne Park!  Children must be accompanied by an adult (no fee for adult).

NATURE BINGO: May 20 – 1 PM
STORYBOOK HIKE:  June 22 – 3 PM
ICE CREAM HIKE:  July 14 – 11 AM

The cost is $12 per child.  Meet at the Oakbourne Pavilion. Registration required at: Hiking Hound Adventures

Summer Storytimes in the Park – Wednesdays at 10:30 AM

Enjoy stories, songs, and activities related to animals, nature, and summer!  No registration, no fee. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Bring a blanket or towel for seating. Email parkrec@westtown.org with any questions.

TYSON PARK (901 Oakbourne Road)
June 18, 25 and July 9, 16

OAKBOURNE PARK (1014 S. Concord Road)
July 23, 30 and August 6, 13

Cookbook Club

Join other Westtown residents a the Oakbourne Mansion for our newest program for adults! Each participant will make a dish at home from the selected cookbook and bring it to the Mansion to share. Taste new foods and meet other Westtown cooking enthusiasts!

Thursday, June 26 at 6:30 PM – registration begins May 5, 2025
Epicurious Cookbook by Tanya Steel

Thursday, August 28 at 11:30 AM – registration begins July 7, 2025
Smitten Kitchen Keepers by Deb Perelman

Register in advance by telephone (610) 692-1930 or email parkrec@westtown.org. We will help you choose your recipe from the selected cookbook. Limited to 20 participants.

2025 Events

Past Events

2025 Egg Hike – Saturday April 12, 10 AM to noon

It was a wet and unseasonably cold day, but that did not deter most of our wonderful volunteers from providing treats and fun to over 120 children and their families who participated in the annual Egg Hike at Oakbourne Park.  Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make this event possible and demonstrated that a smile brings warmth even on the chilliest of days.

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2024 Amateur Photography Contest

We received twenty-two photos that met our submission requirements.  The P&R team narrowed the field to ten finalists.  Public voting determined the top three, and the winners were announced at Westtown Day on Sunday, October 6.

Kristin Connell earned second prize for photo of her dog taking a morning swim at the Westtown School Lake.  Kristin received at $75 VISA gift card.

For information on the Township parks, trails, and open space, including pavilion rentals please visit the Parks, Trails, & Open Space page

Commissioners:

• Catherine Clauhs (2026)
• Laura Ruane Dougherty (2027)
• Ken Leidheiser (2026)
• Steve Pirone (2027)
• Maria Gallagher (2009)
• vacant
• vacant

Staff Liaison: Pam Packard