Information about the Nelson County Parks and Recreation Department

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Nelson County Parks and Recreation Department is to serve the citizens of Nelson County by providing comprehensive recreational programs and facilities that satisfy leisure needs and improve the quality of life.

Staff:
Emily Harper, Director
Gary Cody, Recreation Technician
            
How to Reach Us:
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 442  Lovingston, VA 22949
Phone: (434) 263-7130
Information Line (Cancellations & Announcements): (434) 263-7131
Fax:     (434) 263-6022
Email: eharper@nelsoncounty.org ; or  gcody@nelsoncounty.org
Administrative Office:    8445 Thomas Nelson Highway Room 101,  Lovingston, VA

Directions to the Nelson Center:
Located on Route 29 south in the town of Lovingston.
The Nelson Center was the old Lovingston Elementary School.

New Programs:
NCPRD is interested in offering new programs and activities. If there is a program or activity that you would like to see offered, or if you or someone you know has experience instructing classes or creating new exciting programs, please contact us.

Volunteer Opportunities:
NCPRD needs volunteers to help with coaching, officiating, and to assist with various activities. If you are interested please contact us.

  Policies:

  • Nelson County residents will be given priority for any program or activity. Participants are allowed only in areas of a facility designated by NCPRD.
  • If you are a person with a disability and desire accommodations to participate in an activity, please call the NCPRD office at least five days prior to the activity.


    Logo of Nelson County, Virginia