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RECREATION
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East Lampeter Township Recreation has a variety of classes that are both ongoing and constantly being added, be sure to check in regularly to see our latest event information!
Upcoming Events:
Yoga in the Park
Enjoy the benefits of yoga in a relaxing outdoor setting at East Lampeter Township Community Park. This welcoming class is designed for all experience levels and blends foundational poses, mindful breathing, and relaxation techniques. Beginners will gain confidence with guided instruction, while experienced participants can deepen their practice. Bring your mat and join us for a refreshing way to move, stretch, and unwind.
Session Information:
Session 1: Tuesdays, May 5–June 9, 2026 6–7 p.m.
Registration Deadline: Sunday, May 3, 2026
Session 2: Tuesdays, June 23–July 28, 2026 6–7 p.m.
Registration Deadline: Sunday, June 21, 2026
Location:
East Lampeter Township Community Park
Meet at Lions Pavilion, 2330 Hobson Road
Cost: $35 Residents | $45 Non-Residents
Registration: Advance registration is required. Join us for a peaceful and energizing yoga experience in the park.
Chair Yoga: A Gentle Fitness Option for All
Discover the benefits of Chair Yoga, a modified style of yoga that can be practiced while seated or using a chair for support. This gentle approach incorporates traditional yoga elements like breathing techniques and simple physical poses to help improve flexibility, build muscle tone, and reduce stress. Open to all ages and skill levels, Chair Yoga is especially beneficial for seniors and individuals with mobility challenges, but all participants are welcome. Join us to experience a comfortable and supportive way to stay active and improve overall well-being.
Dates:
Session 1: Thursdays, May 7–June 11, 9–10 a.m.
(Session 2: Thursdays, June 25–July 30, 9–10 a.m. COMING SOON!)
Location: East Lampeter Township Public Meeting Room
2250 Old Philadelphia Pike
Lancaster, PA 17602
Cost: $35 for residents / $45 for non-residents (covers the full 6-week session)
Register by: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 12:00 noon for the May 7–June 11, 2026 session
Animal Yoga Book Nook
Stretch, move, and relax during this playful Animal Yoga Book Nook that combines yoga, mindfulness, and engaging picture books! Children will listen to stories while flying like butterflies 🦋, standing tall like trees 🌳, breathing like the ocean 🌊, and discovering the calm within themselves. Participants are encouraged to dress like their favorite animal 🐯🐰 for extra fun! A few yoga mats will be available to share, but feel free to bring your own. A snack will be provided. 🍎 Designed for ages 2–9 years
Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time: 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: East Lampeter Township Public Meeting Room
2250 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602
Cost: $3 resident / $4 non-resident
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 12:00 noon
Beyond Basics Sourdough Workshop – Take Your Baking to the Next Level
Ready to elevate your sourdough skills? Join us for this hands-on workshop designed for bakers who want to troubleshoot challenges and confidently bake flavorful sourdough with inclusions.
In this workshop, you’ll learn:
- How to troubleshoot common bread issues such as dense crumb, poor rise, overproofing, and uneven shaping
- How to use inclusions in sourdough, including nuts, seeds, dried fruits, herbs, spices, and cheese
- Shaping techniques to evenly distribute inclusions and create beautiful, well-structured loaves
- Flavor development, with guidance on pairing inclusions to enhance taste and complexity
- Each participant will shape and bake their own loaf
- A variety of inclusions will be available so you can practice incorporating them into your dough
- Light refreshments and beverages will be provided
What should I bring?
Just yourself. An apron is optional if you would like to stay clean. All baking supplies will be provided.
When: Thursday, May 28
Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Where: Conestoga Valley High School Family & Consumer Science Room (172)
2110 Horseshoe Rd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
Cost: $60 Resident / $78 Non-Resident
Note: Space is limited and registration is required. Register early to secure your spot.
Cones with a Cop
Celebrate the last official day of school with a sweet treat and an opportunity to connect with your local police officers at our Cones with a Cop event. Families are invited to stop by the East Lampeter Township Building to enjoy a FREE ice cream cone, hand-dipped and served by an East Lampeter Township Police Officer. Ice cream for this event is generously sponsored by Fox Meadows Creamery, whose support helps make this special community gathering possible! In addition to enjoying a cool treat, participants will have the chance to explore a police squad car and meet members of the police department in a relaxed, friendly setting. This fun, family-friendly event is a great way to kick off summer, build positive connections, and spend time with friends and neighbors. All ages are welcome.
Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
Time: 1:00–2:30 p.m.
Location: East Lampeter Township Building
2250 Old Philadelphia Pike
Lancaster, PA 17602
Registration Required: Please register by Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 12:00 noon so we can ensure there is enough ice cream for everyone.
A Playground of Possibilities – Summer Playground Program
ELT Recreation, in partnership with the Conestoga Valley School District, is proud to offer A Playground of Possibilities, a summer playground program designed to encourage experiential learning through play.
This program is open to children ages 5–12 and will be held at Conestoga Valley Huesken Middle School (2114 Horseshoe Rd., Lancaster). Participants will enjoy themed weeks and a variety of daily activities, including games, arts and crafts, and sports. Special guest presenters, including Raven Ridge Wildlife, will provide engaging and educational experiences throughout the summer.
This location will also serve as a site for the Summer Food Service Program, and a cold lunch will be provided daily to participating children at no cost.
Program Dates and Times
• June 8 – July 31
• Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Registration and Fees
• Residents: $275 (full 8-week session) Registration
• Non-residents: $350 (full 8-week session) Registration
• Registration deadline: April 24
• Space is limited. Early registration is encouraged.
Sponsorship Opportunities
To help keep this program affordable for families, sponsorship opportunities are available. Multiple sponsorship levels are offered.
Line Dancing: Improver+ — Take Your Skills to the Next Level
Ready to move beyond the basics? Our Line Dancing: Improver+ class is designed for dancers who already have a foundation in line dancing and are ready to learn more challenging routines. Participants will build confidence, expand their step vocabulary, and continue developing their skills in a fun and supportive environment. Instructor Raquel Neighoff will guide dancers through improver-level dances that keep you engaged, active, and progressing each week. While the class is open to all, prior line dancing experience is strongly recommended, as the dances will be more advanced than those taught in beginner classes. Join us for an energetic evening of music, movement, and continued learning as you take your line dancing skills to the next level.
Program Details:
Dates: Mondays, May 11–June 1, 2026 (No Class: May 25, 2026 (Memorial Day))
Time: 6–7:30 p.m.
Cost: $21 Resident/$27 Non-resident
Location: Conestoga Valley Huesken Middle School Cafeteria
2114 Horseshoe Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601
Registration: Pre-registration is required, Click Here to Register
Additional Information:
- Please wear comfortable, non-marking shoes
- Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Sourdough Bread – ADVANCED Workshop
Take your sourdough baking to the next level in this advanced, hands-on workshop designed for experienced bakers. This class focuses on troubleshooting common sourdough challenges while exploring creative inclusions that enhance flavor, texture, and visual appeal.
Participants will learn how to correct issues such as dense crumb, poor rise, overproofing, and uneven shaping. The workshop also covers the use of inclusions—such as nuts, seeds, dried fruits, herbs, spices, and cheese—as well as advanced shaping techniques to ensure even distribution and beautifully structured loaves. Guidance on flavor development and pairing inclusions will help bakers create more complex and well-balanced sourdough.
Each participant will shape and bake their own loaf during class, with a variety of inclusions available for hands-on practice. Light refreshments and beverages will be provided. All baking supplies are included; participants are encouraged to bring an apron if desired.
Date & Time: Thursday, April 16, 2026, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Conestoga Valley High School, Family & Consumer Science Room (172)
Cost: $60 resident / $78 non-resident
Registration: Registration is required by April 10, as ingredients and products must be prepared in advance. Space is limited. Click Here to Register.
Beginning Fishing Workshop – NEW DATE
Cast into a new hobby with our Beginning Fishing Workshop. This hands-on, information-packed class introduces participants to common fish species found in Pennsylvania waters, basic tackle setup, and casting techniques. Participants will also have the opportunity to fish in the creek during the program.
- Fishing rods will be provided; participants are also welcome to bring their own.
- This program is designed for ages 6 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please dress appropriately for the weather and creek bank. Boots or old shoes are recommended.
Date & Time: Thursday, May 7, 2026 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Flory Park, enter via Greenland Drive and Meet at Clark Pavilion
Cost: $5 resident / $7 non-resident
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at noon, Click Here to Register
Babysitting Course
Prepare to become a confident, capable, and responsible babysitter with the American Red Cross Babysitting Course designed for youth ages 11–16. This comprehensive program equips participants with the essential skills needed to safely care for infants and children, including basic child care, planning age-appropriate activities, promoting positive behavior, and responding to common caregiving challenges.
Students will also learn important safety topics such as emergency preparedness, basic first aid, and safe practices for staying home alone with children. Through engaging instruction, hands-on activities, and real-life scenarios, participants build practical knowledge and confidence they can apply immediately. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the program. Please bring a packed lunch.
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: East Lampeter Township Public Meeting Room
2250 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602
Cost: $125 Resident / $162 Non-Resident
Registration Deadline: Click Here to Register, May 7 Space is limited — register early!
Beginner Bird Walk
ELT Rec is partnering with the Lancaster County Bird Club to offer a Beginner Bird Walk designed for all ages and experience levels. This program is ideal for anyone new to birding or for those who would like to refine their bird identification skills. Participants will learn the proper use of binoculars, field guides, and birding apps while exploring the natural setting of Flory Park. A variety of birds, including resident and seasonal migrant species, are expected to be seen. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars if they have them; a limited number will be available to borrow.
Date & Time: Saturday, May 9, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Location: Flory Park, 416 Dohner Dr., Lancaster, PA 17602. Meet at the Clark Pavilion. (Park entrance is off Greenland Dr., which becomes Dohner Dr. along Mill Creek.)
Cost: $2 Resident / $3 Non-Resident
Registration: Space is limited, and registration is required by Friday, May 8, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Click Here to Register
Morning Walking Club
Spring is here—let’s step into the season feeling energized and refreshed! Join our Morning Walking Club, where movement meets motivation.
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:00 AM
- Tuesdays: Trailhead of the Greater Lancaster Heritage Pathway
- Thursdays: East Lampeter Community Park
Why Join?
- Stay Active – Boost your physical and mental well-being.
- Build Connections – Meet fellow community members.
- Feel Inspired – Soak in the fresh air and scenic beauty of the morning.
Whether you’re a seasoned walker or just starting, all are welcome. Lace up your sneakers and start your day on the right foot!
Tuesday’s walk will start at 9:00 AM at the trail head of the Greater Lancaster Heritage Pathway. Parking is located just behind Saint Joseph’s University in Lancaster, where E. Walnut Street and Ben Franklin Blvd meet. This section of the trail is a little over a mile, total walking distance for this walk would be two miles plus. Walkers can walk longer or shorter distance as desired.
Thursday’s walk will take place at East Lampeter Township Community Park at 2330 Hobson Road at 9:00 AM, meeting at Lions Pavilion prior to the start of the walk. This location has a higher level of difficulty because of an incline. The perimeter trail is just over a mile. Participants may choose forgo the hill for less difficulty or complete two laps around the park for increased difficulty.
Participants must register, please Click Here to Register.
PARKS
Park Pavilion and Sports Facility Rentals
The process for reserving pavilions and sports facilities has been updated for 2025. Park Rentals will be available to residents on Jan 2, 2025 and available to everyone else on Jan 16, 2025. Reservations and payments must be completed online after creating and receiving approval for your account on the Township Recreation website. This can be done on a personal device or by using the computer available in the Township Building lobby during regular business hours. Please note, in most circumstances new accounts will be approved the same day during regular township business hours. New accounts will not be approved on Saturday or Sunday. They will be processed the following business day.
Facility Rates
- Pavilion Rentals: Full-day reservations only.
- Ball Field and Volleyball Court Rentals: Available in two-hour blocks, independent of pavilion reservations. Maximum rental: Three blocks per day (six hours total).
| Day | Pavilion Rentals (Resident) | Pavilion Rentals (Non-Resident) | Court/Field Rentals |
| Weekday (Tues/Wed/Thurs) | $65 | $85 | $50 per 2 hr. block |
| Weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon) | $85 | $130 | $50 per 2 hr. block |
Restrooms at our parks open at the beginning of April and closed at the beginning of November each year.
Park Rules and Regulations
Park Rules and Regulations are per Ordinance 293.
East Lampeter Township Parks
Community Park
Lafayette-Tower Park
Flory Park
Gibbon’s Park at Nolt’s Mill
Lancaster Heritage Pathway
Community Park
Location: 2330 Hobson Rd Lancaster PA 17602 on Hobson Road between Old Philadelphia Pike and Lincoln Highway East and between Witmer Road and Elmwood Road.
Size: 26 acres
Park Hours: Open Sunrise to Sunset
Park Features: Park perimeter walking trail that is just over 1 mile long with exercise stations along the trail. The park contains a mini disc golf course, baseball field, sand volleyball court, playground with the tallest slide around and a wooden train to play in, gazebo, 3 pavilions and Community Garden Plots.
Lions Pavilion – holds up to 150 people
Rotary Pavilion – Holds up to 50 people
High Pavilion – Holds up to 150 people
Future Plans: Replacement of some of the exercise stations, rebuilding of the train where kids love to play.
Lafayette-Tower Park
Location: 1905 Woodland Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602 South of Lincoln Hwy (Route 462) Behind Lafayette Fire Company
Size: 10 acres
Park Hours: Open Sunrise to Sunset
Park Features: 0.3-mile walking path, baseball field, playground
Future Plans: Pavilion being designed in 2024 with construction planned for 2025
Flory Park
Location: 416 Dohner Dr, Lancaster, PA 17602 Please note that the the entrance to Flory Park is off of Greenland Rd and the park is located along Mill Creek behind Dohner Dr.
Size: 43 acres
Park Hours: Open Sunrise to Sunset
Park Features: 2 baseball fields, playground with new equipment in 2023, 1 pavilion, paved and unpaved walking trails
Clark Pavilion – holds up to 95 people
Gibbons Park at Nolt’s Mill
In 2015, East Lampeter Township acquired a 15-acre property located along Mill Creek between Old Philadelphia Pike and the Amtrak railroad bridge. Based upon the history of the area in this part of the Township as well as the development and operation of the historic mill property adjacent to this property, the Township Park Board recommended, and the Board of Supervisors approved the park name in early 2016. The design of a passive recreation park for fishing and walking is planned and, once developed, will be the easternmost and northernmost Township-owned recreation facility. A potential canoe and kayak launch has been designed and the Township is seeking funding for construction. In 2020, East Lampeter Township acquired the adjacent mill property.
Lancaster Heritage Pathway (LHP)
The LHP is proposed as a commuter and recreational route for bicyclists and pedestrians by the Lancaster County Active Transportation Plan. When completed in its entirety, the pathway will traverse over 12 miles from east to west through the center of Lancaster County. The constructed section within East Lampeter is situated on the public lands owned by PennDOT and will connect with the bicycle trail and lane system currently being developed in the City of Lancaster at the Route 30 and Walnut Street interchange. 1.1 miles of the Pathway and a trail head with parking facilities has been constructed behind the Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences in East Lampeter Township. Funding for a 1.5-mile extension of the pathway eastward and another trailhead at Giest Road, which is the East Lampeter Township boundary with Upper Leacock Township, continues to be pursued by the East Lampeter Township Board of Supervisors. East Lampeter Township is also studying the possibility of a connection along Oak Grove Road to Pitney Road to provide a loop within the pathway system.
Tree and Bench Donations
Township residents that wish to donate trees or benches for Township parks in remembrance of a loved. October Glory Maple trees will be planted in Flory Park and Lafayette-Tower Park on a first come, first served basis. For a donation of $400.00, an October Glory Maple tree will be planted, and a plaque will be installed under the tree to remember a donor’s loved one. All memorial trees, benches, and plaques are installed and maintained by Township staff. Trees and plaques will be located along walking paths in the parks. Specific tree and plaque locations will be selected by the Township. Approximately 50 of these kinds of trees were planted in Community Park on Hobson Road with great success. Community Park is now fully planted along Memorial Lane so this program is being extended to the other Township parks. Please fill out the donation form and forward it to:
East Lampeter Township
2250 Old Philadelphia Pike
Lancaster, PA 17602
If you have any questions, please contact the Township office at (717) 393-1567 or e-mail the Public Works Director.
Conestoga Valley Park Plan
Please click here for information regarding the Conestoga Valley Park Plan.
Mini Disc Golf at Community Park
The 18 hole public Mini Disc Golf Course in Community Park located at Hobson Road is open and ready for play. Mini Discs may be purchased at the front desk of the Township Building Administration Office between the hours of 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday thru Friday. The cost for the discs is $2.50 each. Only mini discs may be used to play this course. Frisbees are not permitted. Proceeds go toward park maintenance.
