The Parks and Recreation Department coordinates a wide range of programs and other activities throughout the year. Brochures are published quarterly containing program and registration information. The Department maintains a network of 12 town parks and facility reservations for the Apple Barn, Simsbury Farms and town parks. An up-to-date list of representatives of all civic groups and youth sports organizations is also maintained.
Administrative Staff
Gerard Toner, Director
John Thibeault, Recreation Supervisor
Tom Tyburski, Recreation Supervisor
Rebecca Riendeau, Administrative Secretary
Simsbury Farms Recording - 658-2512
Simsbury Farms Complex - 658-3836
Simsbury Farms Golf Course - 658-6246
Park Maintenance
Orlando Casiano, Parks Superintendent
Walter Soule,Parks Foreman
Travis Cromack Tom Gaghan
Don Arsenault Ethan Deeds
Marcel Lacharite Stephen Gingras
Tom Tracey Walter Anderson
Golf Course Maintenance
Michael Wallace, Superintendent
Lawrence Gauvain
Randall Niederwerfer
Steve Mainville
The Culture, Parks and Recreation Department, is responsible for the maintenance and development of over 1,600 acres of Town owned parks and open space and provides quality leisure opportunities which contribute to the environment, needs and interests of the community. The focal point of the Town's recreational facilities is the 235 acre Simsbury Farms Recreational Complex. Located on the site of the former Orkil Farms, Simsbury Farms opened in 1972 and includes an 18 hole golf course, covered outdoor skating rink, outdoor pool area, four lighted tennis courts, two lighted paddle tennis courts, and the 2.5 mile David Emott Memorial Family Fitness Trail.
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