WHAT’S NEW

This picture will be changing!  Developments The lower ponds will finally undergo significant changes. Two grants have been awarded to the Park District to create a beautiful catch and release large fishing pond complete with ADA pier and boardwalk.  Work to...

The Romich Pavilion was partially funded by the Romich Foundation and named after Barry Romich's parents. The pavilion holds ten picnic tables (four handicapped accessible) with an occupancy total of 90 people. A small grill is available along electric outlets. The...

Denny Jordan Congratulations to Denny Jordan for receiving the Wayne County Soil and Water Conservation District Conservation Education Award!  Denny accepted the award at the District's annual meeting November 07, 2019.  Denny is pictured with the Wayne SWCD...

WAYNE COUNTY PARK DISTRICT AND FRIENDS OF THE WAYNE COUNTY PARK DISTRICT ARE PLEASED ACKNOWLEDGE THE WORK OF OUR VOLUNTEERS EACH YEAR!2021 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR - MIKE FRANKS2020 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR - KAREN GRAHAM2019 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR - GEORGE SHOPBELL

As a reminder, when visiting Barnes Preserve, ALL dogs are to remain on a leash AT ALL TIMES. This ensures the safety of all park visitors. 

LOST AND FOUNDPlease check back here for any Lost and Found Items at the Preserve.

CHECKOUT META-FACEBOOK PAGE,  "A WALK AT BARNES PRESERVE" BY MIKE FRANKS Check out "A Walk at Barnes Preserve" by Mike Franks on Meta-Facebook!

WAYNE COUNTY PARKS STRATEGIC PLAN Throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Barnes Preserve has experienced an increased use by residents in and outside of Wayne County. The Board has recognized this increase of outdoor recreation as part of a growing trend and wish to...