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Scrub Jay 5k – 10k Race

The 12th Annual Scrub Jay 5k and 10k  Race will be held on Saturday, February 18, 2012. Click here to register online. You can download a registration form here Race day registration and packet pick up begins at 6:45 am … Continue reading

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National Public Lands Day

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New Mower

The Friends of Oscar Scherer Park purchased a new lawn mower for the park. The Gravely mower sports a 48′ deck for cutting a wide swath of grass. The new mower will be used by both the Friends and park … Continue reading

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New Cart Purchased

The Friends of Oscar Scherer Park recently purchased a new electric cart for the use of the Park Rangers. The new vehicle is used on a daily basis for Park maintenance. It has a tighter turning radius and more power … Continue reading

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Earth Day 2011

Join us for our Earth Day Celebration. These musicians are scheduled to perform: 11:00     Kevin McGuire 11:45     Jay TurtleHawk 12:20     CCCarter Band 1:10      Richard Brobst & Train of Water 2:00      Ishmael Katz 3:00      Mindy Simmons 3:50      Jim Gromko

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Lake Osprey Trail Opened

Saturday June 5, 2010 was a banner day for The Friends of Oscar Scherer Park.  A brand new trail was opened that features barrier free access to all.  Now, families with children in strollers, people in wheel chairs and those … Continue reading

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Dedication and Opening of New Lake Osprey Trail

The Friends of Oscar Scherer State Park Inc. are pleased to announce the the new Lake Osprey Trail will be officially opened on Saturday June 5, 2010. Ceremonies are from 12:30 – 2:00 PM.  More Information here. The trail is … Continue reading

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10th Anniversary Scrub Jay 5K and 10K Runs, 2010

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10th ANNUAL Scrub-Jay 5K/10K RUN

10th ANNUAL Scrub-Jay 5K/10K RUN   Saturday, February 20, 2010             TIME: 5K Run @ 7:45 AM 10K Run @ 8:30 AM 1 mile Walk/Hike @ 8:10 AM     The course is mostly hard-packed sand and grass trails through the Park’s … Continue reading

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Music in the Park and Strawberries ‘n Ice Cream on February 14th

Don’t miss the fresh Strawberries ‘n Ice Cream with the MUSIC IN THE PARK at 2 til 4 pm on Sunday February 14th.  “Tymes Past” Carl & Betty Ross duo will be bringing the old traditional and gospel music of … Continue reading

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