Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation
Ada's Department of Parks & Recreation offers:
- Parks and Open Spaces to explore
- Trail Systems to hike, bike and paddle
- Recreation Programs for all ages
- Softball registrations, schedule and stats
- Facility Rentals for public and private events
- Ways to Get Involved with the parks
Thank you for a great summer of youth programs!
Ada parks had a great summer of youth programming thanks to a caring staff, dedicated parents and awesome kids! Programs included: Day camps offered for ages 6-11 with various themes and fun filled half day programs offered for ages 3-12. Themes and activities include, fishing, biking, canoeing, art, sports, and much more!
Look for summer 2020's program packet this February
For more fun in Ada Township Parks come to Fall Family Night!
October 10 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm at Ada Township Park
$3/ adult $2/ youth or $8/family
Come join us for cider and donuts, and pumpkin painting! Then take your family around the park to stop at learning stations about creatures in the park, fall foliage, and outdoor recreation opportunities for the fall.
Overview:
Ada Township contains over 1,000 acres of public land available for recreational pursuits. The community's outstanding natural features have resulted in a number of regional recreational facilities being located in the area, including a large Kent County park and extensive State Game Area lands. In addition, Ada Township has four community parks operated by the township government and several school facilities available to the public.
Updates:
Proposed Application for Michigan DNR Recreation Grant Funds
Ada Township is considering submitting an application for a Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The proposed grant-funded project includes a new development phase at the Roselle Park, located at 101 Grand River Dr., Ada, 49301. Proposed park improvements include a new open-air picnic shelter, an accessible picnic area, pathway connections, renovations to the old parking lot, work on the silos and playground amenities.
The Ada Township Board will be taking public comment on the proposed project and grant application at its regular meeting on Monday, March 11, 2019, at 7:00 P.M, held in the Assembly Room, Ada Township Offices, 7330 Thornapple River Dr., Ada, Michigan.
Members of the public are invited to comment on the proposed project and grant application, either at the meeting or in writing addressed to the Ada Township Board, PO Box 370, Ada, MI 49301.
Jacqueline Smith, Ada Township Clerk
Roselle Park Plan Enlargement Area/ Project Area
Roselle Park Shelter And Parking Opinion of Probable Costs
Millage Information
The Parks, Recreation and Land Preservation Program is supported in part with funds from the Ada Township Parks Millages and the Parks and Land Preservation Millage. In August 2016 Ada township residents voted "Yes" to renew and combine these two millages into one Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation Program millage.
Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation Plan 2017
Ada Township has adopted a new 5-year plan to guide its parks, recreation and land preservation program. Thanks to everyone who provided valuable input regarding our community's parks, trails, and recreation facilities. Check here for a copy of the draft2017 Ada Township Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation Plan.