The New Hanover Township Recreation Committee is sponsored and supported by New Hanover Township and is governed by the Board of Supervisors. The Recreation Committee is comprised of volunteers who are committed to providing recreational activities for the residents of the community and also in fostering community spirit. The costs of the programs are entirely funded from Township funds or are supplemented by Township funds and are offered to New Hanover Township residents and to Upper Frederick Township residents whose Township contributes to the cost of the programs. Volunteers are needed to lighten the load of the committee members; membership on the committee is not necessary to assist in projects. We welcome your inquiry as to how you could be of assistance.

• Summer Recreation for Children - this program is offered for children having completed Kindergarten and those entering sixth grade. It typically takes place during the month of July from 9:00 AM to 12 noon. The program will take place at the New Hanover Township Community Park, 2766 Gail Drive The program is directed and staffed by the YMCA of Boyertown and combines indoor and outdoor activities for the children. We look forward to a camp type atmosphere at the Community Park.  This program is non-academic oriented. Registration fee is  $35.00 a child or $80.00 for a family of 3 or more children.  Registration June 1 thru June 22.  Late fee charged for any registration after June 22 ($5/child $20/family).
   
• Summer Swim for Children - this program is offered for children ages 5 through 12. The program is conducted in accordance with Red Cross regulations.  Location:  Camp Laughing Waters, Hildebeidel Road.   Program is open to children of New Hanover and Upper Frederick Townships.    Session #1 runs from June 25 through July 6 and Session #2 from July 23 through August 3.  Classes are scheduled according to skill level between the hours of 1:30 and 5:30 PM at a cost of $17.00 per child per session.
   
• Winter Recreation for Children – this program is offered for elementary school age children at the New Hanover/Upper Frederick Elementary School one evening weekly for a six-week period from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. The program is directed and staffed by the YMCA of Boyertown and is structured to give all children equal opportunity to participate in non-competitive activities. 
   

• Adult and Sr. High Basketball and Volleyball  – this program takes place at the Boyertown Junior High School East and is for those in the 10^th, 11^th, 12^th grades and adults. It runs approximately eleven weeks January through April depending on school availability. The program is at no cost to New Hanover or Upper Frederick Townships participants, those not residents of New Hanover or Upper Frederick Townships, but reside in the Boyertown Area School District,  are asked to contribute a $2.00 fee per evening.

• Golf Clinics - New this Year - details under headlines and events.
   

New Hanover Community Park

The Township Supervisors have been actively pursuing and acquiring open space and park properties for the welfare and enjoyment of the residents of the community. Acquisitions have been made possible by expenditures of Township funds, donations of open space required of developers when subdividing property, and awarding of grant monies. The parks are open to the public from dawn to dusk. We ask that you familiarize yourself with the park rules while enjoying the facility and that you report any suspicious behaviors/actions to the Police Department. Park reservations can be made by filing an application at the Township office. Those areas designated as Township parks are as follows:

• New Hanover Community Park – located at 2766 Gail Drive. This park is approximately 12 acres in area with an annexed area of an additional 8.4 acres and was the first park acquired by the Township. The park has a paved (approx. 1/2 mile) walking/ jogging trail around its perimeter. The park has been developed through the efforts of the volunteers, Township staff, and paid independent contractors. Donations of time, materials and grant monies have helped make the improvements possible. The most recent improvements include the roller/deck hockey rink, indoor public restroom and the pavilion. Other improvements include a basketball court, softball field, tot lot, Frisbee golf course, improvements to the community building and paved parking and driveway access stripped for walking/jogging and biking. This site also hosts the Township annual Fall Frolic.
   
• Swamp Creek Park – this park encompasses approximately 27 acres and is located at 3179 Reifsnyder Road. The park has a paved one-mile walking/jogging trail around its perimeter with rest stations at several points along the way. The grassy area of the park is groomed at all times and frequently enjoyed by model airplane flyers. Improvements, including the construction of a pavilion, have been made to this site by the Spring Meadow Radio Control Modelers. Anyone wishing to fly model airplanes at this site can obtain a permit at the Township office.
   
• Pleasant Run Park – this park is located at 600 Schultz Road and is a passive recreation area containing 11.5 acres of grassy, maintained open space, a parking area and a pond. Fishing, picnicking, and outdoor sports activities are permitted at this site. A marriage ceremony took place at this park in September, 2001.
   
• Deep Creek Park – this park is located along Pleasant Run Road, often referred to as Deep Creek Road, and is a passive recreation site boasting a variety of natural species of vegetation, birds, butterflies, and wildlife. The park is maintained and it is hopeful that one day will have walking trails and boardwalks with signage explaining the natural features being observed. Nature walks, bird sighting and picnicking are appropriate activities for this area.
   
• Layfield Park – this park is located along Dotterer Road and also has access to Swamp Pike. It is currently a passive site and is in its natural state.  Currently a master plan is being prepared by the Layfield Park Advisory Committee; public is invited to attend all meetings and to offer suggestions and comments.
   
• Middle Creek Park – this park is located along Dotterer Road just east of North Charlotte Street. The park adjoins the site of the  YMCA facility and presently contains two soccer fields and a softball field.  The Township is grateful to the Boyertown Soccer Club and the Pine Forge Athletic Association for their contributions toward the construction of the fields. The fields will be used by these clubs as well as be available to the community. Information about the Boyertown Soccer Club can be found on their website at www.BoyertownSoccer Club.net.

Each year the Township hosts a community day dubbed "The Fall Frolic". This event is scheduled to take place at the New Hanover Community Park September 20, 2008 with a rain date of September 21, 2008 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.  This event has been very successful and is offered to the community at minimal costs. Prior year events included a horse and pony show, pony rides,  moon bounce, pumpkin painting, cookie decorating, fire company demonstrations, music, clowns, jugglers, golf, bridge walk, story time, games, prizes, food and a beautiful day spent enjoying the outdoors! Look for more information in the Township’s newsletter, The Harbinger.