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PARKS & GREENWAYS REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org 95 PART THREE 6. Harold D. Ritter Park 301 W. Lochmere Drive, 27511 A favorite for families, Ritter Park boasts multiple slides, a sky wheel climber, a climbing wall, and a sand area that includes a small play house, and sand diggers. Other highlights include two spring rider toys and a scrambler whirl in addition to sports fields and courts and a picnic shelter. Hours: Sunrise to sunset; in lighted areas where visitors are participating in an approved extended use activity, hours are extended until 30 minutes after the completion of the activity or 11 p.m. Features: 2 baseball/softball fields, 1 basketball slab, playground, picnic shelter, picnic tables, and restrooms. 7. Heater Park 400 S. West Street, 27511 Heater Park is an open space park—perfect for playing catch with Fido, throwing a Frisbee, and taking in the sights and sounds of the great outdoors. Hours: Sunrise to sunset Features: Open space 8. Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve 2616 Kildaire Farm Road, 27518 A visit to Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve is sure to captivate and delight. Whether you are an avid birdwatcher or simply seeking solitude outdoors, Hemlock Bluffs offers a variety of outdoor opportunities. The Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs provides interactive, educational nature exhibits and historical exhibits from the Piedmont of North Carolina. The nature center also provides nature education programs for all ages throughout the year. Stevens Nature Center Hours: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday- Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday; The Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve Hours: 9 a.m.-sunset Features: Eastern Hemlock trees and other mountain plant species, access to approximately 3 miles of mulched nature trails, scenic overlooks, excellent bird and wildlife watching opportunities and areas for quiet nature reflection. 9. Lexie Lane Park 301 N. Dixon Avenue, 27513 Located just outside the heart of Downtown Cary, Lexie Lane Park provides recreational and sports league fun for all ages with ball fields and a basketball court as well as a playground with mulch ground cover. Hours: Sunrise to sunset; in lighted areas where visitors are participating in an approved extended use activity, hours are extended until 30 minutes after the completion of the activity or 11 p.m. Features: 1 baseball/softball field, 1 basketball slab, playground, and restrooms c Cary Dog Parks Jack Smith Park, 9725 Penny Road Godbold Park, 2050 N.W. Maynard Road Open daily 7 a.m.–10 p.m. The Town of Cary Dog Parks provide a place for dog owners to let their pets run safely without a leash. Features include separate, lighted areas for small and large dogs; wood chip ground cover; benches; water stations; pet cleanup areas; and a five-foot-high fence with an electronic gate. REQUIREMENTS FOR PARK USE 1. Town of Cary Pet ID tag (one-time fees) • $50 for non-neutered/non-spayed dogs • $10 for neutered/spayed dogs • $5 for neutered/spayed and micro-chipped dogs 2. An annual or day pass (access to both parks) • Annual pass for single dog: $40 for residents, $80 for non-residents • Annual pass multiple dogs: $60 for residents $120 for non-residents • Day pass: $5 for residents; $10 for non-residents 3. A registration form and waiver. Forms must be completed and signed by the dog owner. A vet's proof of neuter/spay and/or micro-chipping and proof of rabies vaccinations are required. ID tags and passes can be obtained at any of the three community centers in Cary. For registration forms, visit bit.ly/ZfMJqZ For more information, call (919) 469-4061.