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REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org 153 PARKS PART THREE 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. Lions Park 815 Tanglewood Drive, 27511 Lions Park is home to many youth and athletic leagues, including baseball and softball. Catch a game on the bleachers and root for your favorite athlete! Hours: Sunrise to sunset Features: 2 baseball/softball fields: Mills field and Franklin field, picnic tables, and restrooms. MacDonald Woods Park 1601 Seabrook Avenue, 27511 Whether you are in the mood for a little basketball or just want a nice shaded play to open play, MacDonald Woods Park fits the bill. The Hinshaw Greenway bisects the eastern side of the park and connects to the US Hwy 1/64 pedestrian bridge that leads to the Kids Together Playground at Marla Dorrel Park. Hours: Sunrise to sunset Features: Trail access to Hinshaw Greenway, 1 basketball slab, 1 open play field, playground, and picnic tables. Marla Dorrel Park 111 Thurston Drive, 27518 Home of the Kid's Together Playground, Marla Dorrel Park isn't your typical suburban park. Unique elements include a dragon climbing structure (named KATAL), progressive design elements and landscaping, and a play area where kids of all physical and mental abilities can enjoy fully- integrated play in a multi-sensory environment that challenges both muscles and minds. The park connects to a pedestrian overpass linking it to MacDonald Woods. The trail crosses stream that runs adjacent to the park and a small wetland can be found close by. Hours: Sunrise to sunset Features: 1 basketball slab, 1 multi-use slab, playground, picnic shelter, picnic tables, and restrooms. c Cary Dog Parks Godbold Park, 2050 N.W. Maynard Road Jack Smith Park, 9725 Penny 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 screening and an electronic entrance 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 (includes 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) 380-2765.