Pickleball Courts Elevates Recreation at Blandair Park: Officials have marked the start of Phase 6 at Blandair Regional Park in Columbia, a significant expansion featuring new amenities designed to enhance recreational opportunities for the community. The development, situated on the park’s west side, includes the construction of a 15,000-square-foot skate park, six new pickleball courts, two lighted basketball courts, and additional parking.
Community Impact
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball highlighted the significance of this phase: “This next phase of Blandair Regional Park’s expansion is set to deliver an exciting array of new amenities designed to meet the diverse recreational needs of our community. From the thrill of a state-of-the-art skatepark to the friendly competition on new pickleball and basketball courts, this phase promises something for everyone. These additions, coupled with expanded parking and improved walkways, will enhance the park’s accessibility and further solidify Blandair’s position as a premier destination for recreation in Howard County.”
Skate Park and Pickleball Courts
The new skate park will cater to various wheel sports, accommodating different riding styles, terrain preferences, and skill levels, establishing it as a premier destination in Howard County. The addition of these six pickleball courts complements the existing facilities across the county, which now include 16 dedicated pickleball courts, eight newly opened courts at Western Regional Park, two at Atholton Park, and a total of 41 blended-lined outdoor courts and 28 indoor lined courts.
Commitment to Community
Nick Mooneyhan, director of Recreation and Parks, emphasized the community-centric approach of the project: “The new amenities that will be constructed at Blandair Regional Park are a testament to our commitment to listening to the community and investing in the spaces that matter most to our residents.”
Existing Park Features
Blandair Regional Park continues to offer a wide array of features including Laura’s Place, an inclusive ADA-compliant playground, two lighted synthetic baseball fields, three lighted multipurpose fields, lighted tennis courts, restrooms, a backyard games area with bocce, croquet, and horseshoes, pavilions, an adult skills course, a smaller playground, and connecting pathways with multiple parking lots.
News in Brief : Pickleball Courts Elevates Recreation at Blandair Park
Howard County has commenced the sixth phase of development at Blandair Regional Park, adding a 15,000-square-foot skate park, six pickleball courts, and two lighted basketball courts. This expansion aims to enhance recreational options and accessibility, solidifying the park’s status as a premier community destination. The new skate park will cater to various skill levels and riding styles, while the addition of pickleball courts increases the county’s total to 16 dedicated courts. This project underscores the county’s commitment to investing in facilities that meet community needs.
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