Politics & Government

Allegheny County Parks Department Launches Facebook Page

Parks Department sponsors 'Pictures in the Park' photo contest to celebrate its new Facebook page.

Just click here to find information on sports, leisure, cultural and entertainment activities and events in Allegheny County's nine parks -- Boyce, Deer Lakes, Harrison Hills, Hartwood Acres, North, Round Hill, Settler's Cabin, South and White Oak.

To celebrate its new Facebook page, the parks department is sponsoring a “Pictures in the Park” photo contest.

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Professional and amateur photographers may submit digital photos of the county parks or park activities to picturesinthepark@alleghenycounty.us.

Allegheny County’s nine parks provide numerous opportunities for park-goers to capture images of beautiful scenery and wildlife, as well as memorable moments and fun activities.

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The photographs will be added to an album on the Allegheny County Parks Facebook page. Residents will select the contest winner by “liking” their favorite photo. The winner will receive a prize package valued at more than $150 that includes:

  •  2011 individual season pass to the Boyce Park ski slopes and snowtubing area;
  • 2011 individual season pass to the ice skating rinks in North and South parks;
  • 2012 individual season pass to the county pools in Boyce, North, Settlers Cabin and South parks; and
  • Tour of the Hartwood Mansion at Hartwood Acres Park.

All photos must be submitted by July 18. Voting will close on July 31. Photos submitted of images other than those of the county parks are not eligible. Once submitted, photographs become the property of Allegheny County.

Residents also are encouraged to visit the Allegheny County Parks Facebook page and share their stories of a favorite memory or special moment in one of the nine parks. While there, residents may view the photo entries and vote on their favorite.

The Facebook link is www.facebook.com/AlleghenyCountyParks


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