WILMINGTON, MA — The Wilmington Dog Park opens for play on Wednesday, June 15th with an “Unleashing Ceremony” to take place at 8:00 am. The Dog Park is located at Town Park, 823 Main Street. The public and pooches are invited to attend.
The Dog Park consists of two fenced-in areas; a 13,500 square foot area for all dogs, and a 6,600 square foot area for small dogs only. Obstacles in each area include hoops, tubes, and stumps. The Park is open to all licensed dogs. Dogs must wear a collar with valid tags displayed at all times. It is a carry-in, carry-out facility, meaning owners must take all refuse, including pet waste, from the park. Owners are asked to be kind and leave nothing behind.
The idea for a dog park was raised during the planning for the Yentile Farm Recreational Facility. A dog park was consistently rated highly in the public surveys as a desired feature. It was determined that Yentile Farm was not a suitable site for a dog park. With guidance from Selectman and Yentile Farm Development Committee Chair, Judy O’Connell, the Town sought a more suitable location. Town Park was selected due in part to its proximity to a highly popular trail frequented by many dog owners.
The Town is also seeking to establish a “Friends Group” consisting of residents interested in helping champion the park, to keep it safe and enjoyable for dogs and their owners. If you are interested, contact Animal Control Officer, Chris Sullivan, by tweeting #WilmDogPark to @WilmingtonACO, or call Animal Control at 978-658-5071.
For more information about the Unleashing Ceremony, contact the Recreation Department at 978-658-4270.
(NOTE: The above press release is from Wilmington Town Hall.)
Like Wilmington Apple on Facebook. Follow Wilmington Apple on Twitter. Subscribe to Wilmington Apple’s daily email newsletter HERE. Got a comment, question, photo, press release, or news tip? Email wilmingtonapple@gmail.com.
Wilmington Apple 
I can’t believe that trash cans for pet waste can’t be provided and picked up by the town. I’m very excited for this dog park to open but every dog park i’ve been to has at least trash bins for people to place their dog waste.