The mission of the Parks and Grounds Department is to provide park and grounds maintenance services that are appropriate, cost-effective, and of the highest quality. The employees work to preserve and enhance Westford's active and passive recreation areas, municipal grounds, monuments, playgrounds, beaches, skate park, sand volleyball court, tennis and basketball courts.

Field Use Permits, Facility List, and EBC Site Application

Learn more about the Field Use Permits and Field Safety Information, the Parks & Recreation Facility List, and the Stony Brook Conservation Land - EBC Site Application.

Parks & Recreation Commission

View details and a full member list of the Parks and Recreation Commission. 

New Seasons New Programs at Westford Parks & Recreation 

Westford Parks & Recreation Spring-Summer programs are now available online at westfordrec.com.

Westford Partnership for Children (WPC)  After-School Enrichment 

Parks & Recreation welcomes you to the Spring 2021 Westford Partnership for Children After School Enrichment Program for children K-5

WPC REGISTRATION STARTS MONDAY, APRIL 5. 
Visit our website at westfordrec.com for status updates, or call our office at 978-692-5532.

Since 2004, WPC has provided the Westford community with a safe, stimulating, and fun environment for Westford’s school children during after school hours. WPC’s experienced staff fosters meaningful relationships with each student, while focusing on three critical concepts: safety, positive youth development, and academic enrichment and support.

This spring’s WPC will run from April 26 through June 18, Monday through Friday, from school dismissal to 5:45 p.m. The program is available to all of Westford’s K-5 students and will operate at the following schools: Crisafulli (3-5), Nabnasset (K-2) and Robinson Schools (K-2).

WPC participants who attend Crisafulli, Nabnasset or Robinson will be dismissed to the
WPC program from their classrooms.
 
Miller School children may attend either the Nabnasset or Robinson Schools.
Transportation to Nabnasset and Robinson school must be provided by the parent.

Abbot or Day children may attend the Crisafulli school.
Transportation to the Crisafulli school must be provided by the parent.

For financial aid information, please visit the following link: 
https://westfordma.gov/1399/CDBG-Childcare-Subsidy-Program

 Visit westfordrec.com for recreation program updates, or call our office at 978-692-5532. 

Westford Parks & Recreation 2021 Summer Weekly Program Offerings

FUN-FILLED WITH GREAT ACTIVITIES ALL SUMMER LONG! FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING OPTIONS!
Parks & Recreation Summer Weekly programs for children are packed with activities designed for each program’s mission and age group. Led by the Site Directors who run our popular afterschool enrichment program (WPC), these lively, full-week programs are staffed with energetic counselors – high school and college aged – who are First Aid and CPR certified.

SUMMER WEEKLY PROGRAM Online Registration is Open at westfordrec.com Learn More >

Summer Beach Party at Destination Exploration, East Boston Camps - Learn more>
Program coverage during the first and last two weeks of summer.
For ages 4-13, Monday-Friday
Directors: Parks & Rec Staff Site Directors
Three-week program with full-day, full-week or partial week, early arrival, and extended day options. Week 1 from June 21-25; Week 2 and 3 from August 16-27.

Kids Club - Learn more>
Fast-Paced, fun-filled activities, both inside and outdoors, for children at all levels. 
For ages 4-13, Monday-Friday
Directors: Parks & Rec Staff Site Directors 
Seven-week program with full-day, full-week or partial week, early arrival, extended day, and swim lesson options. These seven weekly programs run from June 28 through August 18, 2021.

Destination Exploration  - Learn more>
Classic summertime activities in a classic summertime setting
at East Boston Camps (EBC).
For ages 7-13, Monday-Friday
Directors: Parks & Rec Staff Site Directors
Seven-week program with full-day, full-week or partial week, early arrival, and extended day options. These seven weekly programs run from June 28 through August 18, 2021.

For financial aid information, please visit the following link:
https://westfordma.gov/1399/CDBG-Childcare-Subsidy-Program

Beaches, Swimming and more with Westford Parks & Rec

The Edwards Beach and Forge Pond Beach 2020 season ran from June 29 through August 23, with the following hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For 2021 beach season updates visit About Waterfront at westfordrec.com. For additional information, or to register for 2021 recreation programs, including swim Lessons, and other summer activities, visit Summer Weekly Programs and Spring-Summer Programs at westfordrec.com. 

Bathrooms are available at Forge Pond Beach and Edwards Beach during the summer season only.

For information about the Town of Westford Season Beach Pass for nonresidents, visit About Waterfront, at westfordrec.com.

Edwards Beach and Forge Pond are community resources to be enjoyed by the public year round from dawn to dusk. During the off-season, please help us keep these facilities clean by following a Carry-in/carry-out trash protocol. We appreciate your help!

Winter Clean Up Reminder for Westford Cemeteries 

  
Please remember that artificial flowers, wreaths, sprays, and potted decorations are only permitted from December 1st through April 1st. Baskets or other containers, not of a permanent nature, must be removed by the owners if they choose to preserve them, otherwise they will be removed. One flower bed is allowed on each monument lot and cannot extend more than 12" from the base of the monument.

Learn more about Westford Cemeteries and the Westford Cemetery Commission.