Volunteer Park Monitor Program
According to our agreement with Lynchburg's City Council, the dog park must be monitored by volunteers for the first sx months of operation. The park can only be open when we have a volunteer monitor present. Find our more details here.
Volunteers must attend ONE of the following volunteer monitor training sessions:
Saturday, June 2, 10 am to Noon, or
Sunday, June 10, from 2pm to 4 pm
Both sessions will be held on the main level of The Miller Center, at 301 Grove Street, Lynchburg, VA 24501 (either in Room 101 or the Auditorium).
Thank you for your support!
Update on Dog Park Construnction and Fundraising
Phase I ($40,000) consists of the basic structure for the off-leash dog park, mainly the fencing, basic masonry, waste stations, and signage needed to open the park to the public. We have recently received contractor quotes for Phase I and anticipate opening the dog park in mid- to late-June. WOOF! WOOF!
Although we are working with a tight Phase I budget, we anticipate construction can proceed in phases. Thank you for your patience and please bear with us to ensure we have a quality and safe park when complete!
Phase II ($82,000) consists of the additional features, amenities, and landscaping needed to make the park more comfortable and attractive.
The total cost to build the dog park is $122,000. FLDP has begun our Phase II capital campaign! DO check out our updated dog park brochure
here, which also includes a landscape rendering of the park. Unlike fundraising for Phase I when we had to have a minimum amount prior to construction, Phase II will proceed continuously as monies become available to include additional features.
If you would like to donate, NOW is an ideal time as you will be helping to build a better dog park! Honor or memorialize a special human or canine friend in your life, or promote your business or organization through one of the "Golden Paw" giving opportunities.
The dog park is the ideal, high-traffic location with great visibility to show-off your affection and appreciation for that special loved-one in your life, or to advertise your business among the area's dog lovers and outdoor enthusiasts! From bricks and banners, to plaques and park naming opportunities, there's something for every budget. Additionally, we have now reduced the price of FLDP's engraved fundraiser bricks and stones to make them more affordable. (If you purchased at the higher prices, you will get the next level up!).
Please see our
Donation and
Giving Levels pages for more info, or you may make a donation of any amount on the PayPal-secure web site or to the address below.
FLDP plans to lay bricks before the end of 2012. Hurry! Please place your brick orders by September 15, 2012 to ensure installation during the current campaign!
Please note the Pet and Family Photo Day has been postponed until further notice.