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Parks and Recreation

CONTACT INFORMATION

General Park Inquires

(269) 381-4328

Katie Bush, Parks & Recreation Director

(269) 381-4328

Katie Justa, Parks & Recreation Program Coordinator

(269) 381-4328

Jodi Adkisson, Park Manager

(269) 381-4328

Parks

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Program Offerings

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Adult Softball

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Robert Morris Pavilion Rental

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Merrill Park Pavilion Rental

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Community Garden

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Farmers Market

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News & Announcements

It's Time to Register for Adult Softball

2025 Fall Deadline: August 1st

  • LOCATION: Wenke Softball Complex inside River Oaks County Park
  • GAME DAYS: Monday for co-ed league; Wednesday for men’s league
  • GAME TIMES: 6:15 pm, 7:30 pm, and 8:45 pm
  • LEAGUE FEE: $355 per team, which includes a $30 forfeit fee to be refunded if not used

The spring season starts August 11th and is 8 weeks long.

Get More Info & Register Your Team
We're Hiring Seasonal Park Staff

We’re hiring Seasonal Park Staff to work at two parks, assist with community events, and ensure safe and enjoyable experiences for the community.

$13 per hour; Part-time (15-35 hours per week)

Apply on Indeed.com
Volunteers Needed for Community Playground Build

Wed, Aug 20th – Fri, Aug 22nd
5900 Neal Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49048

Come join Comstock Township Parks & Recreation as we build a playground at the new park on Neal Street!

This hands-on project will take place over two to three days, starting Wednesday, August 20th. We’ll work from 8am to 5pm each day, with a break for lunch (provided) at 12pm.

Volunteer Sign-Up Form
Comstock Township's Annual Fall Festival; Market Vendors, Food, Live Music, Kids Activities
Save the Date: Fall Fest!

Sat, Sept 27 from 12pm – 3pm
at Merrill Park, 5845 Comstock Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048

Organized in partnership with the Downtown Development Authority.

More info coming soon!

Sign Up for Dino Dig

Saturday, July 19th & 26th at 9:30 am & 11 am each day

Dino Dig is back again! Kids ages 2 to 8 years old will dig through the sand to find dinosaur bones at Robert Morris Park. 

Pre-registration is required. 

Cost: $5 (includes snack & craft activity)

Sign Up for Dino Dig
It's Farmers Market Season!

Monday, June 2nd from 3pm – 7pm

Located at Merrill Park at 5817 Comstock Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49048.

Learn More about the Farmers Market
Summer Archery Clinic

Tuesdays from July 8th to August 26th at Robert Morris Park

2 Sessions Available: 5:30-6:30pm or 6:30-7:30pm

This 8-week program meets every Tuesday and is instructed by a Certified USA Archery Level 2 Coach. We’ll work on a new skill and play games every week. All equipment is provided.

Registration is required. All skills levels welcome. Ages 10 years old through Adult.

Cost: $40

Register for Summer Archery
Robert Morris Park Passes

Robert Morris Park Passes are available at the Township Office. 

Season passes are $25 per vehicle and $10 per vehicle for seniors (60+).

PUBLIC INPUT NEEDED!

Click HERE to view the draft 2025-2029 Parks & Recreation Master Plan.  Please review and submit comments, preferably in writing, to the Parks Department at (269) 343-8212 or parks@comstockmi.gov.  The review and comment period will be open from November 15 to December 20, 2024.  A public hearing and receipt of comments on the proposed plan will be held on December 30, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Comstock Township Hall.  The Township Board will consider adoption of the plan, or the plan as amended at the Township Board meeting on January 6, 2025.

PUBLIC NOTICE