Recreation

Photo of Brock Duncan

Brock Duncan,
Director

E-mail: Brock.duncan@mitchellcountync.gov
Telephone: 828.385.1487

 

Photo of Ryan Cook

Ryan Cook,
Assistant Director

E-mail: Ryan.cook@mitchellcountync.gov
Telephone: 828.385.2657

 

Photo of Emma Smith

Emma Smith,
Recreation Specialist

E-mail: Emma.smith@mitchellcountync.gov
Telephone: 828.385.2657

 


RECREATION CENTER UPDATE

Artist rendering of the Mitchell Recreation Center, to be built in Bakersville, NCMitchell County Commissioners approved at their January 2, 2024 meeting initial design plans for the new Mitchell Recreation Center building being constructed behind the current County Administration Building in Bakersville. The 13,120 square foot structure will feature a gymnasium with basketball court, walking track, and concession area along with an aerobics/dance studio, workout room, and locker rooms. The building will also house the offices and storage for the Mitchell County Recreation Department. The structure will be a pre-engineered metal building with details of construction being finalized as the design work continues. Initial grading of the site has been completed, with construction beginning this spring. Current plans are for the building and associated athletic fields to open in late 2025.


Our Mission

Mitchell County Recreation encourages youth development by providing opportunities for personal and athletic growth and ensuring a healthy lifestyle for all!

Our Location

Mitchell County Parks & Recreation is located next to the Bakersville Quick Mart at 177 Crimson Laurel Way, Bakersville, NC 28705.

OFFICE HOURS

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday

PERSONNEL

Brock Duncan
Director

Ryan Cook
Assistant Director

Emma Smith
Recreation Specialist

REGISTRATION FORMS

Forms are in Adobe Acrobat PDF format and can be opened with the free Adobe Reader [download here] or other PDF program.

The Following form must be completed and submitted with all registrations