Howl’ween 2021 is coming up at the Chelmsford Dog Park, on October 23rd – 11am-2pm!
In addition to plans for food, raffles, silent auctions and games, check out the Vendors and Organizations who have signed up to be present.
Announcement
Online “Merch” Orders
We have opened an online store!
Using Printful (on demand printed merchandise) and our Square account, we have arranged for CDA and CDP “merch” to be purchased online and delivered right to your door! Now you don’t have to wait for a CDA event to get that Chelmsford Dog Park T-shirt, or worry about us being sold out of the size or color that you want.
PetCPR+ Certification Class
The CDA is hosting a PetCPR+ Certification course from Pet Emergency Education on September 18, 2021 [Rescheduled date!!] at the Chelmsford Community Center at North Town Hall!
Registration is $69.95 and many of the class spots are already filled so book soon to get your spot in the remaining space!
Phase 3 Bricks have been installed!
The brick order last year was delayed because of the pandemic, and then the early snow and odd winter weather — and then continued weather patterns into the spring — delayed the installation. However, the bricks are now installed! Many thanks to Matt Kohl for doing the brick laying.
More Benches!
The CDA is working on adding additional, permanent benches to the park! Each bench costs $1200 and people can sponsor an entire bench or contribute a smaller amount which will be pooled together for benches.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
The CDA needs volunteers to help dig, plant, and fill in new trees at the Chelmsford Dog Park on April 30, starting at 9am and any time until 4pm.
Howl’ween Photo Contest Winner!
The CDA’s Howl’ween Costume Contest closed on Friday, October 30.
Thank you all for your submissions and your votes.
Based on the votes from participants , the winner is – Iggy, the clown dog!
Chelmsford Dog Park Flag Contest Winner
The winning entry for the “Design a flag for the Chelmsford Dog Park” was submitted by Kriti Signh, a student at Chelmsford High School.
New Survey for Massachusetts Dog Parks: Usage, Perceived Benefits and Successes
In 2017-2018, a version of this survey was conducted specifically for the Chelmsford Dog Park. The information gathered was beneficial toward guiding the goals of the CDA in the development of the Chelsmford Dog Park.
We’re now re-running the survey to gather results from a wider audience and for a number of different town dog parks in the state. We are interested in finding out about your perceptions of your local dog park and other area dog parks.
Dog Park has Reopened
As noted in the previous message from DPAC, the Chelmsford Board of Health has allowed the Chelmsford Dog Park to reopen.
Of course, STAYING open requires people to follow the guidelines and practice safe social distancing.
