Now We’re Talking!

The future of Fort Getty Park should be guided by community input, thoughtful planning, and a shared commitment to preserving one of Jamestown’s most extraordinary public spaces. Below are a few examples of shared ideas. We welcome all perspectives as this conversation continues.

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“Walking Trails by the Water”
“Family-Friendly Recreation”
“Community Events Year-Round”
“Preserve Natural Beauty”
“More Open Green Space”
“Public Waterfront Access”
“Swimming & Beach Access”
“Outdoor Concerts”
“Movies Under the Stars”
“Picnic with a View”
“Native Trees & Gardens”
“Community Gathering Spaces”
“Kayaking & Paddleboarding”
“Improved Boating Access”
“Fishing for Everyone”
“A Park for All Ages”
“Protect Wildlife Habitat”
“Year-Round Public Access”
“Outdoor Fitness & Wellness”
“Scenic Overlooks”
“Dog-Friendly Spaces”
“Environmental Education”
“Pollinator Gardens”
“Outdoor Amphitheater”
“Celebrate Jamestown's Coast”
“Connect with Nature”
“Relax by the Water”
“Community Festivals”
“Sailing & Water Sports”
“Accessible for Everyone”
“More Shade & Seating”
“Public Art & Sculptures”
“Food Trucks & Seasonal Cafés”
“Family Picnic Areas”
“Thoughtful Conservation”
“Reduced RV Footprint”
“Restore the Shoreline”
“Beautiful Waterfront Landscapes”
“Recreation & Conservation Together”
“A Legacy for Future Generations”
A scenic park on a sunny day with people walking, biking, and sitting on the grass near a body of water. There are colorful flowers, green trees, and kites flying in the sky.
An outdoor concert near a body of water during dusk with people seated in rows facing a stage. Musicians perform under a canopy, illuminated by string lights, with boats and a full moon reflecting on the water.
Children and adults enjoying a day at the lake, with kids jumping off a dock into the water, some swimming and others watching, on a bright, partly cloudy day.
A group of ten people practicing yoga outdoors on a grassy field near a body of water, sitting on colorful yoga mats with their hands raised above their heads in a prayer position, under a partly cloudy sky.
A park on a sunny day with people sitting on blankets, walking, and riding bikes. Green trees, colorful flower beds, and a clear blue sky with a kite flying.
People sunbathing and swimming at a rocky beach, with a lifeguard sitting on a high chair under a red umbrella, and a blue umbrella providing shade. There is greenery on the left and a body of water with a distant shoreline.
People biking along a scenic park trail near a lake, with trees, flowers, and a picnic area visible.

Inspired by What You’ve Seen?

If the ideas above sparked a thought of your own, we’d love to hear it. Add your voice by sharing your ideas, suggestions, or hopes for the future of Fort Getty Park.

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