The Block Island Recreation Department has been established full time since 1996 to provide programs, services and facilities for our community.  It is responsible for all recreational functions, facilities, activities, assets and resources within the town not under the school department.  We offer programs and activities on an annual basis for all ages.

The department strives to be self sufficient through fees, grants, and donations.  Roughly 80% of our budget is funded through these means.  The remainder of the budget is funded through taxes. 

Mission Statement 
The Block Island Recreation Department is dedicated to the provisions of leisure and active recreation programming that will promote the general health, welfare and personal development of the citizens of the Block Island Community by providing enriching recreation experiences and quality facilities.

Affiliations
Rhode Island Recreation and Parks Association
New England Park Association
American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 

We are recruiting for the following positions:

Certified Lifeguards at $13-$15 / hr 40 hrs/week Housing available

Rental Personnel at $10.25/hr plus tips full or part time

Camp Counselors at $12/hr 25 hrs/week

Contact David at recreation@new-shoreham.com for more info