Cullman City Schools, CPRST join forces for Summer STEM Camp
Notice from Cullman City Schools and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism:
We are excited to invite K-8 students to our Summer STEM Camp, where learning meets fun! This hands-on camp will engage students in science, technology, engineering and math through exciting projects, experiments and...
Parks Board takes over Cullman County Museum operations
CULLMAN, Ala. – In a strategic move to better integrate local history with the community's vibrant festivals and activities, Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) has assumed responsibility for the Cullman County Museum. The transition, spearheaded by the Cullman City Council and Mayor...
Meet Kenneth Cornelius, new director of Cullman County Parks and Recreation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation (CCPR) has a new director following the retirement of former director Doug Davenport. Brought on in March 2024 as the assistant director, Kenneth Cornelius made his way to the director’s seat in June.
Cornelius, while new to...
County Commission recognizes work of parks and rec staff
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on July 16 recognized the Cullman County Parks and Recreation team for its efforts during the recent Fourth of July and Bassmaster Classic Tournament events held at Smith Lake Park.
“I want to thank the...
NERF wars!
CULLMAN, Ala. - This past Saturday the Heritage Park soccer fields transformed into a chaotic battleground as the ultimate NERF wars commenced. Hundreds of colorful NERF darts littered the fields, echoing the chaotic joy that ensued. Families were decked out in their finest NERF...
Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism wins prestigious National Gold Medal Award
CULLMAN, Ala. – In a journey from hopeful nominee to triumphant winner, Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism (CPRST) this week won the esteemed National Gold Medal Award from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation...
City reveals planned Depot Park transformation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Back in May, the City of Cullman announced it would be making improvements to Depot Park, including changes to the park’s infrastructure. On Tuesday, June 13, renderings showing what the park will look like in the future were released.
“These improvements will...
City parks and rec partners with CIEE to host international college students
Cullman approved as host city for J-1 Visa Program through partnership with Council on International Educational Exchange
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) Executive Director Nathan Anderson on Wednesday morning proudly announced that Cullman has been approved as a host city...
City announces Depot Park improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Thursday announced it will be making infrastructure changes to Depot Park. This will occur immediately to prepare for upcoming events this fall.
Depot Park is known as a nice little oasis just north of the city’s Warehouse...
They came, they saw, they plunged
CULLMAN, Ala. – The outdoor swimming pool at Cullman’s WildWater was circled by over 100 people donned in swimwear and ready to take the leap despite the temperature being in the 40s and the calendar saying January. The moods ranged from excitement to anxiety...
‘Healthy Foundations’ each Tuesday in October
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism recently announced a new four-part learning and make-and-take series called Healthy Foundations. The organization is teaming up with local herbalist and owner of Griffin Family Farms, Marisa Griffin, who will instruct classes each Tuesday in...
Sportsman Lake Park temporarily closed to vehicles
UPDATE: 9/23-22 12:21 p.m.
Sportsman Lake Park has provided an update stating they "are currently closed for some maintenance on our train tracks and parking lot bumpers." The park asks for the public's patience as they make improvements on the park and state they will...
Sportsman Lake countywide yard sale a success
CULLMAN, Ala. - The beautiful blue sky, towering pines trees and moderate temperatures provided the perfect backdrop for the fall rendition of the Sportsman Lake countywide yard sale, a favorite among bargain shoppers near and far. The grounds of the park were covered by...
Palomino, WildWater see early Labor Day crowds
CULLMAN, Ala. - Saturday was the saving grace for the Labor Day weekend’s festivities seeing only partially cloudy skies at two of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism’s (CPRST’s) locations: Palomino RV Resort and WildWater.
Palomino RV Resort at Burrow-Hamilton Farm hosted Labor Day festivities...
2nd Fridays’ swan song this Friday: Last event of the season Aug. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - After two successful and well-attended 2nd Fridays events in June and July, this Friday brings the summer’s final 2nd Fridays to the Warehouse District. The free Aug. 12 event will feature the Avenue G Band and Sipsey Falls and run from...
Smith Lake Park celebrates 50th anniversary with a bang
CULLMAN, Ala. – Smith Lake Park celebrated its 50th anniversary Monday by hosting its annual Fourth of July Fireworks Festival. Admission was free and attendees enjoyed food, music, games and the always popular golf cart parade. The park was packed all day, and the...
Sportsman Lake cuts ribbon on new playground
CULLMAN, Ala. - A ribbon cutting was held at Sportsman Lake Park Friday morning for the brand-new playground. There was plenty of people and kids on hand to see the special event unfold. All of the refreshments and hot dogs were free.
Cullman Parks and...
Hunt family establishes John E. Hunt Memorial Scholarship, annual golf tournament
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s been just over a year since longtime Cullman Parks and Recreation Director John Hunt passed away but his impact on the community can still be seen and felt every day. Now, John’s family, along with the Cullman Auburn Alumni Center,...
Xtreme Allstars sweep Victory Valentine Cheer Competition
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Last
weekend was another success for Cullman Gymnastics & Cheer Academy’s Xtreme
Allstars. After a strong showing at the JAMfest Bam JAM at the BJCC Jan. 25in which two of their squads took home first place, the Allstars made the
trip to Huntsville’s Von...
2019 EvaBank Midnight Run sees best turnout in years
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CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday night provided great conditions for the 2019 EvaBank Midnight Run 5K and it certainly showed when the crowd of runners lined up for this year’s event. More than 400 runners registered for this year’s 5K but many more showed up...
SWIMMING: Cullman Swim Team competes at State Meet in Opelika
OPELIKA, Ala. – The Alabama Recreation and Parks Association’s (ARPA) final swim meet of the season was held at the Opelika Sportsplex this weekend and the Cullman Swim Team (the Tritons) had a big group of athletes in the field. The Tritons faced off...
SWIMMING: Tritons place 4th at District Championship
CULLMAN, Ala. –
This year’s District 2 Championship was hosted at the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic
Center and the Tritons were able to put together a fourth-place finish. On top
of their team finish on Saturday, several Tritons earned district medals and
nearly 40 qualified to advance to...
SWIMMING: Tritons knock off Scottsboro at home
CULLMAN, Ala. –
The Tritons were back home to host Scottsboro Tuesday night and Cullman was
able to pull away with the win after the boys finished ahead of Scottsboro by
40 points and the girls secured a tie with 179 points. The Cullman Swim Team will
be...
SWIMMING: Tritons edge out Jasper to win Cullman Challenge
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jasper, Sheffield and Florence traveled to the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center Wednesday night for the Cullman Challenge and the home-standing Tritons edged out Jasper to finish on top. Cullman’s girls got past Jasper by 19 points while the boys managed...
Cullman Swim Team hosts Arab and Fort Payne
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Tritons were back in town Tuesday night for a home meet and this knocked off Arab and Fort Payne. The Cullman Swim Team racked up another long list of individual winners and they’ll be back in the water on Thursday...
