Parks & Rec Director
Ann Barney - recreation@ashland.nh.gov
Facilities
- The Ashland Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of facilities to the public. To rent one of the Parks & Recreation facilities, contact the Parks & Rec Director. The facility rental form can be found on the documents page.
Ashland Booster Club
- The Ashland Booster Club was established and built in 1948 through the efforts of returning veterans and community members. This building has become the unofficial community center.
- The Booster Club can be rented for your entertainment and meeting needs, including birthday parties, wedding receptions, staff training, and various meetings.
Rental Information
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Tables, seating for approximately 60 people (maximum capacity, 70 people)
- Kitchen access
- Rustic decor
Rental Fees - Effective 5/6/2024
Includes a $30 refundable deposit
Half day rental (up to 4 hours) — $130 Full day rental — $170
Contact the Parks & Rec Director for availability - recreation@ashland.nh.gov
L. W. Packard Ballfield
- The L. W. Packard Ballfield provides a variety of recreational facilities. The tennis courts, basketball court and playground are just below the Booster Club. The ballfield is used by local groups, leagues and school teams for baseball, softball, and soccer. At the opposite end of the ballfield is the ice rink which offers free ice for the community to skate on throughout the winter. The ice rink is donated and maintained by the Ashland Fire Department. The nearby bandstand is used for a variety of performances.
Edward N. Doggett Beach / Ashland Town Beach
The Edward N. Doggett Beach is located at the southern end of Little Squam Lake, near the Covered Bridge. It is the only public beach on the lake. Commonly known as the Ashland Town Beach, it is a perched beach, having the majority of the beach behind a retaining wall. The beach is a full access, equal opportunity beach for all visitors.
- Lifeguards on duty – 10:00am to 4:00pm daily
- Restroom key available from gatekeeper
- No alcohol, smoking or pets on the beach
- No floats – only Coast Guard approved life jackets
- No kayaks or canoes launched or docked at the beach
Beach Amenities
- Roped-in swimming area
- Water-accessible wheelchair ramp
- 3 bathrooms (2 regular and 1 handicapped-accessible)
- Picnic tables
- Volleyball court
- Bicycle rack
Edward N. Doggett Campground
The Edward N. Doggett Campground is nestled in a quiet corner of Ashland, across from the Ashland Town Beach at the southern end of Little Squam Lake. This 23-site, trailer seasonal campground offers a quiet atmosphere that is conducive to families and individuals looking for solitude. Located at the junction of Levitt Hill Road and River Street, the Edward N. Doggett Campground is easily accessible from Route 3/25.
Campground Amenities
- 23 seasonal trailer sites
- Water and sewer hook-ups
- Electrical service available
- Cable hook-up available
- Bath house (2 regular bathrooms and showers; 1 wheelchair accessible bathroom and shower)
- Laundry facility
- Access to the Ashland Town Beach
Programs
After School
The Ashland Parks and Recreation After School Program runs from 2:30 to 5:00pm Monday through Friday, on school days, at the Ashland Booster Club. As part of our daily routine, the children have Snack Time, Homework/Academic Time and free play, as well as structured activities until they are picked up from the program. Each program activity will be tailored to meet the age appropriate needs of its participants.
Registration forms can be found on the Documents Page: Parks & Recreation
Vacation Day Camps
Vacation Day Camps are offered during school vacation weeks, if at least 10 kids sign up. Information will be available prior to each vacation week.
Summer Camp
We are so excited to be planning activities for the 2025 summer and so excited to welcome back our participants! We will soon be announcing our new and returning staff line-up as well as a sample of what to expect this summer. Ashland Summer Day Camp welcomes both residents and non-residents to participate in the town’s extensive summer camp program.
The Ashland Parks and Recreation Summer Day Camp Program provides summer programming primarily for the children, with children from surrounding towns accommodated on a space available basis. Our program incorporated academic and enrichment activities while encouraging interpersonal and interpersonal growth in a safe environment.
Programming is designed to encompass the physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and individual needs of each child. These programs and events are designed to incorporate the philosophy that recreation and activities are for everyone, while introducing new experiences and fundamental skills for life-long leisure activities.
Participants of the Summer Day Camp Program are grouped based upon the grade level each child is entering in the fall.