Families and community groups planning spring and summer outings at Oyster Bay parks can now reserve picnic pavilions online — including those at Marjorie R. Post Community Park in Massapequa.
Town Councilman Tom Hand announced that residents can apply for permits at any town park with a picnic area by visiting OysterBayTown.com/ picnic.
“Each location, from Roosevelt Beach in Oyster Bay to Marjorie Post Park in Massapequa, offers something unique for residents to enjoy,” Hand said in a statement. “We’ve streamlined the process to increase convenience and accessibility.”
Other parks with reservable picnic areas include Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park and Beach in Oyster Bay, Harry Tappen Beach and Marina in Glenwood Landing, Syosset-Woodbury Community Park, and Plainview-Old Bethpage Community Park.
Permits are required for groups of 25 or more and grant exclusive use of the pavilion from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the day of the reservation. Some locations feature covered spaces, water access and barbeque areas.
To check availability, residents can filter by date, facility and amenities at OysterBayTown.com/picnic. New users must create an account to submit a reservation.
Town officials recommend booking early, as picnic spots tend to fill quickly. For more information, call the town at (516) 797-4139.
Source: Massapequa Post
