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The Sawyer Dog Park Expansion will involve adding approximately 1.5 acres to the dog park, bringing the total size to about 5.5 acres. The area of expansion is located directly south of the existing dog park and parking lot (a map is available at http://louisvilledogs.netfirms.com/sawyer.html). The plans are to extend the existing water line down to the new area, install a paved path from the parking lot and an area similar to the runway inside the entrance, and eventually include a gazebo in the new area. Gates will be installed between the new area and the current “all dog” section that will allow us to open it up or close it off as needed. Also, an additional gate will be installed between the two current section towards the rear of the park that will allow an additional pass through should those two areas need to be combined.



We are very happy to announce that we received a grant for $11,000 to go towards the Sawyer Dog Park Expansion, so the project will be coming to light much sooner than we anticipated. Phase I will include the fence, paved area, and water line, and Phase II will include a new gate lock system on the entrance and a gazebo. If you are interested in making a contribution to the expansion project you are welcome to send your tax-deductible donation to:

LDRA
ATTN: Sawyer Expansion
291 N. Hubbards Lane, B26-214
Louisville, KY 40207

We are in the process of lining up the contractors for the project. We will be sure to let everyone know when we have an official start date. The good thing is that since the project is outside the existing dog park area there shouldn’t be much disruption of use at the park.

As for use, initially the area will be used as an extension of the “all dog” area. As the back area is cleared and amenities are added then the LDRA Board will determine possibly rotating the areas to help change up the dynamics of the use and help with turf preservation. Any changes will be discussed before implemented.

PARK LOCATION & DESCRIPTION
E.P. "Tom" Sawyer State Park is a 369-acre park located in eastern Louisville Metro. On Saturday, April 10, 2004, the Louisville Dog Run Association and Kentucky Department of Parks opened the Sawyer Dog Park. Sawyer Dog Park was the first official off-leash dog park in our community.

Sawyer Dog Park is located in the northeast corner of the park property across Freys Hill Road from the main park entrance. The park spans across four acres and is divided into two two-acre areas: one for small dogs (dogs under 30 pounds) and one for all dogs. In Spring 2007 the Kentucky State Parks expanded the parking lot, so there is plenty of parking available. Another great quality of the site is the number of trees that are growing throughout the area that provide some shade during the hot summer months.


(Bird's Eye Aerial Photo of the Sawyer Dog Park.)




DIRECTIONS
From I-64 = Take EXIT 19 to northbound Gene Snyder Freeway. Follow the Gene Snyder Freeway to EXIT 32 and turn right at the end of the ramp onto WESTPORT ROAD. Go approximately 0.75 miles and take a left onto FREYS HILL ROAD. Go approximately 0.4 miles and turn left onto the small road just before you get to the E.P. "Tom" Sawyer State Park entrance. Follow the road back to the dog park.

From I-71 = Take EXIT 9-A to southbound Gene Snyder Freeway. Follow the Gene Snyder Freeway to EXIT 32 and turn right at the end of the ramp onto WESTPORT ROAD. Go approximately 0.75 miles and take a left onto FREYS HILL ROAD. Go approximately 0.4 miles and turn left onto the small road just before you get to the E.P. "Tom" Sawyer State Park entrance. Follow the road back to the dog park.

From Hurstbourne Parkway = If you are traveling north on Hurstbourne, take a right onto WESTPORT (if you are going south, you'll take a left onto WESTPORT ROAD). Go to the first stop light and take a right onto FREYS HILL ROAD. Go approximately 0.4 miles and turn left onto the small road just before you get to the E.P. "Tom" Sawyer State Park entrance. Follow the road back to the dog park.



RULES
Please go to http://louisvilledogs.netfirms.com/rules.html for a complete list of the Sawyer Dog Park rules.


SAWYER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Sawyer Advisory Committee (SAC) is a subcommittee of the Louisville Dog Run Association Board of Directors. The SAC is made up of people who regularly visit the dog park who are willing to help oversee the day-to-day operations of the Sawyer Dog Park. The SAC also oversees rule enforcement, maintenance, and member relations. For more information about the Sawyer Advisory Committee please go to http://louisvilledogs.netfirms.com/info.html or email us at sawyer@louisvilledogs.com.

DOG PARK PERMITS
The cost of the 2008 Dog Park Permit is $25.00 for the first dog, $15.00 for the second dog, and $5.00 per additional dog in the same household. All funds from the sale of the Dog Park Permits will go towards the dog park's maintenance and improvement costs. The permit will allow unlimited use of the dog park through December 31, 2008. If you would like to get a permit to the Sawyer Dog Park, go to http://louisvilledogs.netfirms.com/application.html. If you have any questions please email us at info@louisvilledogs.com.


VISITING LOUISVILLE?
Are you and your dog planning on visiting Louisville? If you will be visiting or passing through Louisville please email us at info@louisvilledogs.com to find out how your four-legged traveling companion can have access to the Sawyer Dog Park. We do what we can to help give out-of-town visitors a place to allow their dog's to stretch their legs. All we ask is that you contact us before you come to town, make sure to bring along your vaccination records with you, and email us after you've visited the park to let us know what you think. Also, be sure to email Sawyer State Park at chris.head@ky.gov and tell them what a great time you had at the Sawyer Dog Park.



If you have any questions please contact us at sawyer@louisvilledogs.com.


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Last Updated April 10, 2008

LOUISVILLE DOG RUN ASSOCIATION
291 N. Hubbards Lane, B26-214
Louisville, Kentucky 40207
(502) 291-6873
info@louisvilledogs.com