Our mission is to: acquire, conserve and manage Knox County’s natural resources to preserve the rural character and the natural features of the county; protect unique historical resources, maintain green space; provide public access to parks and natural areas; offer meaningful educational experiences.

Knox County is a highly desirable place for people to live and work. It provides opportunities for commercial and residential development while protecting prime areas of natural and cultural significance. The Knox County Park District seeks to be a leader in efforts to protect and manage Knox County’s natural resources.

2026 Board Members:

•  Bruce Hawkins, Board Chairperson
•  Gloria Parsisson
• John Frye

All meetings of the board are open to the public and occur the second Wednesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. in the Knox County Service Center Meeting Room 253, 117 East High Street, Mount Vernon.

Employees

• David Heithaus, Director
• Darcie Litton, Administrative Assistant
• Brandon Schroepfer, Natural Resource Manager/Naturalist
• Dan Dennis, Head of Operations
• Jim Bartee, Operations Manager
• John Brinning, Operations Manager
• Art Crim, Operations Manager
• Victor Lindsey, Operation Manager

Mailing Address:

Knox County Park District

117 East High Street, Suite 253

Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050

Phone:   740.392.7275 (PARK)

Email:    info@knoxcountyparks.org