Greater Elizabethtown Area Recreation & Community Services (GEARS)
Elizabethtown Community Park Pavilion #5, 70 S. Poplar Street, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
About
Greater Elizabethtown Area Recreation & Community Services (GEARS) offers Summer Playground, Iddy Biddy Basketball for preschool children, Camp Ladybug, BEARS Basketball Camp, Basketball Clinic, and Swim Lessons. The age range is 3 to 18.
Programs
- Summer Playground
- Iddy Biddy Basketball — preschool
- Camp Ladybug
- BEARS Basketball Camp
- Basketball Clinic
- Swim Lessons
At a glance
- Ages: 3–18 years old
- Facility hours: Monday to Friday 8 am - 4 pm; Weekdays 8am - 4pm
About the provider
GEARS was founded in 1976 as EARC (Elizabethtown Area Recreation Commission). In January 2000, GEARS began providing services to the Elizabethtown Area, and in 2025, GEARS formed a non-profit incorporation. GEARS states that it connects people of all ages through recreation, learning, childcare, and senior center services that strengthen the community and the quality of life.
What families say
“We also just registered Caroline for Summer Playground at the Community Park. It is one of her favorite activities and something she looks forward to each summer :)” — Beth
“My daughters are enrolled in the preschool basketball classes that are going on now. They absolutely love it and want to sign back up.” — Sarah S.
“Thank YOU. All those happy faces today prove camp ladybug is worth the effort.” — Pat M.
Last updated October 22, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.