Jim Dietrich Park in Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, consisting of 109 acres and bordered by the Schuylkill River, was originally a working farm. The Township purchased the land from the Dietrich family, who wanted it developed for recreation in honor of their son. A Master Site Plan, completed in 2007, has been guiding development of the Park, while also protecting its natural resources. Today, enhancements include pavilions, sports fields/courts, a dog park, water trail landings, and parking areas. The landing areas provide canoers, kayakers, and others with access to the Schuylkill River Water Trail. Jim Dietrich Park is heavily used for both active and passive recreation. It is also host to a variety of events and festivals that attract thousands of local and regional visitors. The Township continues to develop this Park to meet the diverse needs of its residents and to maintain it as a vital asset that contributes to the local economy, as well as the vibrancy of the community.