Contact Information
General phone number:
614-989-1972
Dennis Welch
Chief Officer
dwelch@preservationparks.com
Travis Elkins
Sergeant
telkins@preservationparks.com
Chad Watkins
Sergeant
cwatkins@preservationparks.com
Park Officers are state-certified peace officers who enforce federal and state laws as well as the park district’s rules and regulations. Park Officers are the primary law enforcement in our park facilities, and patrol by car, bicycle and foot. Our officers are not only law enforcement officers but are involved in park programs & events, community events, touch-a-truck programs and much more. While on patrol, they also assist visitors who have questions or other needs while in the parks.
To Dispatch a Park Police Officer
For non-emergency assistance, Preservation Parks police can be dispatched by contacting:
Park Police Officer on Duty: 614-989-1972
parkpolice@preservationparks.com
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office: 740-833-2800
(Ask for a park officer to be sent to your location.)
In case of emergency, please call 9-1-1
Lost items:
Please call 614-989-1972, or email parkpolice@preservationparks.com.
Safety Tips
Geocaching
The placement of any geocache within any Preservation Park District facility is allowed by permit only. To inquire about placing a geocache within one of our facilities, please contact Sgt. Swartzlander or call the Division of Park Police, 614-989-1972. Visit the Geocaching page for more information.
Special Use Permits
Special use permits are required for any activity that is outside of our park district rules and regulations. Special Use Permits may be issued for individual activities or scientific research. Please complete the form below and an officer will be in touch regarding your request.