Location:

Savage Field is located at 36 Vale Street

History:

As the most athletic property managed by the department, informally known around town as “the Vale Street Playground” the property is formally named Savage Field after one John J. Savage who is a casualty from World War 1. Savage answered his country’s call to serve and became a corporal in Company K 26^th Yankee Division in WW1. He died in France in 1918 of pneumonia. Corporal Savage was an excellent athlete with his game of choice being baseball. He played with “The Christophians” which was a team based out of Clinton sponsored by St. John’s T.A.S.M.A Society. This athletic complex which is bordered by Water, Vale, and Branch Streets was named in Savage’s honor shortly after WW1 and is a fitting match. This property which is located in a flood zone has seen many positive changes over the last decade and is one of the most popular parks in town.

Park Amenities:

• Adult Softball Field with lights
• Little League Baseball Field with lights
• Basketball Court with lights
• Skateboard Park
• Playground for children ages 2-12
• Pavilion featuring picnic tables

Master Plan and Renovation Project 

The Clinton Parks & Recreation Department has established a multi-phase renovation plan for this property. We have recently completed part of phase 1 with the addition of the playground and pavilion. In the months and years to come residents can look forward to an improved parking area, new skate park, improved lighting and upgrades to the fields.

Park Rules: 

1. Park opens at dawn and closes at dusk or when programming ends.
2. Be respectful of other park users, equipment, and recreational areas.
3. Keep your park clean! Before you head out pick-up and throw out trash.
4. Keep dogs on a leash and pickup after your pet.
5. Dogs are not allowed on ball fields or in the playground area. 
6. Acts of vandalism of any kind strictly prohibited. Police take notice.
7. This is a family park, please be aware of the language you are using.
8. Use of space for functions, gatherings or events must be approved by the Clinton Parks and Recreation Department.

Park Rentals and Reservations:

All events, gatherings and functions at the property must be approved by the Clinton Parks and Recreation Department. Please click here for details on the reservation process.