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Restoring Land. Building Community. Creating Something That Lasts.
Derby Disc Golf Park is a nonprofit land restoration and recreation project inside E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park in Louisville, Kentucky. We're restoring nearly 150 acres impacted by invasive species and creating a permanent public asset for families, youth, and outdoor recreation. Through thoughtful stewardship and community engagement, we're building something meaningful that will serve generations to come.
The Project
Derby Disc Golf Park restores overgrown parkland and transforms it into a destination disc golf park that serves families, schools, recreational players, and competitive athletes. But disc golf isn't just the activity—it's the stewardship engine that keeps this land open, maintained, and valued year after year.
Land Restoration
Nearly 150 acres of invasive species removal, habitat restoration, and sustainable land management practices
Two 18-Hole Courses
Beginner/Community course for families and schools, plus Championship/Advanced course for competitive play
Trails & Amenities
Navigation systems, practice areas, creek access, and thoughtfully designed public spaces
Community Programs
Ongoing clinics, youth leagues, school partnerships, and events that build lasting connections

Timeline: Design and restoration begin in 2026, with major completion targeted for end of 2027
Why We're Doing This
This project represents a commitment to Kentucky's natural heritage and our community's future. We're creating a model for long-term land stewardship that benefits both people and the environment.
Restore
Remove invasive species that have overtaken the land, reopen previously inaccessible areas, and support native habitat restoration. We're committed to healing this landscape and protecting Kentucky's natural biodiversity for future generations.
Engage
Create meaningful outdoor access for families, youth programs, schools, and the broader Louisville community. This park will serve as a gathering place where people of all ages can connect with nature and each other.
Sustain
Build an ongoing stewardship model that keeps the land active, maintained, and cared for year after year. Disc golf provides the framework for continuous community involvement and environmental responsibility.
"We're restoring bluegrass land and building trails, habitat, and community access using disc golf as the engine for long-term stewardship." - Reed Nunnally, Director
Built With the Community
This project is being built with local volunteers, designers, players, and Kentucky partners who care deeply about stewardship. Each hole is shaped by local community designers within a unified routing and safety framework, creating ownership and long-term accountability. This collaborative approach ensures the park reflects the values and vision of the people it will serve.
Local Hole Designers
Community members contribute creative vision and expertise to shape individual holes within professional guidelines
Volunteer Work Days
Regular opportunities for hands-on restoration work, trail building, and park improvements
Youth & School Involvement
Educational programs and service learning opportunities that connect students with environmental stewardship
Professional Collaboration
Partnerships with experienced course designers, environmental experts, and content creators who amplify our mission
Be Part of the Project
Your involvement makes this restoration possible. Whether you contribute financially, sponsor a tangible park asset, or volunteer your time, you're helping create lasting community value and environmental healing.
Donate
Support land restoration, youth programming, trail development, and park amenities that benefit the entire community. Every contribution helps us restore Kentucky's natural heritage and create accessible outdoor spaces.
Sponsor
Sponsor tangible park assets like holes, benches, signage, or restoration areas. Sponsorships are tied to real improvements and recognized in thoughtful, tasteful ways that respect the natural setting and serve the community.
Volunteer
Join cleanup days, restoration work sessions, and community building events. Get your hands dirty, meet neighbors who care, and directly contribute to transforming this landscape into something extraordinary.

Our Commitment: Sponsorships are tied to real park assets and recognized in thoughtful, tasteful ways that respect the natural setting.
Sponsorship Levels
We've created sponsorship tiers that accommodate different levels of support while ensuring every contribution makes a meaningful impact. Each level offers recognition and the satisfaction of knowing you've invested in something permanent.
Investment Options
Choose a sponsorship level that reflects your commitment to community and conservation. All sponsors receive recognition and updates on the project's progress.
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Founders Circle
$25,000+ — Visionary partnership that shapes the park's legacy
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Stewards
$10,000–$24,999 — Leadership-level commitment to project success
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Champions
$5,000–$9,999 — Major support for park infrastructure and programs
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Community Builders
$1,000–$4,999 — Substantial investment in restoration and amenities
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Community Supporters
$250–$999 — Meaningful contribution to park development and programming
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Friends
Under $250 — Grassroots support that adds up to significant impact
Sponsorship Categories
Direct your support toward specific park elements that resonate with your values. Each category represents a tangible contribution to the park's functionality, beauty, and long-term sustainability.
Hole Sponsorships
Sponsor individual holes on either the beginner or championship course, with tasteful recognition at each tee
Course Amenities
Benches, waste and recycling stations, tee amenity towers, and other features that enhance the player experience
Navigation & Wayfinding
Trail markers, course maps, directional signage, and educational displays that guide visitors safely through the park
Land Restoration
Direct support for invasive species removal, native plantings, habitat restoration, and environmental stewardship initiatives
Major Infrastructure
Parking areas, practice facilities, shelter structures, and other legacy assets that serve the community for decades
Project Updates
Stay connected with the progress of Derby Disc Golf Park. We're documenting every step of the restoration journey, from initial land assessments to community work days and major milestones. Follow along as this vision becomes reality.
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early 2026 — Planning Phase
Community engagement, design development, permitting, and partnership building
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2026 - 2027 — Design & Restoration Begin
Course routing finalized, invasive species removal starts, volunteer program launches
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late 2027 — Major Completion
Courses playable, amenities installed, ongoing programming established
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Beyond — Stewardship Continues
Long-term maintenance, community events, youth programs, and environmental monitoring
Watch for news coverage, volunteer opportunities, and photos from the field. This is a multi-year commitment, and we'll share the journey with transparency and celebration.
A Place With Deep Roots
This land holds a unique piece of Kentucky history that deserves acknowledgment and respect. While our focus remains on restoration and community access, we recognize the stories this landscape carries. We'll honor that legacy thoughtfully as we write the next chapter—one of healing, stewardship, and shared community value that serves all who visit.
The transformation of these 150 acres represents both a return to health and a commitment to the future. As we clear invasive species and restore native ecosystems, we're also creating space for new memories, connections, and traditions that will shape Louisville's relationship with this land for generations.
Join Us in Creating Something That Lasts
Derby Disc Golf Park is more than a recreation project—it's a commitment to Kentucky's natural heritage and our community's future. With your support, we're proving that conservation and community access can thrive together through thoughtful stewardship and shared values.
Derby Disc Golf Park
A project of Friends of Bluegrass, a nonprofit organization
Located at E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park
Louisville, Kentucky
Contact
Reed Nunnally
502-468-5630
reed@derbydgp.com
Get Involved Today
Your participation—whether through donation, sponsorship, or volunteering—directly contributes to restoring this landscape and building lasting community infrastructure.
Derby Disc Golf Park and Friends of Bluegrass are committed to transparency, community partnership, and environmental stewardship. Together, we're restoring land and building something that will serve Louisville for generations.