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Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for July 20, 2023

Ian Easton shared information about the Burleigh County Bicycle Cult (BCBC) as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) featured partner. The organization hosts 15 races annually, including the BCBC Summer Series, Gravel Series and Cyclocross Series. The races are …
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New Playground Coming to Sam McQuade Sr. Softball Complex

It’s time for a playground update at Sam McQuade Sr. Softball Complex! Contractors will begin removing the existing playground the week of July 10. The plan is to have the new equipment installed and ready for play this fall. Check …
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Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for June 15, 2023

The Board approved the 2022 audit as presented by Mindy Piatz of Brady, Martz and Associates. Spencer Aune, recreation specialist with Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD), provided highlights of the upcoming July Celebration. There are 25 free events this …
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2023 July Celebration Photo Contest

Promontory Point Park Shelter

Promontory Point Park, 4102 Wrangler Lane Electricity Playground Trail loop Capacity: 32, Tables: 4 (8ft.-one accessible)

Heroes Park Shelter

Heroes Park, 5609 Smette Bend Electricity Heroes Plaza Playground Capacity: 16, Tables: 2 (8 ft.-one accessible)

Promontory Point Park Dedicated June 14

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) dedicated Promontory Point Park on Wednesday, June 14. The neighborhood park, located at 4201 Wrangler Lane, features the longest slide in the park district on the tower-style accessible playground. Other features include a sand …
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Elks Aquatic Center to Open June 16

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) will open Elks Aquatic Center for the season on Friday, June 16, at noon. Pool hours at Elks Aquatic Center and Hillside Aquatic Complex are 12-4 p.m. and 4:30-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 12-7 p.m. …
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Heroes Park Memorial Dedicated June 10

Fallen N.D. Servicemen Honored Six local soldiers who died in military service in Iraq and Afghanistan were recognized during the dedication of a Fallen Soldier Battle Cross and Memorial Wall at Heroes Park on Saturday, June 10. Staff Sgt. Kenneth …
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Free Certification for New Lifeguards

To encourage people age 15 and older to join our lifeguard team, Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) is adjusting its reimbursement benefit for our American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class. Submit a job application to work as a lifeguard at …
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