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Holiday Hours Dec. 24-Jan. 1

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District holiday hours for 2024-2025 are as follows: Administrative Office Dec. 24: 7:30am-12pm Dec. 25: Closed Jan. 1: Closed BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center Dec 24: 5:30am-12pm Dec. 25: Closed Dec. 31: 5:30am-3pm Jan. 1: 8am-10pm …
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Survey Open on BPRD Property Options Related to South Bismarck Flood Control Project

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) hosted a community meeting Dec. 11 on the South Bismarck Flood Control Project impacts from the Bismarck Expressway alternative to the Clem Kelley Athletic Complex, Sertoma Park Tennis/Pickleball Courts, Sertoma Park Trail, and Dakota …
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Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for Dec. 19, 2024

Members of the Farwest Rotary Club shared information as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) featured partner. Charter Member Mark Thompson shared highlights from the club’s 40 years of service to the community. As the club’s closing act, a …
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Five Outdoor Rinks and Warming Houses Now Open

Let’s go skating outside! Two outdoor ice rinks and warming houses open today, Dec. 13. Warming house hours are 3:30-9pm Monday through Friday and 1-9pm on Saturday and Sunday, along with public school holidays. Jaycee Centennial Park, 321 E. Century …
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Registration Opens for Most Winter Programs in December

The 2024-25 Winter Activity Guide is posted online for everyone to access. Make sure your online BPRD account is up to date before registration starts! Registration for many winter youth and adult programs opens Thursday, Dec. 5, at 8am online and in person at the Bismarck Parks …
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Give the Gift of Fun

Looking for a fantastic gift for everyone on your list this year? A gift certificate from Bismarck Parks and Recreation District offers flexibility and fun. Gift certificates are available for: Golf rounds and buckets of balls Memberships for fitness Pool …
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Thanksgiving Day Hours

All BPRD facilities and the administrative offices are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28. All facilities will resume normal business hours and schedules on Friday, Nov. 29. The administrative office will remain closed on Friday, Nov. 29.

Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for Nov. 21, 2024

Jade DeSmidt shared information about Bismarck Gymnastics Academy (BGA) as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) featured partner. BGA has more than 800 gymnasts in its recreational program, ranging in age from 18 months to high school seniors, along …
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Veterans Day Hours

The Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) Administrative Office will be closed on Monday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you to all military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Fishing Improvements to Cottonwood Park Pond

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District appreciates the work recently completed at Cottonwood Park Pond by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. The earthen fishing piers have been stabilized to improve access for anglers, while also making it easier to …
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