Category Archives: News


Facilities Master Plan Findings

The initial findings, survey results and preliminary recommendations of the BPRD Facilities Master Plan was presented to the Board of Park Commissioners and at a Public Information meeting. The purpose of the Facilities Master Plan is to assess the condition …
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Farwest Rotary Community Center

  The name of the new community center at New Generations Park was unveiled on Friday, January 25th. Pictured are Farwest Rotary Club President Sheldon Kauk, Board of Park Commissioners President Brian Beattie, ND Parks and Recreation Department Grant Administrator …
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Planning for the Future of Facilities

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) is conducting a Facilities Master Plan to assess the condition and uses of BPRD facilities, with a focus on the BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center, the Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, the VFW Sports …
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Bismarck Parks and Recreation District Staff Person Receives State Honor

  Lynn Morgenson, Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) Landscape Specialist, was honored with a Tree Award by the North Dakota Forest Service. The Tree Awards recognize individuals, organizations and agencies who contribute to forestry activities in North Dakota. Lynn …
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World War Memorial Building named an official World War I Centennial Memorial

The World War Memorial Building, a downtown recreation center and a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) facility, has been named an official World War I Centennial Memorial. This distinction comes from the US World War I Centennial Commission and …
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Bismarck Parks and Recreation District Earns National Accreditation

Mark of distinction recognizes commitment to highest level of service to Bismarck  Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) joins the ranks of elite park and recreation agencies across the country by earning accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park …
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Park and Playground News

  What’s Up at Wachter Park? 205 E. Reno Ave. It’s a sensory play space! The new play space at Magical Moments Playground at Wachter Park is a fully inclusive, sensory play space for kids and adults with visual, auditory …
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Century Bark Park – A New Field for Furry Family

  There are paws-itively good things happening at the dog park. Dogs of all sizes are encouraged to use the new, furthest north bark park. New fencing was added and dirt was brought in to even out the playing field …
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Dakota Community Bank and Trust Makes Lead Gift to Softball Complex

    In their continued commitment to the community and to their customers, Dakota Community Bank and Trust has announced their lead gift in a capital campaign to bring a youth fast pitch softball complex to Cottonwood Park. Bismarck Parks …
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Bismarck to Host World Series

  In a little over a year, Bismarck will roll out the red carpet to welcome the top 13-15-year-old baseball talent in the country to Municipal Ballpark, Home of Dakota Community Bank and Trust Field, to participate in the 2019 …
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