Category Archives: News
Bismarck Announced as Finalist for the 2016 National Gold Medal Awards in Parks and Recreation
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District to compete for prestigious honor in the park and recreation industry Bismarck, ND – May 5, 2016 – The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park …
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Pollinator Planters
Thank you to the Lewis and Clark Wildlife Club, Girl Scout Brownie Troop #83037 and Boy Scout Troop 89 for their work in planting the Pollinator Garden plants at the Johnny Gisi Memorial Park. We appreciate their help in creating …
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Bismarck Named One of 257 “Playful City USA” Communities
Being able to play is critical to a community’s health, and especially to the health of children. Bismarck, along with 256 other cities and towns across the country, has been named a Playful City USA. The honor comes from …
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Bismarck Mandan is a Bicycle Friendly Community
Bismarck Mayor Mike Seminary and Mandan Mayor Arlyn Van Beek announced the naming of Bismarck-Mandan as a Bicycle Friendly Community today. Both mayors noted that May is National Bike Month. Click here for a listing of all biking events …
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The Power of Parks
Yes, parks are green and connect us to trees and trails. But did you know they ALSO lead to higher property values, improved health and environmental sustainability? Check out this video from the National Recreation and Parks Association, and …
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Keeping Parks Clean and Green
Recycling containers are now side by side with trash containers in several Bismarck parks. Containers are clearly marked, so you’ll know what to toss, and what to recycle. Help us keep Bismarck’s parks clean and green. Bismarck Parks and …
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Summer Archeological Dig at Chief Looking’s Village
In June, Paleocultural Research Group (PCRG), a nonprofit research and education organization, will carry out the second phase of a two-year study of Chief Looking’s Village, a Mandan settlement located above Pioneer Park within the City of Bismarck. The …
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Board of Park Commissioners chose name for new neighborhood park.
The Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) Board of Park Commissioners chose the name for the new neighborhood park. The park name is Sunrise Park. BPRD has completed initial work at Sunrise Park. This park will include a ship-themed play …
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