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BPRD Earns National Reaccreditation in Parks and Recreation

Mark of distinction recognizes commitment to highest level of service to the community Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) upholds its status among elite park and recreation agencies across the country by earning its third reaccreditation through the Commission for …
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Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for Oct. 19, 2023

Jamey Mills shared information about Fastrax BMX as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) featured partner. Installation of a new Prostart Gate, with support from a BPRD Matching Grant, has been a great addition for 2023, allowing more efficient …
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Pebble Creek Golf Course to Close Oct. 16

The last day for golfers to play Pebble Creek Golf Course for the 2023 season is Sunday, Oct. 15. The course is closing early this season due to infrastructure work being completed by the City of Bismarck. Riverwood and Tom …
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Temporary Closure of Section of Burleigh Avenue Trail

Starting Monday, Oct. 9, the shared use trail along Burleigh Avenue between Dortmund Drive and Cottonwood Park will be temporarily closed for street improvements.

Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for Sept. 21, 2023

Kathy Feist, Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) finance director, reviewed the 2024 Operating Budget. The Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners held its public hearing on the budget, but no public comment was provided. The Board approved the second reading …
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Bismarck Parks and Recreation District Seeks Feedback on Accessibility

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) is seeking input from community residents with disabilities in its efforts to develop an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. We invite individuals with disabilities, along with family members, friends and caregivers, to …
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New Playground Being Installed at Sertoma Park Shelter 5

It’s time for a playground update at Sertoma Park Shelter 5! Staff will begin removing the existing playground today, Aug. 24, and the new playground will be installed in the next few weeks. Check out the list of all playgrounds in the …
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Walt Stack Umpires’ Headquarters Dedicated Aug. 18

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) dedicated the Walt Stack Umpires’ Headquarters at Cottonwood Park Softball Complex on Aug. 18. The building will provide a dedicated space for umpires during softball tournaments held at Cottonwood Park. The building is named in …
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Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for Aug. 17, 2023

Ethan Eberle, recreation specialist with Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD), share information about the USA Softball National Championship-Men’s Class E/Rec Northern Slow Pitch being hosted at Clem Kelly Athletic Complex Sept. 1-4. Teams have until Aug. 23 to register, …
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Clairmont Family Conservation Park Habitat Restoration Update

Starting Monday, Aug. 21, contractors will begin restoring and constructing the wetland areas of Clairmont Family Conservation Park. The dirt work phase of the project will last through Sept. 18. Following construction this fall, Ducks Unlimited crews will be seeding …
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