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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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Outdoor Pools Closing for the Season
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District’s (BPRD) outdoor pool season is ending over the next few weeks as its college and high school workforce heads back to school and begins practice for fall sports. The last day for Hillside Aquatic Complex …
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Call for Teams, Volunteers for USA Softball National Championship in Bismarck
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) is hosting the USA Softball National Championship Men’s Class/Rec Northern Slow Pitch Sept. 1-4 at the Clem Kelley Athletic Complex. Teams are encouraged to register by the Aug. 18 deadline. Register now. Volunteers are …
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Fall Program Registration Opens Aug. 1
Registration for most fall youth and adult programs opens Tuesday, Aug. 1, at 8 a.m. online and in person at the Bismarck Parks and Recreation District office at 400 E. Front Ave. Fall adult volleyball league registration is Aug. 8-9. Registration …
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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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