Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for Aug. 15, 2024

Dr. Jeff Fastnacht shared information about Bismarck Public Schools (BPS) as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) featured partner, highlighting just a few of many ways the entities work together, such as the VFW Sports Center expansion, annual fifth …
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Closing Schedule for Outdoor Pools

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 activities. Friday, Aug. 9 – last day for …
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Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for July 25, 2024

Newly elected board members Kate Herzog and Paula Redmann were sworn into office by legal counsel. Mark Zimmerman was elected president, and Julie Jeske was elected vice president. Commissioners were assigned to management teams and as committee/liaison representatives. Missy Hilsendeger …
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July Celebration – Events All Month

Come out and play with Bismarck Parks and Recreation during July Celebration, a whole lot of fun to celebrate National Park and Recreation Month. There’s so much to do, see and experience. Make a new park memory and enjoy all …
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Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for June 20, 2024

Spencer Aune, recreation specialist with Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD), provided highlights of the upcoming July Celebration. There are many free events this year, along with many low-cost activities for the community to enjoy. This year’s National Park and …
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Memorial 4-H Playground Dedicated June 20 in Bismarck

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) dedicated the Louise & Loren Gobbs and ElRoy Haadem Memorial 4-H Playground at the Joann Hetzel Memorial 4-H Building on Thursday, June 20. The building and playground are located at the Missouri Valley Complex, …
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2024 July Celebration Photo Contest

Keelboat and Kniefel Boat Ramps Now Open

As of June 12, Keelboat Park Boat Ramp and Kniefel Boat Ramp are both open as dredging work has been completed.

Improvements to McDowell Dam Recreation Area Beach, Temporary Closure June 12-13

Thanks to Doosan Bobcat and their Annual Day of Caring, McDowell Dam Recreation Area will see improvements next week as employees spread additional sand on the beach area. Due to this project, the beach area will not be accessible from …
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2024 Summer Outdoor Pool and Splash Pad Schedule

The free splash pad at New Generations Park will open Saturday, May 25, for daily hours of 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Bismarck Parks and Recreation District’s (BPRD) three outdoor pools will open for the season on Monday, June 3, at noon. …
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