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Winter Activities Update

As of December 1, the cross-country ski trail at Atkinson Nature Park is groomed for use. As of December 2, there is one cross-country ski trail groomed at Riverwood Golf Course. There is a $2 fee per person per use to …
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Registration for Most Programs Opens Early December

The 2025-2026 Winter Activity Guide is posted online for everyone to access. Registration is open now for the following activities: Fencing Lifeguarding Classes Karate Adult basketball team registration deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 26, at 5:00pm. New adult volleyball team registration …
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Board of Park Commissioners Brief for November 20, 2025

Lindsay Junge, operations manager with BisMarket, shared an update as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. BisMarket completed its 13th season in 2025 with an average market attendance of 1,000 people per Saturday. They look forward to continuing …
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