Category Archives: Shelters
Elks Aquatic Center to Open June 16
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) will open Elks Aquatic Center for the season on Friday, June 16, at noon. Pool hours at Elks Aquatic Center and Hillside Aquatic Complex are 12-4 p.m. and 4:30-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 12-7 p.m. …
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Heroes Park Memorial Dedicated June 10
Fallen N.D. Servicemen Honored Six local soldiers who died in military service in Iraq and Afghanistan were recognized during the dedication of a Fallen Soldier Battle Cross and Memorial Wall at Heroes Park on Saturday, June 10. Staff Sgt. Kenneth …
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Free Certification for New Lifeguards
To encourage people age 15 and older to join our lifeguard team, Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) is adjusting its reimbursement benefit for our American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class. Submit a job application to work as a lifeguard at …
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2023 Summer Pool and Splash Pad Schedule
Due to a lifeguard shortage, Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) will only open one outdoor pool this summer. Despite significant recruitment efforts, BPRD needs 40 more lifeguards to fully staff and safely open all pools. “Unfortunately, workforce challenges are …
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BPRD Receives Regional Tennis Award
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) recently received the U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) Northern Member Organization of the Year Award for 2023. It recognizes outstanding service by clubs, community tennis associations, schools, national junior tennis and learning chapters, park and …
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Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for May 18, 2023
Richard Fleckenstein shared information about the Super Slide Amusement Park as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) featured partner. The family-oriented park has just started its 55th year and has added two new rides for a total of 16 …
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Hidden Star Park
3011 Boston Dr. Park Amenities Open play space Picnic shelter (reservable) Playground, swings and sand area Trail connection to Cottonwood Park Trail
Heroes Park
5609 Smette Bend This 3.89-acre neighborhood park is nestled in the Clear Sky Addition in southeast Bismarck. Park Amenities Heroes Plaza Accessible playground and multi-person swing Accessible picnic shelter Open play space and trees Heroes Plaza Heroes Plaza in the …
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May: National Water Safety Month – Lifeguards Needed
With summer just around the corner, it’s important to recognize National Water Safety Month in May. Whether your enjoying the Missouri River, an area lake or a local swimming pool, remember to be safe on the water. Learn more about …
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Golf Courses to Open Starting April 28
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) will open Pebble Creek Golf Course on Friday, April 28, at 1 p.m.; Tom O’Leary Golf Course on Monday, May 1, at noon; and Riverwood Golf Course on Tuesday, May 2, at noon. Course …
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