The Board of Park Commissioners has selected David Leker for the position of executive director of Bismarck Parks and Recreation District effective June 18, following the retirement of Kevin Klipfel. Leker comes to BPRD with a wealth of executive leadership experience, having served as executive director of Fargo Park District
Dr. Jeff Fastnacht, Bismarck Public Schools superintendent, presented information on the $127 million bond referendum on the June 9 ballot. Bismarck Parks and Recreation District Recreation Manager RaNae Jochim introduced the four BPS students that developed the two logos for the park district’s 100th anniversary in 2027: Elias Abryzom, Calee
In January, Bismarck Parks and Recreation District sought public input to help guide our 2027-2029 strategic planning process. A Community Input Survey, open from January 13-29, 2026, invited feedback about BPRD strengths, opportunities for improvement, and future facility and park needs. 838 responses were received. Value and Satisfaction Five questions
All Bismarck Parks and Recreation District facilities will be open for regularly scheduled hours April 3-5, 2026, except as listed below: BPRD Administrative Office – closed Friday, April 3 BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center – closed Sunday, April 5 Capital Ice Complex – closed Sunday, April 5 Capital Racquet &
April 8, 2026, Update As of April 10, 2026, at 12:00pm, Pebble Creek, Tom O’Leary, and Riverwood Golf Courses will open, along with course practice areas. No carts to start the season at Tom O’Leary. Riverwood and Pebble Creek will use mats until grass returns from dormancy. As of April
Registration for most Bismarck Parks and Recreation District spring and summer programs opens Wednesday, April 1, at 8:00am online and in person at the BPRD office at 400 E. Front Ave. Adult volleyball registration opens Monday, March 31, and spring swim lesson registration opens Tuesday, March 31, at 10:00am. BPRD
To celebrate the first day of spring in 2026, here are the latest updates on our outdoor recreation spaces: Some nets are up for outdoor tennis and pickleball at Elk Ridge Park, Johnny Gisi Memorial Park, Lions Park, Sertoma Park, and Tom O’Leary Tennis Courts. The dock is in at
Ryan Lagasse, president of Capital Curling Club, shared information about the upcoming USA Curling Junior U21 National Championships. The event will be held March 30-April 4 at Capital Ice Complex with the opening ceremony on March 30 at 5:30pm. The Board approved the bid for replacement of the World War
Riverwood Driving Range and Pro Shop Due to warm temperatures and limited snow, Riverwood Golf Course is opening its outdoor driving range on Thursday, February 5. The driving range will be open from 1:00-6:00pm Friday, February 6. Starting Saturday, February 7, hours will be as follows: The outdoor range will
Sergeant Elliot Carvell, Burleigh County Sheriff’s Department, presented the Golden Citizen Award to two Bismarck Parks and Recreation District employees, David Robinson and Seth Johnson, for their efforts to save a man from freezing to death at McDowell Dam Recreation Area. Kristin Wilhelm shared an update on the Bismarck Figure
Nick Senne and his daughter, Willa, found the 2026 Flurry Fest Treasure at Pioneer Park. Nick’s family has been participating in the hunt for more than 10 years. When he saw the clue with the word “hunt” in it, he thought about wildlife and said he’s seen a lot of
Dr. Dan Leingang, interim president of Bismarck State College, shared an update on BSC’s Bavendick Center as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. The new athletic facility is located near BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center and MDU Resources Community Bowl. BPRD Recreation Specialist Spencer Aune updated the Board on plans for the annual Flurry Fest in February. The month-long winter festival provides a diverse