Christy Ames-Davis, city forester, shared information about Bismarck Forestry Division’s partnership with Bismarck Parks and Recreation District. Forestry staff spend about 20 percent of their time each year working in parks, primarily on tree planting and removals. Ames-Davis also provided information about emerald ash borer, a destructive pest of ash
Brandon Wilkens, Bismarck Parks and Recreation District facility specialist, shared information about the State Amateur Basketball Tournament being held in Bismarck March 28-30. There will be 116 teams competing with a new high school division this year. The Board approved the bid for concrete projects as follows: General Sibley Park
Flurry Fest Treasure Hunters Lane Berger, Jamison Bosch and Jayme Engen found the treasure at the Bismarck Rotary Arboretum last night. Jamison and Jayme have been enjoying the search since childhood, while Lane joined his co-workers on the annual hunt about five years ago. Congratulations to this year’s winners! Clue
Mikayla Jablonski Jahner shared information about Bismarck Hockey Boosters as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. This year, BHB has 757 youth ages 4-15 involved in their programs. Their season is October through March, but they are also planning summer programs. BHB is hosting two state tournaments in
Elyse Puklich and Jeff Steele of Aquastorm Swim Club shared information as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. Aquastorm currently has 300 swimmers and 10 divers based at BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center. The swim team has won 26 consecutive short- and long-course state titles. The club provides
This holiday season, we’re celebrating the joy and impact of parks and recreation in our community! At Bismarck Parks and Recreation District, we’re honored to provide spaces and programs that enhance quality of life year-round. None of this would be possible without our incredible volunteers, partners and supporters. Enjoy this
Members of the Farwest Rotary Club shared information as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. Charter Member Mark Thompson shared highlights from the club’s 40 years of service to the community. As the club’s closing act, a gift of $107,343 from the club and its individual members was
Jade DeSmidt shared information about Bismarck Gymnastics Academy as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. BGA has more than 800 gymnasts in its recreational program, ranging in age from 18 months to high school seniors, along with a competitive program. BGA is located at Capital Racquet & Fitness
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District appreciates the work recently completed at Cottonwood Park Pond by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. The earthen fishing piers have been stabilized to improve access for anglers, while also making it easier to stock fish and preventing additional erosion.
Tom Brigl shared information about Bismarck Sports Group as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. Bismarck Bobcats hockey offers boys ages 16-20 the opportunity to play competitive hockey. Bismarck Sports Group also operates concessions at BPRD golf courses and VFW Sports Center. Also as feature partners, user groups
Tyler Kralicek shared information about Burleigh County Extension as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. Many youth activities are held at the Joann Hetzel Memorial 4-H Building at the Missouri Valley Complex, including Achievement Days, Farm Safety Camp, and Life on the Farm. He also shared the positive
Dr. Jeff Fastnacht shared information about Bismarck Public Schools as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner, highlighting just a few of many ways the entities work together, such as the VFW Sports Center expansion, annual fifth grade track meet and local foods coordinator position. He noted the strong