City and County of Denver Donates Bison to Tribal Nations (2023) Published on March 15, 2023 Denver Parks and Recreation (DPR) recognized the donation of 35 American Bison to the Northern Arapaho Tribe, Eastern Shoshone Tribe, Yuchi Tribe and Tall Bull Memorial Council to reintroduce wild bison and support conservation efforts on tribal lands. Denver Mountain Park Bison will continue to help establish, support, and sustain Native American conservation herds across the country. Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation
Community Survey on Trees to Help Denver Plant for the Future Published on February 23, 2023 Denver’s first Urban Forest Strategic Plan will be crafted with input from residents citywide. Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation
DEN Airport Expands Land Overseen by Denver Parks & Recreation Published on February 07, 2023 Denver Parks and Recreation previously oversaw, managed, and maintained 198 acres of DEN’s prairie grasslands. An expanded Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which began Jan. 14, increased the area managed by DPR to approximately 580 acres, making it the largest open space in the City and County of Denver. Tagged as: , Parks, Parks & Recreation
Park Hill Golf Course Referred to Voters Published on January 24, 2023 City Council has voted to approve a regulatory package that will create legally binding requirements for the Park Hill Golf Course property, should Denver voters choose to lift a conservation easement in place on the property. Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, Parks & Recreation
Tree Damage: How to Manage Broken Limbs and Fallen Branches Published on January 18, 2023 Denver Parks & Recreation is reminding residents to be cautious of broken limbs overhead, along with how to manage fallen trees and branches. Tagged as: , Parks, Parks & Recreation
Tree Damage: How to Manage Broken Limbs & Fallen Branches Published on December 29, 2022 Denver Parks & Recreation is reminding residents how to remove snow and manage fallen trees and branches. Property owners are responsible for downed trees and branches on their private property and within the adjacent public right-of-way. Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation
Park Hill Golf Course Area Plan Adopted Published on December 05, 2022 More than a golf course — plan calls for 100 acres of open space, affordable housing options, grocery and more Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, Parks & Recreation
Denver Opens Recreation Centers as Warming Centers - Nov. 29 Published on November 28, 2022 Denver Parks and Recreation will open all currently operating recreation centers as warming stations during regular business hours on Friday Nov. 29, for people who need a place to warm up during the day. An area in each center will be staffed, with access to drinking water, restrooms, and a place to sit. Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Press release, Public Health & Environment, Recreation Centers
Denver Planning Board unanimously approves Park Hill Golf Course plan Published on October 19, 2022 Vision for 100 acres of parks and open space, plus affordable housing, grocery and more moves on to Denver City Council Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, Parks & Recreation
Improvements to McWilliams Park Complete Published on September 29, 2022 Thanks to voters who supported the #ElevateDenver bond and Park Legacy Fund, improvements at McWilliams Park are now complete! Tagged as: , Parks, Parks & Recreation
Mayor Hancock Submits 2023 Budget Proposal Published on September 14, 2022 Mayor Michael B. Hancock today submitted his 2023 budget proposal to City Council, a fiscally sound and responsible plan rooted in equity and inclusion that will support our city’s continued recovery while also investing in programs and services that will have generational impacts. Tagged as: , Mayor
Bond-Funded Rebuild of Congress Park Pool Complete Published on August 02, 2022 The $10.1M project was funded by the Elevate Denver Bond Program, approved by voters in 2017, for the design and construction of a new regional park pool facility to replace the outdated outdoor pool. Tagged as: , Elevate Denver, Parks, Parks & Recreation
Cooling Centers Open on July 22-23 Published on July 21, 2022 With forecasted high temperatures surpassing 100 degrees on July 22-23, Denver Parks and Recreation will open all currently operating recreation centers to the public as cooling stations during regular business hours with fee-free access to all. Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Press release, Public Health & Environment
DPR Celebrates the Grand Opening of Arkins Promenade Published on July 14, 2022 Denver Parks and Recreation (DPR), Mayor Michael B. Hancock, city officials, project partners, and the community celebrated the completion of the Arkins Promenade, an Elevate Denver Bond supported project, that creates a new space along the South Platte River for open space, recreation, and leisure activities. Tagged as: , Parks, Parks & Recreation
Playground Equipment Can Be Dangerous on Hot Days Published on July 08, 2022 With recent high temperatures nearing or surpassing 100 degrees, and more hot weather expected for the summer months, Denver Parks & Recreation (DPR) is advising parents and caregivers that playground equipment can heat to dangerously high temperatures, posing a burn risk for children. Tagged as: , Parks, Parks & Recreation
Denver Offers $1000 Cash Incentive to Employ More Lifeguards Published on July 05, 2022 Denver offers cash incentive to employ more Lifeguards at public pools. New applicants who achieve certification, start work can receive incentive up to $1,000. Tagged as: , Announcements, Denver Labor, Economic Development & Opportunity, Jobs, News, Parks, Parks & Recreation, Press release, Recreation Centers
Education Center Opens at Montbello Open space Published on June 29, 2022 Denver Parks and Recreation celebrated the completion and the grand opening of the Environmental Learning for Kids (ELK) Education Center at the newly developed Montbello Open Space. Tagged as: , Parks, Parks & Recreation
Denver Parks & Recreation Celebrates Opening of Genesee Base Camp Published on June 18, 2022 This new facility allows us to expand outdoor recreation programs that connect Denver youth and families with nature. Tagged as: , Parks, Parks & Recreation
DPR Celebrates Sand Creek Greenway Trail Completion & Grand Opening Published on June 09, 2022 This project brought the trail up to modern standards, including a wider surface that accommodates walking, jogging and bicycling. It also restores important native vegetation and wildlife habitat. Tagged as: , Parks, Parks & Recreation
Inspiration Point Park Improvements Complete Published on May 26, 2022 The $2.5 million Elevate Denver Bond project includes a new playground, enhanced picnic sites, and restoration of the historic overlook wall. Tagged as: , Parks, Parks & Recreation