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Spring Break Open Skate & Rec Swim

March 25 – April 2
View ice skating schedule.
View swim schedule.
Summer 2023 registration now open

Mid-June – August camps & programs & summer/fall sports leagues.
View the Playbook.
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Dogs in Parks rules reminders

from park stewards and Bend Police.
Learn more about education efforts.

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Mar 30

It’s National Take a Walk in the Park Day!

This day celebrates local exploration outside, such as walking in your neighborhood. There are proven benefits to spending time in nature, including positive differences in our mental, physical and emotional health. So, let's get outside today!

• View parks and trails at: https://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks-trails/

• History of National Take a Walk in the Park Day: https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/take-a-walk-in-the-park-day/

• More information about the health benefits of spending time in nature is available here:

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/jan/17/visiting-green-spaces-deters-mental-health-drug-use-researchers-find

https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/enjoying-nature-may-lessen-need-for-some-medications-study-finds/

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Mar 29

Provide input on the art sculpture at Colorado Ave. and Columbia St.

Design renderings of the proposed art sculptures for this roundabout are on display at the Larkspur Community Center through April 1 and the downtown Bend Deschutes Public Library from April 3 - 10. Community members of all ages can provide input on the finalist’s works of art.

Learn more on the Art in Public Places website at: https://artinpublicplaces.org/colorado-columbia.html

*Design by Chris Rench, shared by Art in Public Places.

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Mar 27

Have a dog? BPRD and the City of Bend Police Department are partnering to remind pet owners about leash requirements.

The BPRD park stewardship team and the Bend Police’s Community Service Officers will be in parks and on trails from March 28 to March 30 with reminders about leashing your furry best friends.

Patrol efforts aim to inform community members about possible enforcement actions. Enforcement actions can include a $250 fine and exclusions from the park district property. The team will also have treats and giveaways for those following the rules.

Learn more on the Dogs in Parks webpage at: https://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks-trails/dogs-in-parks/

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Mar 25

Calling all girls - come give hockey a go at The Pavilion! Join in with hosts, Bend Rapids, for Girls Have the Edge, a super fun, all-girls event to learn about the joy and thrill of ice hockey! Whether you've played a little or not at all, this event is a fun, zero-pressure opportunity to visit with coaches and other female players, try on gear, hit the ice in a comfortable environment and even pair up with an adult female mentor. So many reasons to give hockey a try!
• Girls Have The Edge
• Saturday, April 1, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• at The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way
• Free
• No experience required
• Register at: www.bendrapidsyouthhockey.org/girlshavetheedge
BPRD and The Pavilion are pleased to collaborate with Bend Ice and Bend Rapids on this community event.

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Mar 24

Put your Spring Break on ice! The Pavilion's got the Spring Break ice skating schedule to make that happen. Check online schedules for Spring Break Open Skate and more to make your week totally chill. Visit www.bendparksandrec.org/facility/the-pavilion/#schedules_events.

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Mar 23

Get ready! The Portland Winterhawks hockey team is coming to The Pavilion and you’re invited to come get on the ice with the players!
- Sunday, April 2, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
- Learn to Play/Try Hockey for Free: This session is open to players ages 5 - 10 years old who want to try hockey or have participated in the BPRD youth hockey league/Learn to Play/Learn to Skate programs or the 8U Bend Rapids youth hockey players. Gear will be provided as needed. Winterhawks players will be on the ice for this session. Space is limited and registration required.
- Visit the Winterhawks website at https://winterhawksjrhockey.sportngin.com/register/form/007941152 for more information and to register.
(photos of a Winterhawk dryland training at The Pavilion)

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Mar 22

Spring is officially here. It's time for a refresher on our dog rules. BPRD is kicking off a Dogs in Parks Awareness campaign. Each week this spring, we will be sharing important information about dogs in parks, including:

-Rules for dogs in parks
-Enforcement heads up, including administering tickets in parks
-Reasons why it’s important to leash your dog(s)
-Locations of off-leash areas
-Dog owner etiquette tips
-And more

First and foremost, if you love them, please leash them. It’s the law in Bend.

More information at: https://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks-trails/dogs-in-parks/

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Mar 19

Reminder! Summer registration opens on March 20, 21 and 22.

• Mon, March 20, 6:00 a.m.: Recreation, enrichment and sports programs registration opens. This includes art, crafts, sports, technology, fitness, cooking and more.
• Tues, March 21, 6:00 a.m.: Swim lessons and aquatic programs registration opens. This includes lessons for youth and adults.
• Wed, March 22, 6:00 a.m.: Sports leagues registration opens. This includes adult cornhole, adult fall softball, adult golf, adult kickball, adult roller hockey, youth flag football, kindergarten soccer, youth soccer and middle school tennis leagues.

View the Playbook now at: www.bendparksandrec.org/playbook

Learn about the registration process at: https://www.bendparksandrec.org/activities/how-to-register/

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Bend Park and Recreation District

District Office: (541) 389-7275
Juniper Swim & Fitness Center: (541) 389-7665
Larkspur Community Center: (541) 388-1133
Bend Senior Center: (541) 388-1133
The Pavilion: (541) 389-7588
Park Services: (541) 388-5435
Email: info@bendparksandrec.org