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Shevlin Park fishing pond closed temporarily May 11 to May 15

Bend Park and Recreation District is temporarily closing the Shevlin Park fishing pond adjacent to Aspen Hall May 11 to... Read More

May 7, 2026

musical play features at juniper park

Summary of May 5 board of directors meeting

At its May 5 meeting, the BPRD board of directors addressed funding updates, facility investments, staff development, environmental stewardship, and... Read More

May 6, 2026

A wildfire smoke plume in Bend, Oregon.

BPRD manages forest health responsibilities, plans future projects in key areas

Community interest in wildfire risk and protecting the health and safety of natural areas and residential areas has grown in... Read More

May 6, 2026

the historic home at hollinshead park

Experience local history at the Hollinshead-Matson Homestead Museum

Free open house – Saturday, May 9, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Bend Park and Recreation District is teaming up... Read More

May 5, 2026

kids playing with crafts in a gym

Kids Inc. afterschool care to open lottery enrollment for 2026-27 school year

Bend Park and Recreation District is opening the application process for the Kids Inc. afterschool care program. BPRD’s Kids Inc.... Read More

April 30, 2026

A black dog on leash enjoys the shady grass at a BPRD park.

Leash ‘em reminders from BPRD and Bend Police

Dogs are big users of parks and trails, and there are few public places where leashes aren’t required. One of... Read More

April 23, 2026

Hikers crossing Tumalo Creek in Shevlin Park

Summary of April 21 BPRD Board of Directors Meeting

The Bend Park & Recreation District (BPRD) Board of Directors approved two policy and partnership items aimed at supporting growth,... Read More

April 22, 2026

Photo of a mother and two young daughters roller skating at a Pavilion roller party.

Roller season underway at The Pavilion

Bend Park and Recreation District completed its seasonal changeover at The Pavilion and is open for roller activities. Spring through... Read More

April 21, 2026

exterior of facility at Boyd Acres purchased by BPRD from the City of Bend for offices, operations and maintenance. Photo is vehicles, shop bay and building with no people.

Bend Park and Recreation District to name its new office and operations facility

Bend Park and Recreation District is preparing to move some of its operations and planning staff into a new home... Read More

April 10, 2026

a Therapeutic Recreation Swim Program at Juniper Swim and Fitness Center.

Summary of April 7 BPRD board of directors meeting

The BPRD board of directors met on April 7 to approve the needs-based assistance plan for next year, learn about... Read More

April 8, 2026