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
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
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approved by voters in 2017, for the design and construction of a new regional park pool facility to replace the outdated outdoor pool.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
Be Aware: Stay Safe Around Denver’s Waterways, While Outdoors Published on July 21, 2022 The hot weather may have you craving a dip into one of Denver’s lakes or waterways or spending time in the outdoors unprotected from biting bugs. The Denver Department of Public Health & Environment (DDPHE) wants to be sure all Denverites stay safe and healthy while enjoying summer activities. Tagged as: , News, Parks, 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