Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center Adventure Camp provides non-stop water-based fun for ages 11-14 this summer! During Adventure Camp, kids try boating activities and get to visit destinations like the Aquarium and Colman Pool. Adventure Camp runs M-F, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., $315. Click the links to sign… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) and the Kubota Garden Foundation invite the community to participate in Open Houses for the Kubota Garden Master Plan Update on Sunday, June 17 or Saturday, June 23. Both Open Houses will be held at the garden, 9817 55th Ave. S from 10 a.m. to… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle summers make the unpredictable, chilly weather of the other three seasons all worth the wait. There’s no shortage of ways to relish our warmest stretch of the year, from neighborhood and citywide events to the sweet little picnic spot only a few know about. Here is a sampling of… [ Keep reading ]
The 2018 Arts in Parks brochure has arrived! Download it by clicking here. Dozens of events, public art installations, and art series are happening at parks around Seattle this summer. Discover the vibrant cultural work being done in and by diverse communities throughout the city. All events are free and… [ Keep reading ]
Throughout June, our Aquatics Unit is hosting a Laps 4 Pride initiative at all of our pools, both indoor and outdoor. Each pool will report weekly how many laps were swam during the month of June to commemorate the department’s support of diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage each lap swimmer and… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation Specialized Programs is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Camp Counselor. You will work closely with one other co-counselor and be responsible for the care and safety of 8-10 campers who are differently abled. Responsibilities include: Assisting with dressing, feeding, toileting, and supervision… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the West Seattle community to visit with SPR staff at our booth on Saturday, June 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Morgan Junction Community Festival held in and around Morgan Junction Park, 6413 California Ave SW. We look forward to gathering input from festival attendees on… [ Keep reading ]
The following list contains major events that are taking place in parks across the city and will impact park use. Be safe, have fun, and plan your park visits accordingly. Cascade Summer Stage Thursday, June 14, 4 – 6 pm Cascade Playground https://www.facebook.com/events/792938664234522/ A/E Volleyball League Cowen Park Tuesday, June… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is offering a pilot program that provides community members with the opportunity to drop-in for free at designated athletic fields to play unscheduled athletic events with their friends and family. Normally, field use requires a paid reservation, but SPR has dedicated eight athletic fields for open community… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation will host a volunteer group at Magnuson Park’s Dog Off-Leash Area (OLA) on Friday, June 8. Volunteers and staff will be working on site from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to remove invasive plants. Work will focus on removing Foxtail Grass weeds from the curb stops,… [ Keep reading ]
