November is upon us, and in the spirit of Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on all of the things we’re thankful for this year. We work in a diverse city with lush forests, sandy beaches, endless hiking trails, swimming holes, recreational opportunities and vibrant communities. We were able to fund new programs… [ Keep reading ]
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The Board of Park Commissioners canceled the Nov. 12 and Dec. 10, 2015 meetings for the busy holiday season. The Board will reconvene in January. The Seattle Board of Park Commissioners is a nine-member citizen board created by the City Charter. Four members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by… [ Keep reading ]
A note from Seattle Park and Recreation teens We are 206 Forward: Youth Advocates of Seattle. Our program invites teens across the city to promote youth advocacy and have their voices heard as well as give back to the community. Our latest project is to start a blanket drive to… [ Keep reading ]
We are firm believers that parks make excellent classrooms. In addition to learning about ecosystems and wildlife, people who explore the great outdoors can discover more about themselves. Seattle Parks and Recreation established four environmental learning centers throughout our park system to allow youth to be immersed in nature and… [ Keep reading ]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015 due to an all-staff in-service day. The majority of classes and programs will not be running. The following programs and facilities will be open: Amy Yee Tennis Center (8:30 a.m. -10:30 p.m.) Jackson, Jefferson, Interbay, West… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to discuss the site improvements proposed by Cascade Bicycle Club near Building 11 in Magnuson Park during a public meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015. The meeting will be held from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Belvedere Terrace Room at The Brig in Magnuson… [ Keep reading ]
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. These facilities and services are CLOSED: Community centers Teen life centers Environmental learning centers Indoor swimming pools Green Lake Small Craft Center Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center
Ballard Pool is closed now through Saturday, Nov. 7, 2015 for annual preventive maintenance. The facility will reopen on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2015. For more information on Ballard Pool, please visit https://www.seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/ballardp.htm.
Being able to watch a salmon run is an incredible benefit of living in the Pacific Northwest. November and early December is the time to experience Pacific salmon in an urban stream. In 1980, volunteers from Carkeek Watershed Community Action Project began a salmon enhancement project in Piper’s Creek in… [ Keep reading ]
