Category: Enjoy Burlington
Outdoor Skating & Winter Activities
THIS is page to find all things outdoorsy to do this winter! Stave off the winter blues by staying active. Studies show that just 2 hours of time spent outside…READ MORE
BPRW Operations During the COVID-19 Outbreak
We invite you to follow to latest updates on the City’s response to COVID-19 on the City of Burlington website: https://www.burlingtonvt.gov/covid-19 Please continue to follow this page for BPRW specific…READ MORE
Winter in Arthur Park
As part of our effort to increase outdoor recreation during the pandemic, we’ve launched a pilot program to activate and improve access to outdoor skating at Arthur Park. If you’re…READ MORE
American Chestnut Tree Planting in Ethan Allen Park
More exciting tree plantings! BPRW has partnered with UVM and the American Chestnut Foundation to plant 36 American chestnuts in Ethan Allen Park. We have reclaimed an underused site in the park…READ MORE
End of Season in the Parks
We’re getting ready to put the parks in to hibernation mode. Current Status of parking and restrooms in our major parks: North Beach – No charge to park. Gates and…READ MORE
Community Art Project With a Purpose
Old North End community members of all ages, from preschool students to seniors, helped us create a community mural using “wishful recycling” items to build awareness of the challenges of…READ MORE
Virtual Recreation
We miss you all, and our recreation team is bummed we can’t play together. So we’ve put together this online resource to help you and your family keep active while…READ MORE
Top Tips for Parents Biking with Kids
Guest blog post by: Ashley Halsey Biking as a family is an amazing activity for so many reasons. You can teach your kids a love of getting healthy outdoor exercise,…READ MORE
Facility Crew Hard at Work
Hats off to our facilities crew for their hard work to perform emergency repairs after waves damaged the Community Boat House on March 13. West winds over 40 miles an…READ MORE
Ideas for Families: Exploring Nearby Nature Together
Looking for more creative things to do outdoors? Below is a LONG list of outdoor activities. Courtesy of the Four Winds Nature Institute in nearby Chittenden, VT! Pull out…READ MORE