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Warm Weather and Cyanobacteria
Despite multiple reports of blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) around the state, our teams have checked and all the Burlington beaches are clear with NO signs of it at this time. The…READ MORE
Cyanobacteria Spotted
It would appear we have some Blue-Green Algae (cyanobacteria) popping up at the coast guard boat launch. BPRW crews confirmed all the beaches are free and clear!
Construction work at North Beach
Starting this morning, a contractor working for BPRW will start patching and finishing the exterior of the North Beach Campground entrance buildings. The main entrance will remain closed during construction…READ MORE
North Beach Lifeguards on Labor Day
There has been a change in the lifeguarding schedule for this Labor Day weekend (9/2-9/4). We will be providing a first aid station only ALL weekend. There will not be…READ MORE
New Director is Selected
Mayor Miro Weinberger today announced the appointment of Cindi Wight as the new director of the Burlington Parks, Recreation, & Waterfront Department (BPRW). Cindi brings over 24 years of experience,…READ MORE
Lifguards at North Beach
As of this week (8/20) there will be no guards at North Beach. We will sporadically be able to have a first aid station staffed. Labor Day weekend we will…READ MORE
O.N.E. Community Center is opening soon!
As we grow closer to opening up the O.N.E. Youth Center, we could use some help stocking it with comfortable stuff and fun things to do! We’re looking for:…READ MORE
Sewage Break
UPDATE 8/3: E-coli water tests of Blanchard Beach have come back showing very good water conditions. Both test locations returned with only 1 MPN/100mls, which has been the normal low…READ MORE
Commission Meetings
Please note that there will NOT be a Parks & Recreation Commission meeting in August. Enjoy the summer!
Master Naturalist Program Goes Statewide
BPRW Field Naturalist Alicia Daniel is excited to announce the creation of the Vermont Master Naturalist Program (VMN) with the goal of bringing the success of the Master Naturalist BTV…READ MORE