May 19, 2025
Built in 1910, Fort Ward Community Hall began its life as a bakery, serving the U.S. Army Coast Artillery Corps stationed at Fort Ward on Bainbridge Island. The fort played a pivotal role in protecting Rich Passage and the Bremerton Naval Yard—both strategic military...
May 19, 2025
Dear Community, May always reminds me of how quickly the seasons shift. Here at the Park District we’re hard at work preparing parks & recreation programs for the summer season. This year, May also holds special significance: May 25 marks the 60th anniversary of...
Apr 4, 2025
April is Earth Month, and as you can imagine, we are excited to spotlight the many opportunities to engage our community in stewardship. Throughout the month, we host various Earth Month work parties at our parks, where volunteers can pitch in to help improve the...
Apr 2, 2025
As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, our dedicated teams are hard at work ensuring our parks are ready for a busy spring season. From pruning trees to building new amenities, here’s a look at the many efforts underway to enhance our community spaces. Grounds...
Mar 10, 2025
On February 13, 2025, we honored Chuck Field, former Director of the Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, for his instrumental role in preserving the Grand Forest. Chuck’s foresight, dedication, and determination were key in securing the land...
Mar 10, 2025
Dear Community, On February 13, 2025, we celebrated Chuck Field, former Director of the Bainbridge Island Park & Recreation District, for his incredible role in preserving the Grand Forest. Chuck’s vision, dedication, and hard work were crucial in securing the...
Mar 10, 2025
Exciting News: Introducing Our New Registration Software! We’re excited to announce the launch of our brand-new registration software, designed to make your experience easier, faster, and more convenient. Whether you’re signing up for a recreation program,...
Feb 6, 2025
Every six years, the Park District updates its Comprehensive Plan, a roadmap for managing parks, trails, recreation programs, and facilities. In 2025, we’ll journey from listening and learning to planning and prioritizing. Tell us what matters to you. Share your...
Feb 6, 2025
Photo shows the review of what is known as “platform” within a play structure, evaluated for general access for children of different abilities and often for the turning radius – and off- loading area – for assistive devices such as a wheelchair. The Park...
Feb 6, 2025
Before and after photos of tree thinning work done at Strawberry Hill Park, 2024 As wildfire risks continue growing across the Pacific Northwest, the Park District is taking proactive steps to protect our community and our cherished green spaces. In partnership with...
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