BATTLE GROUND — Parks offer countless opportunities for connecting with nature, activities, family, friends and neighbors. Join Battle Ground leaders in celebrating their community’s parks the morning of Sat., April 22 at the 5th Annual Park Appreciation Day work party; it is their way to celebrate Earth Day at the local level.
Volunteers, along with city staff, will gather from 9 a.m. to noon at two of the city’s most treasured parks, Kiwanis and Florence Robison-South, to give them a caring facelift just in time for the busy summer season. Clean up efforts will include litter pick up, raking and weeding flower beds, cleaning play equipment and spreading bark dust or playground chips. Participants should dress for the weather as it is a rain or shine event.
“Battle Ground has a strong sense of community and our parks are well loved,” said Debbi Hanson, Battle Ground Parks and Recreation Director, “We are so appreciative of the volunteers who participate in this event.”
Individuals, families and groups are invited to participate. Children aged six and older are welcome with an adult. Organizers ask that pets remain home. Volunteer groups of six or more are encouraged to pre-register by calling (360) 342-5380 or by completing and submitting the form available at www.cityofbg.org/ParksDay. Families and individuals are welcome to register but may also just show up at any of the parks.
The event begins at 9 a.m. and concludes at noon. Refreshments will be provided. Kiwanis Park is located at 422 SW 2nd Ave just a few blocks west of South Parkway; Florence Robison – South Park is located at 1900 NW 9th St just a few blocks east of NW 20th Ave.
For more information please contact Battle Ground Parks & Recreation at (360) 342-5380 or by email at bgparksandrec@cityofbg.org.
Information provided by city of Battle Ground.
