Tag: Bainbridge Island Metro Park and Recreation Department

Park News: New Wayfinding Signs, Early Bird Registration for Trillium Trail Run, Volunteer with Halls Hill Stewards, Earth Month Unfolding

Park News: New Wayfinding Signs, Early Bird Registration for Trillium Trail Run, Volunteer with Halls Hill Stewards, Earth Month Unfolding

Maybe you haven’t noticed, but there is now a smattering of new wayfinding signs on the island, guaranteed to help point you to your next spring, summer or fall hike.

“Public Trail” signs now mark many of the spots where …

While Paul Brainerd Was a Staunch Supporter of Bainbridge Parks and Trails, He Was Also One of Washington’s Most Successful Entrepreneurs, Creating the Desktop Publishing Revolution

While Paul Brainerd Was a Staunch Supporter of Bainbridge Parks and Trails, He Was Also One of Washington’s Most Successful Entrepreneurs, Creating the Desktop Publishing Revolution

Paul Brainerd, an island icon and a champion of our community’s parks and trails, sadly passed away last month. But his legacy goes way beyond his staunch support of the Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation and the creation …

Sea Level Rise is the Subject of 2026 Bainbridge Island Environmental Conference, set for March 29 at Islandwood

Sea Level Rise is the Subject of 2026 Bainbridge Island Environmental Conference, set for March 29 at Islandwood

Sea level rise is no longer a distant possibility. It is already shaping our shorelines, infrastructure, ecosystems, and daily lives in Puget Sound, so say the backers of this year’s Bainbridge Island Environmental Conference.

“Rising Seas” is the topic of …

Tonight, First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Winslow, Plus, a Group Showing of March Artists at the Bainbridge Public Library

Tonight, First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Winslow, Plus, a Group Showing of March Artists at the Bainbridge Public Library

It’s that time of the month for islanders to discover the vibrant heart of Bainbridge’s creativity at the First Friday Art Walk tonight – March 6th – in beautiful Downtown Winslow. Immerse yourself in a captivating blend of art,

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Parks District Rails Against ‘Unauthorized’ Dirty Chilly Event Planned on Local Trails Saturday, Feb. 21st; Real Chilly Hilly Unfolds on Island Roads Sunday, Feb. 22nd

Parks District Rails Against ‘Unauthorized’ Dirty Chilly Event Planned on Local Trails Saturday, Feb. 21st; Real Chilly Hilly Unfolds on Island Roads Sunday, Feb. 22nd

The Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District (the Park District) wishes to inform the public that the cycling event known as the Dirty Chilly, planned for Saturday, February 21, is not an authorized or permitted activity on Park …

WSDOT Open House for 305/High School Road Roundabout Tonight! Online Survey Now Live! More Head of Bay Traffic Congestion, Parks’ Rolls Out Winter Concert Series

WSDOT Open House for 305/High School Road Roundabout Tonight! Online Survey Now Live! More Head of Bay Traffic Congestion, Parks’ Rolls Out Winter Concert Series

In case you’ve been out of town, or blissfully carrying on with your life, you might not be aware that a Roundabout is being planned for the intersection of State Route 305 and High School Road by the Washington State …

Serving up Another Ace. Our own Little Game – Pickleball – Reaches Another Milestone: Getting its own Washington License Plate!

Serving up Another Ace. Our own Little Game – Pickleball – Reaches Another Milestone: Getting its own Washington License Plate!

We all know that Bainbridge Island is where Pickleball was founded some 60 years ago. The game has sense blossomed into an international sports phenomenon with nearly 5 million players worldwide. Now comes along another Pickleball milestone.

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Winter May Soon Have Us in its Grip But Be Sure to Check Out the Fall Leaves First. They Are Always a Sight to Behold!

Winter May Soon Have Us in its Grip But Be Sure to Check Out the Fall Leaves First. They Are Always a Sight to Behold!

If you’re a fan of the book and television series “Game of Thrones,” then you’re more than likely familiar with the phrase, “Winter is Coming.”

On Bainbridge Island, and throughout the Pacific Northwest, winter is coming indeed. All you have …

Looking for a fun Volunteering Opportunity? Check out the 10th Annual Bainbridge Island Beach Cleanup, Sept. 20

Looking for a fun Volunteering Opportunity? Check out the 10th Annual Bainbridge Island Beach Cleanup, Sept. 20

Looking for something to do this coming Saturday? Join Sustainable Bainbridge for its 10th Annual Bainbridge Island Beach Cleanup on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

This milestone local event is part of the Ocean Conservancy’s International …

Meet Islander John Benjes, One of the Prime Movers Behind the Development of the Strawberry Hill Bike Park, which Officially Opens This Saturday!

Meet Islander John Benjes, One of the Prime Movers Behind the Development of the Strawberry Hill Bike Park, which Officially Opens This Saturday!

Long-time islander and former government attorney John Benjes likes to ride his bike – a lot! He’s a regular card-carrying member of the Geezers of Fury, a group of mostly retirees, who ride three days a week up and …

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