Denver Parks And Recreation

Despite Big Snowstorm, Denver’s Parks & Rec Fields To Close

Last week Denver Parks and Recreation and Denver Public Schools closed their athletic fields for the month of March because of concerns about the drought.

2013/02/25

Denver Public Works snowplows before being deployed on Sunday (credit: CBS)

Denver Public Works Deploys Residential Snowplows For Side Streets

Denver Public Works announced Sunday it will deploy residential snowplows to plow side streets because of the heavy snow expected.

2013/02/24

Drought Forces Denver To Close Outdoor Rec Fields

Denver’s playing fields are covered with snow but drought is what’s forcing the Parks & Rec department to shut down outdoor ball fields until April.

2013/02/22

Denver Limits Sports Fields Access Due To Drought

As drought conditions linger, Denver Parks and Recreation is closing its grass fields for sports including soccer until April 1.

2013/02/22

Snowmaking at Ruby Hill Rail Yard (credit: CBS)

Officials Hope To Open Ruby Hill Rail Yard By Week’s End

Mother Nature is getting some help from snow guns at Ruby Hill Park.

2013/01/14

Snow Making Begins At Ruby Hill Rail Yard

Volunteers for Denver Parks and Recreation and Winter Park Resort have begun snow making at the Ruby Hill Rail Yard.

2013/01/11

Copter4 flew over a dog rescue in Green Valley Ranch on Wednesday afternoon. (credit: CBS)

Frozen Lakes And Ponds In Denver Parks Are Not Considered Safe

Denver Parks and Recreation (DPR) released a statement on Thursday reminding visitors that walking or skating on frozen lakes or ponds in the Denver park system is prohibited.

2013/01/11