Congratulations to OKC Parks Recreation Program Coordinator Roy Blevins III! Roy has been named vice president-elect of the OK Assoc. of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Congratulations, Roy, and thanks for all you do for the profession!

A ton of events are happening in the next week, and we want to bring an urgent matter to your attention. Some super cute new blades of grass growing all over downtown. These newly-planted friends are still babies, so please stay on the sidewalks. 🌱 Please don’t squish these cutie patooties.

Saturday is our last day for the NE OKC Farmer's Market in 2025! Be sure to stop by and stock up before we close for the winter. We'll be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, October 18 at Pitts Parks, 1920 N Kate Avenue.

Today's the day! 🥳🗳️

Are you ready for Halloween? 🎃🍫👻 We can't wait for our Adaptive Trunk-or-Treat event from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, October 27 at the Southern Oaks Community Center, 400 SW 66. Community groups will hand out candy and info about services for those with special needs. This event is free for all ages!

🚨 Trail closure 🚨 Part of the Oklahoma River Trail north of the river at MacArthur Boulevard will be closed beginning Monday, October 13. Contractors for a nearby development are installing pipe. This project is expected to last several weeks. You can find the most current info at okc.gov/trails.

Ward 2 Councilman Sam Bowman is remembered as a tireless community advocate, and his work has been memorialized with a plaque at Swatek Park. Read more: www.okc.gov/News-article...

We had so much fun last week showing Leadership Oklahoma City Youth Council some of what we do at OKC Parks! Any day when you get to touch a fish and go on a hike is a good day.

Experience the fascinating inner workings of the OKC Fisheries Program at the H.B. Parsons Fish Hatchery Open House. This event is FREE for all ages! Learn more: https://ow.ly/BQmZ50X80wa

Do you love native plants? So do we! Trade your native seeds with Martin Park Nature Center on Saturday! More than 200 species will be available. (Need something to trade? Visit the Friends of Martin Park native plant and seed sale all weekend!) More: https://www.facebook.com/events/1752905228761138

🗳️ Tuesday, October 14 is election day! 🗳️

Determination? We know her. 💕💪

Ready for adventure? Join OKC Parks for our Outdoor Adventure Camp this Fall Break! Kids ages 8-14 will enjoy archery, hiking, fishing, rock climbing, kayaking, and more! Learn more: https://www.okc.gov/News-articles/OKC-Parks-offers-three-exciting-fall-break-camps

Youth golf is growing faster in OKC than nearly anywhere else in the country, thanks to a partnership with @youthoncourse.bsky.social and Bank of America that knocks down financial barriers to play. Learn more: https://youthoncourse.org/yoc-blog/bofa-youth-on-course-grow-municipal-golf-access-in-okc

Looking for fall break fun? OKC Parks has you covered. Kidz Rock is only $15 for the week! Find a location near you: https://ow.ly/54SA50X6tJW

Join us Oct. 30 for an inclusive experience for nature lovers of all mobility levels! 🌳🍂 The Adaptive Nature Hike & Animal Encounter includes a hands-on meeting with ambassador animals and a journey on our accessible outdoor trail. Registration is free but required: https://ow.ly/gOzB50WSAJn

OKC Parks and Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma are partnering up to offer a FREE Fall Break camp for girls ages 6-18! Sign up today! https://www.okc.gov/News-articles/OKC-Parks-offers-three-exciting-fall-break-camps

Early morning walks at Will Rogers Gardens are the best. 💚

Know what we should do today? Play baseball.

Have you spotted any of our favorite visitors around lately? 🦋 Take a walk in your local park (or at Will Rogers Gardens or Martin Nature Park) to get a peek at the monarchs as they migrate through Oklahoma City this month.

Timbeeer! Your OKC Parks forestry team cares for more than 19,000 trees throughout the city, including this one.

Winter athletic field rentals are open! If you're looking for a place to play or practice in December, January, and February (because you are CLEARLY a beast), OKC Parks has you covered: ow.ly/Ur2f50X3RMx

Not to brag, but the 2025 Garden Party with Friends at Will Rogers Gardens had everything: 💮 Flowers 🪴 Plants 🪴 People who know everything about plants 🦙 Alpacas 🦋 Monarch butterflies 🐝 Bees 🥳 Kids 🐶 Puppers ☕ Food trucks Thank you to all the amazing partners, vendors, and guests!

Join the fun with OKC Parks at our FREE youth fishing derby this Saturday! Kids ages 5-15 receive a free rod, reel, tackle, and bait while supplies last. Come learn how to cast, tie knots, and more at Dolese Youth Park! Registration isn't required, but it is helpful: https://ow.ly/v3U350WOnLw

We heard we've been invited to the Super Bowl. 🐇