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Adopt-A-Park Program

Neighborhood Parks

Ice Skating:  The City of Buffalo maintains hockey rinks at Greenbriar Park, Lion’s Park, and Sundance Ridge Park.  (Greenbriar and Lion’s have lights and a warming house, while Sundance Ridge only has boards).

Pleasure rinks are located at Sturges Park (on Buffalo Lake), Shonhaugen, Pine Meadows, and Buffalo Hills.

You can also check out the Civic Center page on the City of Buffalo’s website for public skating opportunities at http://www.ci.buffalo.mn.us/ParksRec/Civicctr.htm or call 763-682-4132.

Other Winter Activities:

Sledding:  Try zooming down the hills at Buffalo Heights Golf Course, Prairie View Park, or Sturges Park.

Cross-Country Skiing:  Get your exercise at Wild Marsh Golf Course or any of our fine City Parks!

Golf:  Sorry, it’s hard to hit balls in the snow, but you can still get out in the snow and play disc golf at West Pulaski Park.

Ice Fishing:  After checking out ice depths and fishing reports, check out Lake Pulaski or Buffalo Lake.

Walking/Running:  Use one of many fine trails in Buffalo to get your winter exercise!

Check out Buffalo’s Community Education programs for winter offerings!

Spring is coming……

2009  Adopt-a-Trail Program.  Show your community spirit by volunteering to watch over and pick up sections of walking paths.   If interested in trail adoption, please contact the Parks Department at 682-4132.  Watch out for more information to come on our website.

 Concerts in the Park is starting to plan for the 2009 Concert Series and could use your help.  If interested in donating funds to help support this free, fun, family event, please contact the Parks Department at 763-682-4132.  A new sponsor and donor program will be circulating soon.  See you every Thursday night in Sturges Park this summer!

Summer Planting is just around the corner, if you’re interested in planting a volunteer flower bed or having your own garden space for vegetables, please contact the Parks Department or check the website later this winter for information.

Registration for summer programs isn’t far away.  Check out Community Education for registration dates for all kinds of programs such as T-Ball, youth baseball, SPARK, summer camps, and more.

Arena Football teams are now forming for the spring league at the Civic Center starting in March.  Please contact Community Education for registration information at 682-8770.

Look What's New at the Parkshore Pavilion

The Parkshore Pavilion now offers a pontoon boat to rent for fishing or pleasure cruising.  With a capacity of up to ten people, and complete with a sun canopy, comfortable seating, and console steering, this boat will certainly show your group a good time!  There are also four new paddle boats for the enjoyment of lake walk visitors.  These new vessels are spacious, easily maneuverable, can seat up to four people, and have a sun canopy to make your experience even more relaxing.  These attractive boats will satisfy your need for exercise, relaxation, and sunshine!  The pontoon and paddle boats were purchased by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority Board using funds designated to improve the downtown area of Buffalo.