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Upcoming meetings: Park Presidio Greenbelt discussion, New designs for GG Park Dog Park

Posted on July 9, 2018 by Sarah B.

There are two neighborhood meetings coming up that you may want to check out: Presidio Greenbelt Community Meeting | Thursday, July 12 @ 6pm Richmond Recreation Center, 251 18th Avenue Supervisor Sandra Fewer has secured a starting budget of $50,000… Continue Reading →

Events, Golden Gate Park, Parks, Pets
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Outdoor movie nights return to Rossi Park with Coco (May 26) and the original Jumanji (June 16)

Posted on May 14, 2018 by Sarah B.

The Richmond District YMCA will once again host family movie nights at Rossi Park. Admission is free and all you need is a good blanket and layers to enjoy these family-friendly films. First up on Saturday, May 26 (5pm) is… Continue Reading →

Movies, Parks
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Flashback Friday: Rope swing over Mountain Lake

Posted on July 14, 2017 by Sarah B.

Dennis R. shared these photos on Facebook group recently of the infamous rope swing that used to be on the east shore of Mountain Lake. It was a popular hang out for adventurous kids in the 1970’s and 80’s. Looks… Continue Reading →

Parks
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Rossi Pool Recreation Center to undergo $8.2 Million renovation

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Sarah B.

Last Tuesday, a public meeting was held to present the final concept for an upcoming $8.2 million renovation to Rossi Pool, located on Arguello and Anza. The building was constructed in 1956 by architect H.C. Baumann, who was also the… Continue Reading →

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Photos + Video: Hundreds come out for Mountain Lake Park Playground re-opening; new StoryWalk exhibit along the lake

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Sarah B.

Despite the wet weather on Thursday, hundreds came out to the grand re-opening of Mountain Lake Park Playground. The new structures were teeming with excited kids and free cookies from Angelina’s Cafe kept everyone fueled for their playground adventures. The… Continue Reading →

Kids, Parks
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After 1 year delay, Mountain Lake Park Playground will finally reopen on June 8

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Sarah B.

Every week or so, we receive an email here on the blog that goes something like this: “What is going on with Mt. Lake Park playground? Is it ever going to reopen?” It’s a fair question, given the $3.15 million… Continue Reading →

Kids, Parks
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Park Service considering overnight program for outdoor education company at Fort Miley

Posted on March 28, 2017 by Sarah B.

For over 30 years now, the Pacific Leadership Institute has operated a ropes course at Fort Miley. You may have walked or driven by it many times, and not even noticed it tucked into the forest just above the USS… Continue Reading →

Lands End, Parks, Recreation
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New GGNRA dog rules on hold after requests from Congress and release of Freedom of Information Act documents

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Sarah B.

The National Park Service (NPS) announced today that they have put on hold the signing of the Record of Decision and the publication of the Final Rule for Dog Management at Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The NPS said they… Continue Reading →

Parks, Pets, Recreation

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