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"Who questions nowadays that simple recreation in the open air
amid beautiful natural surroundings contributes to physical
and moral health, to a saner and happier life?"
- John Nolen, 1909
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Milwaukee County Parks Director Sue Black's "Top Picks in the Parks"
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The Milwaukee County Parks Dept. is named as one of four finalists for the Gold Medal Award in the Park and Recreation Management Program. See the press release or learn more about the award
Kudos from the Executive Director of the WI Park & Rec Assoc.
Give your input for another award!
Several Milwaukee County Parks have been nominated for "Best Park or Playground" in Nickelodeon’s Parent’s Picks of 2009. Cast your vote!
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Golf is available as weather permits. Learn more about our golf specials
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Visit Brown Deer Golf Course for the US Bank Championship |
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Spend your time in the waterpark--not traveling to it!
NOW OPEN!
Cool Waters & David F. Schulz Aquatic Center
Also open are the Deep-Well Pools and Indoor Pools
Due to technical difficulties, Sheridan pool will be closed for repairs. Please check back for more information.
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Come back to the beach for Family Day |
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Experience a different take on golf -- Nite-Glow Golf |
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The Great Circus Parade is returning to Milwaukee.
Get The Best Seats on The Route |
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Join us Friday at any of the 4 locations for our popular Friday Fish Fry |
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See the July 3rd US Bank Fireworks at the lakefront or visit celebrations presented by the cities of Milwaukee County
Get details on the fireworks and events
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FREE concerts in the parks! Plan your schedule around the Summer's Best Parks Concerts |
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Buy your produce fresh from the farm at Farmer's Markets in the Parks |
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Watch semi-pro football at its finest – the "working man's NFL" |
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Kids – have a fun summer in the Parks:
Attend Milwaukee Recreation's Summer Playground Program
and AWE Summer Truck Studio Art Workshops
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Park Happenings |
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Storm sewer contruction will affect Sheridan Park through late August. Sheridan Drive will be barricaded from Layton Ave. south to Munkwitz Ave. Patrons visiting the area south of Layton Ave--which includes the pool-- are asked to use the parking lot on Munkwitz Ave
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And the winner is. . .
The Parks wins Best of State in Engineering Excellence for Bradford Beach Storm Water Controls
and the winner is. . .
The Parks wins the national award from the American Public Works Association for Public Works Project of the Year
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Boy Scouts working toward Eagle rank can plan their Eagle Projects in the Parks |
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Emerald Ash Borer:
What is it? Is it affecting your trees? How can you help prevent the spread?
Learn more about Emerald Ash Borer
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A partner of Milwaukee County Parks, MADACC, Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission, offers Milwaukee County residents online pet licensing. For details, visit MADACC
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Connecting with nature, learning leadership skills, and working as a team are among the experiences and lessons learned by youths in the Conservation Leadership Corps |
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Become a partner of the parks
The Milwaukee County Park System is building successful business partnerships |
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Watch a 360-video of the final concert & beach party of the Music Under Glass '09 series
See photos of past events. . .
video (You Tube) or snapshots
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2009 Year-at-a-Glance Events Calendar |