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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 7h

Ready for Halloween enchantment? 👑 OKC Parks has you covered with special events this month: ow.ly/VtU350ZWPbG

Young girl in a yellow dress smiling while selecting wooden craft pieces on a table outdoors.

Young girl dressed as a purple vampire with a high collar and holding a light-up wand indoors.

okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Beat the crowds! Join us for a night of fun trick-or-treating through Will Rogers Gardens on Friday, October 23. Halloween on the Green includes snacks, crafts, and more. Tickets are limited! Get yours now: ow.ly/gIhc50ZWPY6

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

We're so excited! Join us from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday for Martin Park Is For The Birds. We'll have all kinds of bird-themed fun, including family-friendly activities, guided bird hikes, ambassador birds, and guest speakers. This come-and-go event is completely FREE!

Illustration of an owl, hummingbird, and colorful songbird around text promoting free Martin Park Nature Center event on October 17.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

We have a few spots left in our lifeguarding class this week! This course teaches the essential skills of lifeguarding—along with First Aid, CPR, and AED training—through hands-on practice and supportive instruction. Learn more and sign up here: ow.ly/o16550ZWPQe

American Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguard Certification course details with dates, time, cost, and location on a dark background with red lifebuoys.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

We swear we aren't ignoring you. 🥺 An IT outage affecting multiple OKC facilities is disrupting phone and internet service at several of our locations, including Martin Park Nature Center and Will Rogers Gardens. Thank you for your patience as we wait for service to be restored!

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

We're going to be honest: we love this weather. 🤩

Woman wearing a cap and dark clothing watering plants in a large gray planter on a sunny day in an urban park.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our Forestry Crew travels throughout the city, trimming and managing trees within our park system. They recently stopped by Edgemere Park to care for the trees there. Look at this beautiful work! 😍 Thanks to this team for caring for our urban forest.

A sunlit park area with scattered green trees casting shadows on dry grass under a clear blue sky.

Empty black metal bench on a concrete slab beside a sidewalk under large green trees in a sunny park.

Two workers operate a green wood chipper machine in a grassy area with cut tree logs nearby under a partly cloudy sky.

A lush willow tree with long, drooping branches stands alone in a sunlit grassy park area.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Will we see you Saturday? Join us at Will Rogers Gardens for the 2026 Garden Party with Friends! 💚 Not to brag, but there will be alpacas. Details about this free event here: ow.ly/cAZw50ZLUwE

Green promotional poster for the 2026 Garden Party with Friends event hosted by OKC Parks on September 26 from 8 to 11 a.m., free admission.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

It finally feels like fall! Fall Break is right around the corner, and we have camps across the city. Find one here: ow.ly/o9F150ZPThr

Silhouettes of children playing outdoors at sunset with text 'Outdoor Adventure CAMP' over a lake and mountain background.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Come learn how to dry flowers! Our demonstration-style workshop is perfect for anyone curious about working with dried botanicals. You'll leave with plenty of ideas for creating your own long-lasting floral pieces at home! Sign up here: ow.ly/OQLG50ZOoyX

Bundles of dried flowers hanging against a dark wooden background with text promoting a dried floral wreath design event at Will Rogers Gardens on September 19.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

It's almost time! ✂️ We cut the ribbon at Edwards Park on Tuesday, Sept. 22, and we're so excited about the improvements here. Read more: ow.ly/TWen50ZNWJv

A green field with lights, goals, and goalposts under a blue sky with wispy clouds.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Bad news: it's still hot. 🥵 Good news: spraygrounds are open through Sept. 27! 🥳 Find one close to you at okc.gov/spraygrounds.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

It's almost time for one of our favorite events: Garden Party With Friends! This free celebration is 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 at Will Rogers Gardens. Stroll through lively booths, pollinator‑friendly gardening tips, shop a plant sale, meet charming alpacas, and enjoy local food trucks.

Green promotional graphic for the 2026 Garden Party with Friends event hosted by OKC Parks on September 26 from 8 to 11 a.m., free admission.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Ready to take the plunge? Learn to lifeguard during Fall Break! Join us Oct. 14-18. Register here: ow.ly/oHFR50ZMNyK

American Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguard Certification details with dates, time, cost, and location on a dark background with lifebuoy icons.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Saturday marks the beginning of teal season! 𖦏 Have you reserved your blind? Book a spot at okc.gov/hunting.

Waterfowl hunting season 2026-2027 with teal duck hunting dates from September 12 to September 20, 2026, by OKC Parks.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Evenings are a perfect time to sneak in a lovely walk at a park near you. 💚 All you need is love ... and bug spray.

Couple walking hand in hand on a tree-lined path across a wooden bridge in a peaceful park.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Join us for hands-on learning at our Homeschool STEM Explorers program! Classes are open to ages 7-12, and registration is open now. Learn more here: ow.ly/QZKz50ZHngQ

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

OK, we know it's 100 degrees outside, but fall is (hopefully!) around the corner. Sign up your kiddo to join us Oct. 12-16 for Outdoor Adventure Camp! Ages 8-14 are invited to enjoy all things outdoors: archery, hiking, fishing, rock climbing, kayaking, and more! Sign up: ow.ly/kUfY50ZHqeb

Silhouettes of children playing and exploring by a lakeside at sunset with bold text reading Outdoor Adventure Camp above.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Pro tip: visit during dawn and dusk to have the best chance to see these little guys scurrying around. Like us, they don't appreciate the ridiculous heat lately.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Welcome to Martin Park, friends! About 40 more prairie dogs arrived this week from Elmer Thomas Park in Lawton, where the population is too large. Martin Park is one of a few relocation sites throughout the state. These new prairie dogs arrived to diversify and grow our colony.

Prairie dog standing upright inside a metal cage with some straw scattered around.

Two prairie dogs inside a wire cage on straw bedding, one standing with a paw raised against the mesh.

A prairie dog peeks out from its burrow in a dry, grassy field under sunlight.

Prairie dogs resting on hay inside wire cages in the bed of a white pickup truck parked outdoors near trees.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

You might notice some new red basketball nets popping up across town. 👀❤️ They're a gift from State Farm Agent Sam Boyd! Sam donated 200+ nets to go up in 50 indoor and outdoor courts cared for by OKC Parks. This generous gift will last us about a YEAR! Thank you to Sam for supporting public parks!

Man standing on a red ladder fixing a basketball hoop in an outdoor park with shaded seating areas and trees nearby.

Group of nine adults standing on an outdoor basketball court under a hoop, some holding mini basketball nets, with trees and playground equipment in the background.

Man wearing a cap and white t-shirt adjusting a red basketball hoop indoors.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Parks of the Macklanburg Park playground will be blocked for several weeks for repairs. Vandalism not only eats up resources, but it keeps our youngest park visitors from playing. If you see vandalism in progress, please call police. If you notice damage, please report it: okc.gov/action

Red spiral slide and blue climbing structure at a playground during sunset with golden light filtering through.

View inside a green playground tunnel blocked at the end with plywood and yellow caution tape.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

'Cause I can see the light of a clear blue morning / I can see the light of a brand new day / I can see the light of a clear blue morning / Oh and everything's gonna be all right / It's gonna be okay.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Spot something amazing. Book your field trip to Martin Park Nature Center at okc.gov/martinpark.

A group of children leaning over a wooden railing, excitedly pointing at something in the water below on a sunny day.

Two young girls outdoors, one pointing intently at something in the distance while the other watches with curiosity.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Looking for after-school fun? Three of our community centers offer Kidz Rock for ages 6-12 for only $15 a month! Find a program near you: ow.ly/gyHZ50ZCUyY

Astronaut playing electric guitar floating on a planet surface with planets and rockets in the background, text reads 'Kidz Rock'.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Look at these majestic friends enjoying the sunset at Route 66 Park. 🤩 You never know what wildlife you'll spot at your local park.

Four geese swimming peacefully in a calm river near a rustic metal bridge at dusk.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

This week, the Oklahoma City Council City Council approved final plans for first phase of MAPS 4 improvements to parks across town. Twenty parks are in Phase 1, and we can't wait to see what lies ahead for these locations. Learn more here: ow.ly/8mY250ZC75J

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Fall baseball registration closes Friday night! We have teams for ages 3-14, and all skill levels are welcome. Sign up here: ow.ly/Vjkh50ZC69m

Baseball diamond graphic with text promoting OKC Parks baseball fall league registration and website link.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

My goodness! Check out this chickweed geometer moth, just minding its business and being adorable on the Oklahoma City Boulevard.

Yellow moth with pink zigzag patterns resting on green leafy plants in a natural outdoor setting.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Join us for our summer musical: RENT! See this theater classic about falling in love, finding your voice, and living for today. Tickets are only $20 to our inaugural show THIS WEEK at Sellers Performing Arts Center, 8301 S Villa Avenue. Buy at the door or reserve your seat: ow.ly/ahmu50ZAH5B

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Time is running out for our fall leagues! 🥎 Register your adult softball team THIS WEEK! Find out more at okc.gov/softball.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

This Gulf fritillary butterfly hopes you have a lovely Monday.

Close-up of a butterfly with white, orange, and black wings perched on vibrant orange lantana flowers in a garden near a paved road.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

River, our Fish OKC hatchery dog, was adopted from OKC Animal Welfare one year ago Friday, so we celebrated her rookie year by visiting friends at the shelter! To mark River's Gotcha Day, we took treats to adoptable friends Keeno-Dug (A475526), Igloo (A477838), and Butterfly (A472588).

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

She's learned basic commands, like sit and stay, but she's still very much a puppy. We are so glad she is part of the OKC Parks team!

Black dog with large ears wearing a blue patterned bandana, looking up with mouth open on a concrete surface.

Three adults standing in a line with the front person holding a smiling black dog wearing a blue patterned bandana.

Black dog wearing a blue patterned bandana smiling in front of a boat decorated with basketball-themed anniversary banners.

Three fists punching together with a black dog’s paw with them.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

River's primary job is to be on paw-trol, chasing away predatory birds and keeping growing fish safe. River also enjoys riding in the golf cart, swimming the rearing ponds, and running in the tall grass.

Man in a blue shirt and cap smiling while holding a cake and shaking paws with a black dog wearing a colorful bandana outdoors.

Man crouching beside a black dog wearing a blue patterned bandana, eating from a plate outdoors near a bench decorated festive cutouts.

Black dog wearing a blue patterned bandana eating pizza from a paper plate outdoors near a boat wheel and mini basketball hoop.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Today marks ONE YEAR since River the Hatchery Dog was adopted from OKC Animal Welfare by Fish OKC Biologist John Rayfield. We had to have a Gotcha Day party to celebrate her rookie year at the H.B. Parsons Fish Hatchery!

Black dog wearing a blue patterned bandana walking on pavement in front of a boat decorated with basketball-themed anniversary banners.

Black dog attentively looking at a bone-shaped treat with 'Gotcha Day' written on it held by a person outdoors.

Black dog wearing a basketball-patterned bandana looking intently at a basketball in an outdoor setting.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Best mail ever? Thanks to the Popsicle Fairy for dropping off treats for our frontline staff! 🧚‍♀️

Shelves labeled Forestry, Athletics, Park Maintenance, Bricktown, Horticulture, and Flower Shop hold stacks of colorful popsicle bundles wrapped in red netting.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Batter up! Step up to the plate this fall with OKC Parks baseball for ages 14 and younger. ⚾ Sign up now at okc.gov/baseball.

Young child in a blue helmet and yellow jersey preparing to hit a baseball off a tee at a sunny field.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Seniors are invited to join us for a four-week workshop on hand-building with clay! Registration is only $10 and includes everything you need. Sign up today: ow.ly/fG1750ZwOKF

Hands shaping a ball of clay promoting a Hand Building Clay Workshop at Will Rogers Senior Center with dates and pricing.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Hello from these Will Rogers Gardens cuties.

Dense cluster of vibrant orange flowers with slender green leaves covering the ground in a natural garden setting.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Come to Martin Park to learn about all things herp: turtles, snakes, frogs, salamanders, and other cutie patooties right in our back yard. Join us for a Herpetology Hike at 9 a.m. Saturday, August 15 for a FREE family-friendly presentation and guided hike. Sign up today: ow.ly/bFVW50Zwn3S

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

It's time to sign up for fall baseball! Our leagues go through age 14. Registration closes August 21, and play begins in September! Find more info at okc.gov/baseball.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Soccer registration is open! ⚽ We have fall and year-round leagues for adults and kids. Find your spot here: ow.ly/IQvr50ZtA0N

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Join us for Solar SUNdays! 🌞 Come by Martin Park Nature Center between 2 and 4 p.m. every Sunday this month for a chance to look through a solar telescope. (Also, Friends of Martin Park will have craft kits available for purchase to make your very own kaleidoscope, sun catcher, or sun print art!)

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Today is Lifeguard Appreciation Day! 🛟 We've had about 100 saves so far this summer, and only two resulted in emergency calls. Thank you to all the lifeguards who keep swimmers safe at our four pools.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

It's a beautiful morning to tend beds along the Oklahoma City Boulevard. ⛅

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

UPDATE: The pool will be closed through Friday, July 31.

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okcparks.bsky.social @okcparks.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Studies show that parks are associated with a rise in physical activity for those who live nearby. July is National Park and Recreation Month, and today we celebrate the power of well-being. Find a place to get active near you at okc.gov/parks.

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