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PARKS AND RECREATION | LINCOLN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

3131 O Street, Suite 300, Lincoln, NE 68510

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Hours

Mon 8 am - 4:30 pm Tue 8 am - 4:30 pm Wed 8 am - 4:30 pm Thu 8 am - 4:30 pm Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm

Languages

English

Application process

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Fees

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Service area

Lancaster County, Nebraska

Description

Improves and maintains the physical appearance and quality of park grounds, facilities, and pools. Plans the establishment and care of public tree resources in Lincoln.

Outdoor education acquaints urban residents with the natural areas in Lincoln, including the Wilderness Park riparian forest, and the Pioneers Park Nature Center which includes 8.5 miles of trails and 668 acres of wetlands, virgin prairie, and live animal exhibits.

Four 18-hole public golf courses and one 9-hole junior golf course.

Maintains public swimming pools.

Year-round recreational programs and activities at the community recreation centers.

Summer and winter playgrounds.

Specialized programs for individuals with disabilities and for older adults.

Special events throughout the year for varied target audiences.

Reserved rental of parks and recreation facilities, and pools.

Athletic league programs.

Providing organization

LINCOLN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Maintenance and protection of Lincoln's park and recreation system.