Ashland Parks and Recreation

Ashland Parks and Recreation Serving Ashland and the surrounding communities by providing fun, engaging programs for youth, adults and visitors. www.ashlandparks.org
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Come see us at the Bretting Community Center - Home of the Parks & Recreation Department! to register for classes visit https://secure.rec1.com/WI/ashland-wi/catalog

We’re hosting a Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz event! What’s a BioBlitz? The Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz is an event ...
09/14/2024

We’re hosting a Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz event! What’s a BioBlitz? The Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz is an event where community members work together to create a snapshot of the variety of wildlife that can be found in the City of Ashland between September 16th-30th. We use an app called iNaturalist to take pictures of plants, insects and animals to see what wildlife is present in our city during this time period and provide us with more information about pollinators, which are essential to our ecosystem.

This information will help us understand how we can better protect pollinators and other important wildlife in our community.

Here is the lint to our online event: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/parks-for-pollinators-2024-city-of-ashland-parks-and-recreation

Check out this resource for more information on using iNaturalist: https://vimeo.com/162581545

Join Ashland Parks and Recreation and parks throughout the country in a fun challenge to see how many pollinator species can be documented this September. It is easy to participate by joining an event or making observations on your own using the iNaturalist app. With the iNaturalist app, you simply....

Do your kids need something to do Friday, September 27th while schools out? Join us at the Bretting Center for No School...
09/13/2024

Do your kids need something to do Friday, September 27th while schools out? Join us at the Bretting Center for No School Day! Each no school day features a combination of group activities, free play, outdoor time to keep the day busy and fun! Snacks will be provided, please bring your own lunch.
Registration is open- sign up on the link below!
https://secure.rec1.com/WI/ashland-wi/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTMyOTQ1OTI=

Registration is still OPEN for the Love of (Mountain) Bikes Skills Clinics! Join us for three days of clinics that cover...
09/10/2024

Registration is still OPEN for the Love of (Mountain) Bikes Skills Clinics! Join us for three days of clinics that cover a variety of mountain biking skills. Come for one day, two, or all three but sign up soon as spots are limited!

The Beaser Kids Garden Club will be starting back up next week Thursday Sept. 13th! Through September we will only be ru...
09/04/2024

The Beaser Kids Garden Club will be starting back up next week Thursday Sept. 13th! Through September we will only be running the afternoon session! We're excited to get back into the garden with you all!

The Sept/Oct gymnastics session starts next week! It's not too late to register for the session and there are plenty of ...
09/03/2024

The Sept/Oct gymnastics session starts next week! It's not too late to register for the session and there are plenty of fun classes that still have openings! There is something for everyone and lots of fun to be had - kick off fall right and register today!

Catalog Link: https://secure.rec1.com/WI/ashland-wi/catalog

As a reminder the Bretting Center will be closed for Labor Day and Labor Day weekend! Thank you for your understanding!
08/30/2024

As a reminder the Bretting Center will be closed for Labor Day and Labor Day weekend! Thank you for your understanding!

UPDATE! Tomorrow is the last show of the year for the 2024 Summer Concert Series! Help us close out a great season by gr...
08/28/2024

UPDATE! Tomorrow is the last show of the year for the 2024 Summer Concert Series! Help us close out a great season by grooving with Baba Fats at Pearson Plaza!

It's happening!! Gymnastics registration for the 2024 Sept/Oct session is OPEN! 🎉This fall we are offering all of our cl...
08/28/2024

It's happening!! Gymnastics registration for the 2024 Sept/Oct session is OPEN! 🎉

This fall we are offering all of our classic classes including Kindergym, Tots Gymnastics, and Ninja! Be sure to check out our new recreational path classes as well. There is a class for almost every kid! We're excited to start a new and fun season!

Gymnastics registration for the 2024 Sept/Oct session will open this Wednesday, August 28th, at 9 AM! Be sure to check o...
08/26/2024

Gymnastics registration for the 2024 Sept/Oct session will open this Wednesday, August 28th, at 9 AM!

Be sure to check out our new classes that focus on a recreational path for gymnastics! There is a class for almost every kid! We're excited to start a new and fun season!

Youth Flag Football is practice this evening is canceled due to the heat advisory. Practice will resume on Wednesday!
08/26/2024

Youth Flag Football is practice this evening is canceled due to the heat advisory. Practice will resume on Wednesday!

Registration is OPEN for the Love of (Mountain) Bikes Skills Clinics! Join us for three days of clinics that cover a var...
08/17/2024

Registration is OPEN for the Love of (Mountain) Bikes Skills Clinics! Join us for three days of clinics that cover a variety of mountain biking skills. Come for one day, two, or all three but sign up soon as spots are limited!

08/16/2024

Ashland County Beach Update for Friday, August 16th 🏖

Current beach report for Ashland:
🟢Bayview, Kreher, 6th Ave West, Maslowski West and Maslowski Beachs East are all OPEN

You can find beach closings and advisories for Great Lakes Coastal Beaches and select inland beaches in Wisconsin from Memorial Day through Labor Day by visiting: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Beaches/AdvisoryMap.html

Thank you Chequamegon Food Co-op for hosting
08/16/2024

Thank you Chequamegon Food Co-op for hosting

As a reminder the Bretting Community Center will be closed today for the primary election! Normal gym hours will resume ...
08/13/2024

As a reminder the Bretting Community Center will be closed today for the primary election! Normal gym hours will resume tomorrow at noon and the normal game room schedule will resume tomorrow at 9 AM.

As a reminder the Beaser Kids Garden Club will only be meeting in the mornings from now until our Fall session!
08/08/2024

As a reminder the Beaser Kids Garden Club will only be meeting in the mornings from now until our Fall session!

08/06/2024

Ashland County Beach Update for Tuesday, August 6th 🏖

Current beach report for Ashland:
🟢Bayview, Kreher, 6th Ave West, Maslowski West and Maslowski Beachs East are all OPEN

You can find beach closings and advisories for Great Lakes Coastal Beaches and select inland beaches in Wisconsin from Memorial Day through Labor Day by visiting: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Beaches/AdvisoryMap.html

Did you know that Ashland Parks & Recreation has a gymnastics class for kids of any age? One of our favorite programs is...
07/30/2024

Did you know that Ashland Parks & Recreation has a gymnastics class for kids of any age? One of our favorite programs is Kindergym! Open to any child of Kindergarten age Kindergym is a great way to introduce children to gymnastics and learn foundational skills. Register today for either the Tuesday or Wednesday session!

Tuesdays at 3PM: https://secure.rec1.com/WI/ashland-wi/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTMyMTUxNDI=

Wednesdays at 6PM: https://secure.rec1.com/WI/ashland-wi/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTMyMTUxMzc=

It's not to late to unleash your inner Ninja! Registration is still open for our Ninja Class! New this session is three ...
07/30/2024

It's not to late to unleash your inner Ninja! Registration is still open for our Ninja Class! New this session is three time slots for different ages!

Register Today: https://secure.rec1.com/WI/ashland-wi/catalog

Ashland County Beach Update for Tuesday, July 23rd 🏖Current beach report for Ashland: 🟢Bayview, 6th Ave West, Maslowski ...
07/25/2024

Ashland County Beach Update for Tuesday, July 23rd 🏖
Current beach report for Ashland:
🟢Bayview, 6th Ave West, Maslowski Beach West and Maslowski Beach East and Kreher are all OPEN.

🌧Please be aware that heavy rainfall increases the likelihood of unhealthy water quality conditions. Be cautions if you are headed to the beach after heavy rain. What does this mean?
Increased risk of illness may be present based on recent monitoring/following rain events. For your safety:
🏊‍♂️Swim at your own risk.
🫗Do not ingest lake water.
🚿Shower after swimming.
🧼Wash hands before eating.
🚫Do not swim if you are ill.
You can find beach closings and advisories for Great Lakes Coastal Beaches and select inland beaches in Wisconsin from Memorial Day through Labor Day by visiting:

Beach Closings and Advisories Map Wisconsin Beach Health The interactive map below is part of the DNR's Wisconsin Beach Health database. It reflects beach status information provided by the local public health departments. You can find beach closings and advisories for Great Lakes coastal beaches an...

Due to staffing the Bretting Community Center will be closing on Friday, July 26th, at 4 PM.
07/25/2024

Due to staffing the Bretting Community Center will be closing on Friday, July 26th, at 4 PM.

Ashland County Beach Update for Wednesday, July 24rd 🏖Current beach report for the City of Ashland: 🟢Bayview, 6th Ave We...
07/24/2024

Ashland County Beach Update for Wednesday, July 24rd 🏖
Current beach report for the City of Ashland:
🟢Bayview, 6th Ave West, Maslowski Beach West and Maslowski Beach East are all OPEN.
🟠 Kreher Beach is CLOSED due to elevated E. coli levels. An closed sign will be posted and remain until E. coli levels fall below closure limits.
🌧Please be aware that heavy rainfall increases the likelihood of unhealthy water quality conditions. Be cautions if you are headed to the beach after heavy rain. What does this mean?
Increased risk of illness may be present based on recent monitoring/following rain events. For your safety:
🏊‍♂️Swim at your own risk.
🫗Do not ingest lake water.
🚿Shower after swimming.
🧼Wash hands before eating.
🚫Do not swim if you are ill.
You can find beach closings and advisories for Great Lakes Coastal Beaches and select inland beaches in Wisconsin from Memorial Day through Labor Day by visiting:

Beach Closings and Advisories Map Wisconsin Beach Health The interactive map below is part of the DNR's Wisconsin Beach Health database. It reflects beach status information provided by the local public health departments. You can find beach closings and advisories for Great Lakes coastal beaches an...

07/23/2024

Ashland County Beach Update for Tuesday, July 23rd 🏖
Current beach report for Ashland:
🟢Bayview, 6th Ave West, Maslowski Beach West and Maslowski Beach East are all OPEN.
🟠 Kreher Beach is under ADVISORY due to elevated E. coli levels. An advisory sign will be posted and remain until E. coli levels fall below advisory limits.
🌧Please be aware that heavy rainfall increases the likelihood of unhealthy water quality conditions. Be cautions if you are headed to the beach after heavy rain. What does this mean?
Increased risk of illness may be present based on recent monitoring/following rain events. For your safety:
🏊‍♂️Swim at your own risk.
🫗Do not ingest lake water.
🚿Shower after swimming.
🧼Wash hands before eating.
🚫Do not swim if you are ill.
You can find beach closings and advisories for Great Lakes Coastal Beaches and select inland beaches in Wisconsin from Memorial Day through Labor Day by visiting: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Beaches/AdvisoryMap.html

Address

400 4th Avenue W
Ashland, WI
54806

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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