Parks, Recreation & Forestry

 

Parks, Rec & Forestry

925 S. Sixth, De Pere, WI 54115

Ph: 920-339-4065, Fax: 920-339-4071

Hours: 7:30 - 4  M-F

dpparks@mail.de-pere.org

 
On behalf of all the staff from the Park, Recreation & Forestry Department, we would like to welcome you to our website. It is designed to assist you in obtaining information on our facilities and services.

Mission
The department has established a city-wide system of parks, open space and recreational facilities that will economically provide De Pere residents of all ages with adequate, convenient and high quality/safe recreation and leisure experience on a year-round basis.  The department has also established a progressive Urban Forestry program through proper planning, planting and maintenance to provide a better environment for the citizens of De Pere.

Profile
The department administers programs and maintains 282 acres of parks/greenspace which includes two (2) outdoor swimming pools, three (3) boat launch facilities and a community center.  We provide a variety of recreation programs for all ages at the many facilities we have in the parks and at the community center.  Recreational activities are provided year-round through the cooperation of the east and west school districts.

I hope you will take some time to view our website and find the information you need to become a PARTICIPANT.  Please enjoy your visit and let us know how we can improve.

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