BREC's Burbank Dog Park

11/28/2025

Bring the whole family! Furry members included! 🐕🐾

Dog Day at the Swamp is back at Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center! Explore the trail with your furry friend and create a toy or craft for your dog.

All pets must be on a leash and have up-to-date vaccinations.

📍Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center
🗓️ Dec. 20
🕐 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Learn more ➡️ brec.org/calendar/detail/dog-day-at-the-swamp-25.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from us at BREC! 🦃🤗💚 We’re thankful for YOU — for volunteering, visiting our parks, and joining our events. What are you thankful for?

11/26/2025

✨⭐️ The wait is almost over! Zoo Lights opens in TWO days!

Experience the Baton Rouge Zoo with dazzling light displays, glowing trails, and animal encounters under the stars.

Don’t miss this holiday tradition!

📍Baton Rouge Zoo
🗓️ Nov. 28 - Dec. 30 (closed Christmas Eve + Christmas Day)
�🕐 5:30 - 9 p.m.

Learn more ➡️ brec.org/calendar/detail/zoolights

BREC operates public park and recreation facilities and programs throughout East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, USA. This award-winning agency is a member of NRPA (The National Recreation and Park Association) and has been nationally accredited and recognized as one of America's premier recreat...

11/26/2025

The Extreme Sports Skate Park will be closed on Dec. 12 to Dec. 14 for Let It Sneaux. We will resume regular hours on Monday, Dec. 15. Please be aware, we do not expect an extended closure this year because there will be no "snow residue" due to the use of particular materials.

If you are interested in the Let It Sneaux event, find out more: brec.org/calendar/detail/let-it-sneaux.

BREC operates public park and recreation facilities and programs throughout East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, USA. This award-winning agency is a member of NRPA (The National Recreation and Park Association) and has been nationally accredited and recognized as one of America's premier recreat...

11/25/2025

✨ Did you know that The Geminids were first spotted in the mid-1800s?

Gather your Krewe for one of the brightest meteor showers of the year. Bring your blanket, sit back, and watch the sky light up with countless shooting stars. (Viewings may shift by one day).

📍Highland Road Park Observatory
🗓️ Dec. 12
🕐 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Learn more ➡️ brec.org/calendar/detail/geminid-meteor-shower.

11/25/2025

As Thanksgiving approaches, we're feeling extra thankful for the beautiful fall colors. 🍁💚 Have you visited your favorite spot yet?

11/25/2025

🎄 This December, our art studio transforms into Whoville!

Kids ages 8–11 are invited to our Holiday Pop-Up: Brrrr…The Grinch, where they’ll make festive art, watch the original Grinch, and sip on cocoa with Grinch-green treats.

Meanwhile, parents—enjoy an evening out, stress-free, knowing your little ones are creating, learning, and having holiday fun. 🎨

📍 Milton J. Womack Park Art Studio
📅 Dec. 6 @5-9 p.m. | Space limited to 15

Give them a magical night—and give yourself the gift of free time. 💚
https://www.brec.org/calendar/detail/holiday-popupbrrrrthe-grinch

11/25/2025

BREC leadership joined neighbors at the Mayfair Crime Prevention Council meeting on November 20 to celebrate a meaningful improvement to the location, the installation of new mini-split units.

These energy-efficient systems were installed by BREC to provide quick, cost-effective heating and cooling with minimal structural impact, a sustainable upgrade that boosts comfort year-round. If they continue to perform well, you may see more of these units across future BREC locations.

Thank you to the community and partners who joined us:
• Jennifer Racca, District 12 Council
• Lon Vicknair, Chief of Staff for the Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge
• Janet Simmons, BREC Interim Superintendent
• Maurice Valesquez, BREC Chief of Staff
• Dr. RaHarold Lawson, BREC Director of Park Operations

11/24/2025

This week, Cade from our Natural Resource Management team takes you behind the scenes of all the work happening across our parks! 🌿

From prepping Frenchtown for Southern University students to plant native species, to treating invasive water lettuce at Howell, the team stayed busy restoring healthy habitats. They also teamed up with the Louisiana Conservation Corps to clear invasive tallow at Farr Park and to help prep the pond at North Sherwood Forest for our Fall Catfish Rodeo.

They wrapped up the week by stocking 1,000 lbs of channel catfish. 🎣💚

You can learn more about BREC's conservation efforts at brec.org/conservation or reach out via email to [email protected].

11/24/2025

🏀 Don’t miss your shot—registration is open!

The Youth Basketball of Baton Rouge Winter League is back for another season of hoops, hustle, and hometown pride. Leagues are available for every age—from Little Ballers (PreK + K) to Varsity (9th grade)—with games played at locations across East Baton Rouge Parish.

📅 League Play: Jan. 10–Mar. 14
📝 Register: Nov. 1–Dec. 8
📍 Various BREC locations

🎟️ Details + registration → brec.org/basketball.

Let’s play ball, Baton Rouge!

11/24/2025

Ready to make some unforgettable memories? 🐴🌿

Grab your Krewe and take a guided trail ride at BREC's Farr Park Equestrian Center on select weekends this December! It's the perfect way to try horseback riding and enjoy outdoor adventure.

🗓️ Dec. 6 + 13 + 27
🕐 Ride times: 9 a.m. + 11 a.m. + 12 p.m.
Ages: 9+
🎟️ $50 per rider
Max: 8 riders per time slot

By appointment only!

Book your spot ➡️ brec.org/calendar/detail/guided-trail-rides.

11/24/2025

🌱💚 Did you know?

Every time you skip carving or marking a tree, you're helping it stay healthy and full of life! Damage to bark can slow healing and invite pests, but together we can keep our parks thriving.

Thanks for helping us Preserve the Park, Protect the Bark!