BROWNSVILLE
PARKS & REC
2 019 O F F IC IA L G U I D E TO B R OWN S V I L L E PA R K S A N D R EC R E ATI O N ACT I V I TI E S
2019 OFFICIAL GUIDE TO
@btxparks
PARKS & RECREATION STAFF Parks and Recreation Director Damaris McGlone, CTRS
ELEC T E D OF F I C I A L S TONY MARTINEZ Mayor, City of Brownsville
RICARDO LONGORIA JR City Commissioner, District 1
JESSICA TETREAU-KALIFA City Commissioner, District 2
JOEL MUNGIA
City Commissioner, District 3
BEN NEECE
City Commissioner, District 4
VACANT
City Commissioner, At Large “A”
ROSE M.Z. GOWEN
City Commissioner, At Large “B”
CI T Y M A N AG E M E N T NOEL BERNAL, ICMA-CM City Manager
HELEN RAMIREZ, AICP Deputy City Manager
MICHAEL LOPEZ, MPA Assistant City Manager
DR. ARTURO RODRIGUEZ DNP, MPH, CPM Assistant City Manager
PAR K S A DV I S O RY BOA RD MYRTA GARZA Chair, PARD Advisory Board
ESLI CEBALLOS ADRIAN DELGADO MIKE LEINART JOE LEE RUBIO JORGE SANTOY BENJAMIN DEL ANGEL
Assistant Marketing & Business Development Director Nathan Burkhart Brownsville Sports Park Superintendent Ray Arellano Youth Athletics Supervisor Raul Maraboto Community Recreation & Inclusion Coordinator Gloria Gonzalez Special Events Coordinator Michelle Otero Parks Operations Manager Daniel Salinas Brownsville Event Center Manager Corine Parris Brownsville Golf Center Manager Vacant Community Center Coordinator at Ringgold Civic Pavilion Yoli Perez-Ayala Aquatics & Compliance Coordinator Sigifredo Zavala
THINKING ABOUT JOINING THE PARKS ADVISORY BOARD? 1. Must be a citizen and electorate of the city; 2. Must be a resident of the state for at least three years. 3. Must be a resident of the city for at least two years. 4. Cannot be employed by the City of Brownsville.
Those considering applying to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee should be: Willing and able to review and discuss all topics that come before the board with an open mind and during the decision making process act for the general welfare of the people of the City of Brownsville. For more information, please dial (956) 546-HELP.
FROM THE CITY MANAGER
In December 3, 2018, I had the privilege of beginning my service as Brownsville City Manager. It is my honor and pleasure to be serving the community during this exciting time. The city has several major projects going on such as the Airport Terminal expansion, improvements to the Brownsville Metro transit system, and continued developed of our trail system for enhancing the quality of life in the community. These investments are important for supporting continued growth.
NOEL BERNAL, ICMA-CM City Manager
My focus in the first 100 days is to support these ongoing projects, while building relationships in the community. To that end, I will be spending time meeting with various community stakeholders to learn more about what works, what could work better, and what is next for Brownsville.
There is a lot of history and background for me to learn. I look forward to meeting and listening to your thoughts as we work to make Brownsville an even better community into the future. In service to you, Noel Bernal ICMA-CM City Manager
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 - REGISTRATION & CONTRACTING
22 - DEAN PORTER PARK
4 - ADVENTURE CAMP
23 - BROWNSVILLE EVENTS CENTER
5 - UPCOMING EVENTS
25 - MOBILE REC UNIT
7 - PARKS AMENITIES
26 - SUMMER REC PROGRAM
9 - KEEP BROWNSVILLE BEAUTIFUL
27 - LUNADA ARTISAN MARKET
11 - BROWNSVILLE GOLF CENTER
29 - LEADERSHIP & LIFEGUARD
13 - AQUATICS PROGRAM 15 - BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK 19 - YOUTH ATHLETICS 21 - RINGGOLD CIVIC PAVILION
IN TRAINING 31 - DOWNTOWN REC CENTER 33 - HIKING & BIKING TRAILS
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
COB.RECDESK.COM YOUR SOURCE FOR CITY OR BROWNSVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS, ATHLETIC LEAGUES, SPECIAL EVENTS, COBPARD OPPORTUNITIES & MORE.
STEP 1. Create your account. You will be asked to fill in your name and information.
STEP 2. Browse and select the program of your choice, then click “register” option.
STEP 3. Select your payment option. Follow steps on the website.
STEP 4. Success! You are registered.
Smile, you may be captured by our camera! The City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department (BPARD) routinely takes photos and video of participants & visitors in our programs and facilities for promotional purposes. Please be aware that by participating or utilizing our facilities, you are granting the BPARD & its agents the right to use and publish your image or your minor child’s image, and that no monetary remuneration will be given.
Contracting Opportunities within the City of Brownsville Parks & Recreation Department
BOXING Dancing
GARDENING
Yoga
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Our community is filled with talented individuals! If you or someone you know would like to teach dance classes, yoga sessions, guitar lessons, ceramics, or even computer programming or exercise courses that would benefit our community -- we can help! The Brownsville Parks & Recreation Department is looking for programs that fall in line with our philosophy: focusing on health and wellness, social equity, education, innovation, and leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come. You provide the expertise, we can take care of the rest! For more information about teaching a class or being an independent contractor with us, please call Michelle Otero at (956) 275-1120
2019 BROWNSVILLE PARKS GUIDE
Raul Maraboto at (956) 275-1324 2019 BROWNSVILLE PARKS GUIDE
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G N I M O C P U EVENT13S
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UNT 6PM-8PM RK EASTER EGG H SPORTS PA @BROWNSVILLE
EARTH FEST EAR PARK LIN @ PM 9 AM - 12
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APR
27 APR
FEST SOUTH TEXAS TACO NSVILLE SPORTS PARK OW BR @ 4 PM - 11 PM
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WARS FESTIVAL REBEL FEST: A STAR RK 6 PM - 10 PM@LINEAR PA
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MAY
MAY
LUNADA ARTISAN MARKET + KID’S TO PARKS DAY 6 PM - 10 PM @LINEAR PARK
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SPLASH DAY MEMORIAL DAY 12 PM - 4 PM @SAMS POOL
27 MAY
MAY
MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION 11 AM - 1 PM @ VETERANS PARK
EVENTS & SERVICES FAIR 1 PM - 7 PM @BROWNSVILLE EVENTS CENTER
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Stay connected with us on Facebook | Twitter| Instagram @BTXPARKS
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2019 UPCOMING EVENTS
Through the Park Champion initiative, National Recreation & Parks Association (NRPA) members and community advocates are serving as year-round ambassadors for their community to their elected officials. Park Champions are learning how to be effective advocates by engaging their federal elected officials with phone calls, letters, sign-ons, and, most importantly, Park Champion events.
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JUN
LUNADA ARTISAN MARKET 6 PM - 10 PM @LINEAR PARK
JULY 4TH SALUTE TO FREEDOM CELEBRATION 4PM - 10 PM @BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK
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JULY
SEP
NOV
DEC
AUG
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OCT
VETERANS DAY @ VETERANS PARK
HOLIDAY VILLAGE OPENING DAY 6 PM - 9 PM@ DEAN PORTER PARK
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LUNADA ARTISAN MARKET 6 PM - 10 PM @LINEAR PARK
HAUNTED TRAILS 6 PM - 11 PM @RESACA DE LA PALMA TEXAS STATE PARK
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JULY
LUNADA ARTISAN MARKET 6 PM - 10 PM @LINEAR PARK
LUNADA ARTISAN MARKET 6 PM - 10 PM @LINEAR PARK
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NOV
HOLIDAY LIGHTING CEREMONY 6 PM - 9 PM @WASHINGTON PARK
For ADA info and or special requests, please dial (956) 546-HELP
2019 UPCOMING EVENTS
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CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD Brownsville Sports Park
100+ MILES Hiking & Biking Infrastructure
SWIMMING POOLS Antonio Gonzalez Park Dean Porter Park
BMX TRACK Monte Bella Park Brownsville Sports Park
SKATE PARK Joe & Tony Oliveira Park Brownsville Sports Park
GOLF CENTER Open 362 Days A Year
14TH STREET PLAZA (DOWNTOWN) ALICE WILSON HOPE PARK BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK BROWNSVILLE EVENT CENTER BROWNSVILLE GOLF CENTER CENTRAL AVENUE PARK CHARLES MARTIN CABLER SR. PARK I OLD CITY CEMETERY DEAN PORTER PARK EDELSTEIN PARK FM 511 KICKBALL FIELD PARK GARFIELD PARK I (ANTONIO) GONZALEZ PARK JOHN GLOOR PARK LA GALAXIA / LA LOMITA PARK LA POSADA LINCOLN PARK MCNAIR PARK MONTE BELLA PARK MORNINGSIDE PARK I N. BROWNSVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE JOE & TONY OLIVEIRA PARK CENTRAL PARKWAY PARK HERITAGE PARK HUDSON SOUTH HUDSON NORTH N. BROWNSVILLE PARK & TENNIS CENTER SEVILLE PARK | DUCK POND TRAIL OF TEXAS TREES PARK PORTWAY ACRES PARK PRAX ORIVE JR. (SUNRISE) PARK DOWNTOWN RECREATION CENTER RINGGOLD CIVIC PAVILION RIVERSIDE PARK I ROSA ALLALA PARK RUIZ PARK I STILLMAN DOG PARK TRES ANGELES VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK WASHINGTON PARK W. BROWNSVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE PARK WINDWOOD PARK BELDEN TRAIL PASEO TRAILS HISTORIC BATTLEFIED TRAIL MONTE BELLA TRAILS SOUTHMOST TRAIL BELDEN TRAIL COMMUNITY GARDEN ESPERANZA COMMUNITY GARDEN ROSEMARY COMMUNITY GARDEN PORTWAY ACRES COMMUNITY GARDEN TRES ANGELES COMMUNITY GARDEN LA MANCHA URBAN FARM LA POSADA URBAN FARM
Baseball / Softball Basketball Courts Benches Bike Racks BMX Track Concession Stand
CITY OF BROWNSVILLE PARKS & RECREATION
Disc Golf Drinking Fountains Fishing Pier Football Fields Grills Gymnasium Kickball Fields Leash Free Area Open Grassy Area Parking Lot Pavilion / Shade Picnic Tables Playground Rentals / Reservations Restrooms Sand Volleyball Courts Skate Park Soccer Fields Splash Pad Swimming Pool Tennis Special Event Venue Water Feature / Resaca Hiking Trails/ Path Fitness Courts Lending Libraries Kayaking
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TRAILS
URBAN FARM
14TH STREET PLAZA (DOWNTOWN) ALICE WILSON HOPE PARK BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK BROWNSVILLE EVENT CENTER BROWNSVILLE GOLF CENTER CENTRAL AVENUE PARK I CHARLES MARTIN CABLER SR. PARK OLD CITY CEMETERY DEAN PORTER PARK EDELSTEIN PARK FM 511 KICKBALL FIELD PARK I GARFIELD PARK (ANTONIO) GONZALEZ PARK JOHN GLOOR PARK LA GALAXIA / LA LOMITA PARK LA POSADA LINCOLN PARK MCNAIR PARK MONTE BELLA PARK I MORNINGSIDE PARK N. BROWNSVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE JOE & TONY OLIVEIRA PARK CENTRAL PARKWAY PARK HERITAGE PARK HUDSON SOUTH HUDSON NORTH N. BROWNSVILLE PARK & TENNIS CENTER SEVILLE PARK | DUCK POND TRAIL OF TEXAS TREES PARK PORTWAY ACRES PARK PRAX ORIVE JR. (SUNRISE) PARK DOWNTOWN RECREATION CENTER RINGGOLD CIVIC PAVILION I RIVERSIDE PARK ROSA ALLALA PARK I RUIZ PARK STILLMAN DOG PARK TRES ANGELES VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK WASHINGTON PARK W. BROWNSVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE PARK WINDWOOD PARK BELDEN TRAIL PASEO TRAILS HISTORIC BATTLEFIED TRAIL MONTE BELLA TRAILS SOUTHMOST TRAIL BELDEN TRAIL COMMUNITY GARDEN ESPERANZA COMMUNITY GARDEN ROSEMARY COMMUNITY GARDEN PORTWAY ACRES COMMUNITY GARDEN TRES ANGELES COMMUNITY GARDEN LA MANCHA URBAN FARM LA POSADA URBAN FARM Designates an Inclusive Park. All City of Brownsville Parks are ADA Accesible
KEEP BROWNSVILLE BEAUTIFUL
KEEP BROWNSVILLE
BEAUTIFUL BROWNSVILLE BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE At Keep Brownsville Beautiful, we want to ensure that community improvement and development is our lasting signature. As a leading local program, Keep Brownsville Beautiful inspires and educates the community to take action every day to improve and beautify their community and environment. We envision a city where every neighborhood is a clean, green, and is a beautiful place to live.
2018 BY THE NUMBERS 1,500
SQUARE FEET OF GARDENS
2,718
NUMBER OF VOLUNTEERS
176
MILES CLEANED
42,728
TOTAL VOLUNTEER HOURS
43,850 63,643
POUNDS O TRASH COLLECTED
MATERIALS RECYCLED
March, 2019--Keep Brownsville Beautiful was awarded first place in Category 10 (Population 180,001+) Landscape Award $310,000.
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KEEP BROWNSVILLE BEAUTIFUL
“Our generation has the ability and the responsibility to make our ever more connected world a more hopeful, stable and peaceful place.” The KBB Youth Advisory Board is a local framework for youth engagement, building on KBB’s model of local youth service. The Youth Advisory Board members provide an original point of view in assessing Keep Brownsville Beautiful programs, implement local service projects, and act as ambassadors and leaders for youth engagement and service in their respective school and throughout the community. Members will also pilot new programs and events. Do you have a unique skill or knowledge of a subject and are looking for a great way to give back to the community? Help share that knowledge by volunteering to present your life experiences, skills, and interests with your community. There are a number of ways your unique talents can be applied through volunteering with the City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department. Whether you’d like to work with kids or at events, lend your technology skills to aide seniors, or apply your attention to detail assisting with special projects, there’s something for everyone in our volunteer program! If you are interested in volunteering please dial (956) 275-1063. You may also inquire via email at parks@cob.us.
UPCOMING EVENTS April 13th Great American Clean Up May 11th Resaca Clean Up June 8th Graffiti Abatement July 13th Beach Clean Up August 31st Resaca Clean Up September 21st Beach Clean Up October 26th Haunted Trails November 16th Brownsville Recycles Day December 28th Christmas Tree Recycling Day
KEEP BROWNSVILLE BEAUTIFUL
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BROWNSVILLE GOLF CENTER
Open 362 Days A Year. Voted Best Value for Golf in the RGV
The Brownsville Golf Center is an 18 hole golf course. The original design had a total playing yardage of 6,144 yards. We have large manicured Bermuda greens with a favorable holding play-ability for your approach shots. Our fairways have a good amount of grass and we are not a hard-pan course. We have some elevated T-Boxes and moderately elevated greens, nothing too difficult, but no green is flat. The course Slope and Rating is 69.9/123 from the back tees 67.3/116 (middle) and woman’s tees 70.3/122. There are ponds and small lakes that come into play to some degree on 50% of the fairways. The course design will test your iron game and approach shots to the greens. There is an outdoor pavilion to enjoy, along with a practice putting green and a chipping green. The Brownsville Golf Center is the best value for golf anywhere in the Rio Grande Valley and is one of the best kept courses in the area. For questions, concerns, or advertising opportunities please contact the Brownsville Golf Center at 956-275-1120 or email parks@cob.us.
1800 W. San Marcelo BLVD, Brownsville, Texas 78256
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BROWNSVILLE GOLF CENTER
USER RATES & FEES September 1 - May 31
June 1 - August 31
$25 $18 $18 $13 $7 $12
$20 $15 $15 $10 $5 $10
Monthly Green Fees Monthly Junior Under 18 Monthly Under 60 Single Monthly Under 60 Couple Monthly 60 & Over Single Monthly 60 & Over couple
$25 $100 $142 $75 $115
$20 $69 $129 $49 $89
Annual Green Fees Annual Junior Under 18 Annual Under 60 Single Annual Under 60 Couple Annual 60 and Over Single Annual 60 and Over Couple Annual Family w/Children under 18
$219 $769 $1,495 $604 $1,099 $1,649
$219 $769 $1,495 $604 $1,099 $1,649
Cart Fees 18 Hole Cart Fee 9 Hole Cart Fee Non-player riding fee Pull Cart
$12 $10 $7 $3
$11 $9 $7 $3
Cart Storage Monthly Storage
$120
$115
Trail Fees Daily Trail Fee Monthly Trail Fee 3 Month Trail Fee 6 Month Trail Fee Annual Trail Fee
$7 $41 $115 $189 $260
$7 $39 $115 $189 $260
Cart Storage and Trail Fees 3 Month Storage & Trail 6 Month Storage & Trail Annual Storage & Trail
$252 $440 $700
$252 $440 $700
$1069 $1795 $904 $1,399
$1069 $1795 $904 $1,399
Service
Daily Green Fees 18 Hole Green Fee with 1/2 Cart 9 Hole Green Fee with 1/2 cart 18 Hole Walking 9 Hole Walking Junior Green Fee (under 18) Club Rental
Annual Green Fee & Cart Fee Annual Under 60 Single With Cart Annual Under 60 Couple With Cart (1) Annual 60 & Over Single With Cart
Annual 60 & Over Couple With Cart (1)
THANK YOU!
For Voting Us
2018
Favorite
Golf Course
Hole #13 2nd Place winner
Winter Texans’ TIMES 2019
Favorite
Golf Hole BROWNSVILLE GOLF CENTER
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BROWNSVILLE AQUATICS The City of Brownsville Parks & Recreation Department offers affordable aquatics programs and amenities to swimmers of all ages and abilities. Our aquatics facilities are open to the public during the summer months. Look forward to safe aquatic activities such as swim lessons, swim team (TAAF), lap swimming, and Aqua Aerobics. The City of Brownsville currently operates 2 public pools located at two separate parks in the city Sams Pool at Dean Porter Park and Gonzalez Pool at Gonzalez Park.
MAKE YOUR NEXT EVENT A SPLASH! RENT A POOL!
Contact (956) 275-1114
PUBLIC SWIMMING General (13+) $2 Child (12 & Under ) $1 Senior (55 +) $1
TONY GONZALEZ POOL
34 TONY GONZALEZ DR. | (956) 541-6202 June 1 - August 25 Monday - Friday • 12:00 - 4:45 PM Saturday & Sunday • 11:00 AM - 4:45 PM CLOSED: Tuesdays
SAMS POOL
501 E. RINGGOLD ST. | (956) 542-0949 May 25 - September 15 Monday - Friday • 12:00 - 4:45 PM Saturday & Sunday • 11:00 AM - 4:45 PM CLOSED: Wednesdays
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BROWNSVILLE AQUATICS
PARENT & CHILD Mornings 9:00 AM & 10:00 AM Evening 5:00 PM (Gonzalez Only) 6:00 PM & 7:00 PM
$
30
ADAPTIVE AQUATICS Mornings 8:00 AM (Sams Pool Only)
* per person
The Learn to Swim Program is taught at both Sams Pool and Gonzalez Pool. There are 5 sessions during the summer season. Dates for sessions at both locations are as follows: SESSION: 1 06/03/2019 - 06/13/2019
Evening 5:00 PM (Sams Pool Only) LEVEL 1 - AGES 4-9 ** BEGINNER Mornings 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Evening 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM LEVEL 2 - AGES 10-15 ** BEGINNER Mornings 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Evening 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM LEVEL 3 - AGES 4-9 ** INTERMEDIATE Mornings 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Evening 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
SESSION: 2 06/17/2019 - 06/27/2019 SESSION: 3 07/01/2019 - 07/11/2019
LEVEL 4 - AGES 10-15 ** INTERMEDIATE Mornings 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Evening 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
SESSION: 4 07/15/2019 - 06/25/2019 SESSION: 5 07/29/2019 - 08/08/2019
REGISTRATION
LEVEL 5 - AGES 4-15 ** ADVANCE Mornings 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Evening 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
In person registration will be available at Gonzalez Pool and Sams Pool during hours of operation.
ADULT BEGINNER Evening 5:00 PM 6:00 PM 7:00 PM ADULT ADVANCE Evening 7:00 PM
To register for a session, please go to: https://cob.recdesk.com
For more information, please contact Sigifredo Zavala at (956) 275-1114.
*PRICE INCLUDES TAAF MEMBERSHIP **APPROXIMATE AGE GROUPS
BROWNSVILLE AQUATICS
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BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK
Largest Sports Park in the Rio Grande Valley. The Brownsville Sports Park located at 1000 Sports Park BLVD, is a significant contributor to the quality of life in Brownsville and plays a large role in the area of social and economic impact for the community. Nowhere else in temperate Rio Grande Valley will you find a sports complex that can host multiday tournaments, entertainment fairs, local and international championships, regular leagues, tournaments, wrestling and musical concerts. The Sports Park also features room for upwards of 5000 guests for any event, convention, trade show, corporate retreats, company sports days and so much more.
With over 650,000 visitors, this new and innovative sports park is the largest of its kind in the Rio Grande Valley. Accommodations include practices, league play, camps, tournaments and large events with over 200,000 visitors. The Brownsville Sports Park will play host to the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Games of Texas Championship in 2022-23, and hosts leagues ranging from Pickle-ball, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Softball, and more.
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BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK
FIRST CLASS FAC I L I T I E S
COMMUNITY GYM
(EMERGENCY SAFE ROOM)
10 MULTI-SPORT FIELDS
CHAMPIONSHIP TURF Field
5 SOFTBALL BASEBALL FIELDS BMX BIKE TRACK
SKATE PARK CONCRETE BOWL (16,000 FEET)
THE BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK has worked with hundreds of sports teams, leagues, organizations, Universities, Colleges, governing bodies, corporations, media partners, retailers, and professional athletes.
WALKING & JOGGING ASPHALT TRAIL 3 OUTDOOR BASKETBALL COURTS 2 LAKES & 2 PARTY PAVILIONS PLAYGROUND
8 SAND VOLLEYBALL COURTS
BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK
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BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK
SPRING: JAN. 14 - FEB. 8
SUMMER: MAY 20 - JUN. 14 FALL: AUG. 12 - SEPT. 6
SPRING: APRIL 8 - MAY 10
SUMMER: JULY 22 - AUG. 16
SPORTS LEAGUES
FALL: SEPT. 23 - OCT. 11
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SUMMER: APR. 22 - MAY 17
SPRING: MAY 6 - JUNE 7
SPRING: JAN. 7 - FEB. 8
SUMMER: MAY 27 - JUNE 21 FALL: OCT. 7 - NOV. 1
SPRING: APRIL 8 - MAY 10 SUMMER: JUNE 3 - 21
SPRING: MAY 6 - JUNE 7 SUMMER: SEPTEMBER 2 - 20
MEN’S/COED SOFTBALL
All teams will have 10 regular season games. Rules of play governed by the US Specialty Sports Association, excluding bat limitations.
MEN’S FLAG FOOTBALL
Games weekly: Tuesdays & Thursdays. The first eight teams pad in full will be included in the league. 8 game regular season schedule followed by Championship Tournament.
MIDDLE SCHOOL FLAG FB
Games weekly: Tuesdays & Thursdays. The first eight teams pad in full will be included in the league. 7th & 8th grade division.
MEN’S BASKETBALL
Leagues are full court and provide 3 referees and scorekeeper per game. Games played on Monday & Wednesday.
MEN’S 35+ BASKETBALL
Leagues are 5 v 5 full court and provide 3 referees and scorekeeper per game. The season includes 9 regular games with everyone making a single elimination.
A DULT COED VOLLEYBALL
Fees include minimum 8 games and single elimination end of season tournament. Offers participants the ability to play in tournament at end of the season.
3 V 3 SOCCER (5 PLAYERS)
This style of soccer is more commonly referred to as a “small-sided” game, as compared to a full-sided game with larger teams.
$325 TEAM FEE:
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BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK LEAGUES
ADVERTISE WITH US BECOME RECOGNIZED
Become recognized as a company that invests in their community. Expand your network and be associated with your city Sports Park on a local, state, and international level.
build good will
Evoke a community wide feeling that your company cares. This will instill loyalty among both current and future patrons of your business.
COMMUNITY GIVING
Support from sponsorships like yours allow us to provide additional resources as well as low participation fees. By investing with us, you’ll be passing on the savings and winnings to the community at large.
GET FOUND & CREATE VALUE
The BSP provides a high return on investment aside from the value it already brings to the city and our community. Marketing in other outlets is very expensive, your money goes further with us.
RETURN ON INVESTMENT
With over a million visitors per year, we can provide the tools and exposure to ensure your brand will be in the front of the audience you want it to reach.
analytics & consumer data
Get detailed audience feedback on community interactions from our events, digital campaigns, and website data using various tracking tools and software.
CALL US AT 956-574-6650
SPORTS PARK MAP
Over 650,000 visitors every year. BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK MAP
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BROWNSVILLE YOUTH SPORTS
Brownsville Youth Athletics The Parks and Recreation Department Youth Sports Programs offers flag football leagues, basketball programs, and volleyball leagues. In addition to leagues, a variety of youth sports clinics/camps are offered throughout the year, especially during the summer months, and provide positive and healthy experiences for area youth. Youth Sports Organizations within the City of Brownsville operate youth sports leagues at various Parks and Recreation facilities. These leagues are operated by volunteers and work separately from the Parks and Recreation Department Youth Sports Program. If your child is not on a team please contact the office so that your child may be added to the Free Agent List. If you are registering a team you must contact the office via phone or email to gather the team registration forms. If a child is on a team and the team is registered for the season, payments will be accepted by online via RecDesk. Please call our offices at (956) 275-1324 for assistance.
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BROWNSVILLE YOUTH ATHLETICS
INDEPENDENT LEAGUES LEAGUE
CONTACT
West Brownsville Baseball Little League (Cottonwood)
PHONE
Jose Salazar
956-561-8058
Raul Martinez
956-459-6178
Tony Rivera
956-266-2498
Pony League Baseball
Minerva Pena
956-345-5564
AABC Baseball
John Martinez
956-832-9063
Brownsville Sports Park Little League East Brownsville Baseball Little League
Wild Pitch Baseball
Juan Carlos Alvarado
956-321-1459
East Little Miss Kickball
Nora Hinojosa
956-466-8705
Tip-O-Tex Little Miss Kickball
Janie Shears
956-371-0379
South Kickball
Epitacio Lopez
956-266-1908
Brownsville North Little Miss Kickball
Tony Rodriguez
956-529-3961
BOYSA (Soccer)
Letty Capristan
956-466-0524
BRASA (Soccer)
Sergio Lozano
956-517-5890
For more information about our leagues and sports related programs, please contact Raul Maraboto at (956) 275-1324 or visit athletics office located at Oliveira Park 104 El Paso Road Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5:00 PM.
REGISTRATION DATES YOUTH SUMMER BASKETBALL
YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL AUG 12–SEPT 13
ADULT SUMMER BASKETBALL
YOUTH VOLLEYBALL AUG 12–SEPT 13
YOUTH SUMMER VOLLEYBALL
ADULT WINTER BASKETBALL SEPT 23–OCT 25
ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL
YOUTH WINTER/SPRING BASKETBALL OCT 21–DEC 6
MAR 11–APR 12
APR 29–MAY 31
MAY 13–JUNE 14 MAY 13–JUNE 14
BROWNSVILLE YOUTH ATHLETICS
WOULD YOU LIKE TO RENT A FIELD? WOULD YOU LIKE TO COACH A TEAM?
PLEASE CALL:
(956) 275-1324
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RINGGOLD CIVIC PAVILION
501 E. Ringgold Street, Brownsville, Texas 78520
Undoubtedly Unique
From weddings and quinceañeras, to conferences and meetings, the Ringgold Civic Pavilion offers you both an enjoyable yet calming atmosphere that caters to any event needs. From the architectural design to its tranquil view of the Resaca, the Ringgold Civic Pavilion is one civic facility that is undoubtedly unique. The Sabal Palm Ballroom can be used in its entirety, or separated into three meeting areas that can accommodate groups from 20 - 350 people. The space can accommodate any distinct décor and color schemes for your perfect celebration. You and your guests will have unforgettable fun eating, drinking, and dancing the night away.
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R I N G G O L D C I V I C PAV I L I O N
S E H A B L A E S PA Ñ O L.
Endless Opportunities. One Park.
Dean Porter Park Located inside the Mitte Cultural District, Dean Porter Park is a place where you can stroll, kayak, bike, run, swim, dance, play, celebrate, and so much more! From annual festivals such as Rock the Park and Brownsville Beer Fest, to holiday favorites such as the Pumpkin Patch, Scarecrow Trail and Texas’ famous Holiday Village, there’s something for everyone - every month!
Amazing Events!
ALL INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUNDS COMMUNITY THEATER OUTDOOR RENTAL PAVILIONS WALKING TRAILS WATER BOARD WALK SWIMMING POOL & SPRAY PARK CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
ROCK THE PARK 2018 AT DEAN PORTER PARK
COSTUMES OF THE AMERICAS MUSEUM
From family events to weekend music festivals, you can rent historic Dean Porter Park for any occasion. To schedule a tour, or make a reservation please dial (956) 275-1387.
LOCATED IN DEAN PORTER PARK
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BROWNSVILLE EVENTS CENTER
1 Events Center BLVD | Brownsville, Texas 78526
First Class Facility
The Brownsville Events Center is the first class facility for events and trade shows. Benefits include a beautiful semitropical green scenery to give you the Texas tropics feel with all the historical attractions and city amenities and the nearby flavor of Mexico just minutes away. The main ballroom has capacity to accommodate up to 1,200 people theater style and has dividable function space with flexibility to accommodate the needs of various sized groups. The ballroom splits into five smaller rooms to accommodate from 125 people “classroom style” or 200 “theater” in each room. Outdoor landscape waterfront grounds for different type of funtions are also available. To schedule a tour, or make a reservation please dial (956) 275-1108
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BROWNSVILLE EVENTS CENTER
MEETING ROOMS
CORPORATE
SOCIAL
NON-PROFIT
PALO ALTO GRAND BALLROOM
$3,044
$2,852
$1,522
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PALO ALTO “E”
$1,015
$951
$507
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RESACA DE LA PALMA “A”
$508
$476
$254
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MAJOR JACOB BROWN “B”
$508
$476
$254
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PALMITO HILL “C”
$508
$476
$254
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CHARLES STILLMAN “D”
$508
$476
$254
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CONFERENCE ROOMS SGT. JOSE M. LOPEZ ROOM “A”
$250
$234
$187
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FORREST REED ROOM “B”
$125
$117
$94
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BROWNSVILLE ROOM “C”
$125
$125
$94
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ROOMS COMBINED AND OTHER AREAS ROOMS “AB”/CD
$1,015
$951
$507
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ROOMS “ABE”/CDE”
$2,030
$1,902
$1,015
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CONF. ROOMS “BC”
$250
$234
$187
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COVERED WALKWAY “A”
$250
$234
$187
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COVERED WALKWAY “B”
$250
$234
$187
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FOYER
$200
$187
$150
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FULL COMPLEX
$4,375
$4,099
$2,187
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PIÑATA POLE
$50
$50
$50
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BROWNSVILLE EVENTS CENTER
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OPEN TO THE P UBLIC!
SUMMER TOUR 2019
CALLING ALL KIDS, COME OUT AND PLAY!
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CENTRAL AVE PARK 25 N. CENTRAL AVE
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WINDWOOD PARK
420 TRAILWIND WAY
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CHARLES MCNAIR PARK 350 E. SAINT CHARLES ST
JULY 12TH
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MORNINGSIDE PARK 1207 S. CENTRAL AVE.
CUNNINGHAM MANOR 2835 ROCKWELL DR.
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LA GALAXIA/LOMITA 1501 CALLE ESPACIO
AUGUST AUGUST 2ND
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EDELSTEIN PARK
1155 E. POLK STREET
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ROCKWELL APTS
2735 ROCKWELL DR.
MOBILE RECREATION UNIT (MRU)
BRINGING RECREATION TO YOU SINCE 2001
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT GLORIA GONZALEZ (956) 547-6857 OR DIAL 546-HELP.
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MOBILE RECREATION UNIT
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1338 E. 8TH STREET
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INDOOR & OUTDOOR SPORTS. RECREATIONAL GAMES, ARTS & CRAFTS
PROGRAM SESSIONS/THEME JUNE 3 - 7 JUNE 10 -14 JUNE 17 - 21 JUNE 24 -28 JULY 1 - 3 (CLOSED 4+5) JULY 8 -12 JULY 15 -19 JULY 22-26 JULY 29 -AUG. 2 AUG. 5 -9
HAWAIIAN LUA RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE GALAXY WARS ART AMORE CELEBRATION STATIONS SUPER HERO WEEK ACTIONLAND TECH TOWN SPORTS ADVENTURES UNDER THE SEA
WEEKLY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE! PROGRAM WILL RUN:
JUNE 3RD - AUGUST 9TH
MONDAY - FRIDAY / 8AM - 4PM
*EXTENDED PROGRAM: MONDAY - FRIDAY / 4PM - 6PM
$
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PER CHILD/SESSION
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REGISTER AND PAY ONLINE
CHILDREN MUST BE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 6 - 17 TO REGISTER.
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Breakfast/Lunch provided by BISD
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SPACE IS LIMITED
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY.
COB.RECDESK.COM Over 1200 children have been a part of the Summer Rec Program in the last 5 summers.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT GLORIA GONZALEZ (956) 547-6857 OR DIAL 546-HELP.
SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM
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Want to be a vendor? Contact Michelle Otero at (956) 275-2624
Join us on Thursday, July 4th, 2019 at the Brownsville Sports Park as we celebrate our Nation’s Independance. There will be food, games, family fun, and a spectacular fireworks show to mark the occasion. Vendors please contact Jeannette Garcia at 956-275-1288
ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE • 956-574-6650 JULY4THBROWNSVILLE.COM
• JOB TRAINING • FIELD TRIPS • BREAKFAST & LUNCH •TEAM BUILDING SKILLS • FUN & RECREATION
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LIT & LIIT
JUNE 3 - AUGUST 9
MONDAY-FRIDAY 8 AM TO 4 PM 2 LOCATIONS TO CHOOSE FROM:
DOWNTOWN REC CENTER 1338 E. 8TH ST GONZALEZ PARK 34 TONY GONZALEZ DR
OF MS ARE BEING OFFERED BY CITY LIT AND LIIT SUMMER PROGRA REATION DEPARTMENT. BROWNSVILLE PARKS &AND REC ). BOTH TEENAGERS (14-17 YEARS OF AGE BOTH PROGRAMS ARE OPEN TO LD THEIR OPPORTUNITY FOR TEENS TO BUI PROGRAMS ARE AN EXELLENT PARKS & D SKILLS, AND ENJOY A SUMMER RESUMES, LEARN WORK RELATE T GLORIA E INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTAC RECREATION SETTING. FOR MOR -HELP. ADA INFO & REQUESTS: (956) 546 GONZALEZ AT (956) 547-6857. FOR
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LIFEGUARD + INSTRUCTOR IN TRAINING $ * 70 PROGRAM LIIT PROGRAM IS FOR TEENS (AGES 14-17) WHO ARE INTERESTED IN JOB TRAINING IN FIELD OF AQUATICS.
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*FIRST AID/CPR/AED CERTIFICATION IS INCLUDED WITH COST OF PROGRAM. **LIFEGUARD CERTFICATION REQUIRES AN ADDITIONAL (OPTIONAL) FEE OF $50.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT SIGIFREDO ZAVALA AT (956) 275-1114 OR (956) 546-HELP.
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cmofbrownsville.org
956-548-9300
500 E. Ringgold St. Brownsville, TX
(956) 546-7187 | GPZ.ORG
Animal Play Days May 12 & September 1, 2019
Come and watch as zookeepers give our animals “play” items. Animal enrichment provides novel food and play items to stimulate and entertain Zoo inhabitants.
World Giraffe Day
Summer Safari June-August, 2019
June 21, 2019
World Giraffe Day is a world-wide day of recognition for the longest necked animal on the planet.
What is your child doing this summer? Why not spend the summer learning at the Zoo? Each day Ridley Rush & includes fun-filled activities for kids starting at World Oceans Day age 4. This exciting summer program offers June 8, 2019 sessions full of games, stories, Zoo tours, and The Ridley Rush is 1-Mile Run/Walk through the Zoo. It kicks off World up-close encounters with animals. Oceans Day which is a family oriented festival with activities and Space is limited. Pre-register today. Fee for two education stations about our incredible ocean life. Registration for Ridley Rush opens in April 6, 2019 at www.2runcrew.org. classes is $40 for Zoo members and $50 for non-members. Week-long camps are $150 for Kids Appreciation Day members and $175 for non-members. Rhino Hornbill
Download the schedule online, e-mail educ@gpz.org or call (956) 548-WILD (9453) to register or for more information.
August 3, 2019 | Noon - 4 p.m.
Celebrate your child on National Kids Day with a trip to the Zoo. Fun activities for kids and lots of extras like passports, goodie bags and prizes.
DOWNTOWN RECREATION CENTER
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DOWNTOWN RECREATION CENTER
Located inside the Mitte Cultural District and steps from local attractions such as the Gladys Porter Zoo, Brownsville Historic Museum, Linear Park, the Historic Battlefield Trail. The Downtown Rec Center is more than a gym, it’s a hub for programs, education, and fun!
Community Hub & More. From Summer Recreation offerings to our brand new Computer Lab and Dance Instruction Area, the Downtown Recreation Center is a community hub for everyone to enjoy. Across from the DRC is the ‘Tres Angeles’ Community Garden, a community where neighbors can grow their own fresh fruits and vegetables in a shared space - a key to improving health and access to healthy food.
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DOWNTOWN RECREATION CENTER
Boxing Program MONDAY - FRIDAY • 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
The Amateur and Professional Boxing Program at The Rec is open to all. USA Boxing Registration is required to participate in competitions. Fee is $65 a year. To inquire or register for the program you may dial (956) 547-6857. Walkins at The Rec Center are also welcome. Drop by and speak with Certified Trainer Robert Campos at the gym after 5:30 PM.
Zumba & Toning MONDAY - FRIDAY • 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Bored with the treadmill? Those who enjoy a group workout atmosphere should check out our free Zumba and toning class! The program runs all year round except for Holidays. To inquire or register for the program, contact Gloria Gonzalez at (956) 547-6857or you can contact the Zumba Instructor, Mayra Arellano at 956-459-7942.
Retired...Now What?! PLEASE CALL US FOR UPCOMING EVENTS Designed to meet the needs of today’s active 50+ community, participants of ‘Retired...Now What?’ can enjoy arts and crafts, games, special events, and more. The cost to register and participate is FREE and you decide on whcih events you want to participate in. The program meets at the Downtown Recreation Center. You can contact them at 956-547-6857 for more information.
Open Gym Availability GONZALEZ PARK • MONDAY - FRIDAY • 6:00 - 9:00 PM OLIVEIRA PARK • MONDAY - FRIDAY • 6:00 - 9:00 PM Dates and times are subject to change according to programs, leagues, or special events. Open Gym at The Rec allows space and equipment on a first come, first serve basis. Participants must sign-in in order to participate. Children will not be admitted inside unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
PARKS & RECREATION ACTIVIITES
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HIKING & BIKING TRAILS
100+
MILES OF HIKING & BIKING With over 100 miles of hiking and biking infastructure, Brownsville is a green and vibrant community for everyone to enjoy. The City was recognized by the Texas Legislature as the Bicycling Capital of the Rio Grande Valley. Brownsville’s adoption of the Active Plan a bicycle and trail master plan connects routes within the city and out, to and through our nearby state parks and wildlife refuges.
H I S TO R I C B AT T L E F I E L D T R A I L | 8 . 5 M I L E S
This unique rail trail runs from the heart of Brownsville in Linear Park to the Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park at the northern trailhead.
PA S E O D E L A R E S A C A C O M M U N I T Y T R A I L | 7 M I L E S Meandering multiuse path surrounded by residential neighborhoods, the scenic concrete trail runs along a network of tranquil waterways.
BELDEN TRAIL | 1 MILE
Short neighborhood path in west Brownsville, which opened on an abandoned Union Pacific Railroad (formerly St. Louis, Brownsville & Mexico Railway) corridor.
S O U T H M O S T N AT U R E T R A I L | 1 . 7 M I L E S
Trail amenities including a bike repair station, bike racks, pergolas, benches, picnic tables and wayfinding are available.
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HIKING & BIKING TRAILS
LOWER RIO GRANDE VALLEY ACTIVE PLAN Sponsored by The Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation and the University of Texas School of Public Health—as well as the cities of Brownsville, Harlingen, Combes, Los Fresnos, Los Indios, Port Isabel, San Benito, South Padre Island, and the towns of Laguna Vista and Rancho Viejo—the Active Plan comprises 428 miles of trails—including 230 miles of multiuse trails, 120 miles of U.S. Bicycle Routes and 78 miles of paddling trails that will showcase the vast, expansive beauty of the region’s beaches, wildlife preserves, waterways, cultural sites and geographic landmarks. At its core, the Active Plan leverages the community’s commitment to local economic development in a county with one of the highest poverty rates in the country—and is designed to tap into the rapidly expanding market for “active tourism” to support job creation and small business activity and encourage tourist spending that injects money into local economies.
M O N T E B E L L A M O U N TA N B I K E T R A I L | 6 . 3 M I L E S
Loop trail viewed by many as a fast course with some easy, technical sections; a great trail to ride day or night, with lots of scenery.
B R O W N S V I L L E S P O R T S PA R K H I K E & B I K E T R A I L | 2 . 2 M I L E S Meandering multiuse trail located along a scenic route along the property of the Brownsville Sports Park. A BMX course is also on site.
R E S A C A D E L A PA L M A T E X A S S TAT E PA R K T R A I L S | 8 M I L E S
Over 8 miles of trails curve through 1,200 acres of Tamaulipan thorn scrub, native trees and grasslands. Home to the largest tract of native habitats for birds in the region.
L AG U N A ATA S C O S A N AT I O N A L W I L D L I F E R E F U G E | 6 0 M I L E S
There are over 60 miles of walking and biking trails at Laguna Atascosa that everyone can enjoy. Whether walking or biking, it is a unique way to experience South Texas plants and animals.
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Did you know that many local parks have been funded by your participation in the Census? Four parks within the last 2 years! For more information or to sign up to work the upcoming 2020 Census please call (956) 546-HELP or email parks@cob.us. Each and every Brownsville Resident matters, and participation in the 2020 Census will prove it.
The Mission of the Brownsville Parks & Recreation Department is to directly contribute to the City’s quality of life by providingexceptional programs, facilities, parks, & trails while celebrating & preserving the community’s natural & cultural heritage.
parks.cob.us