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With more than 170 parks, every day is a great day to discover something new at BREC! BREC’s mission is enriching lives through parks, recreation and nature.

The Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge was created in 1946 as a political subdivision of the state of Louisiana to serve the citizens of East Baton Rouge Parish. BREC - a representative name of who we serve and what we do - has developed, maintained, and operated public park and recreational facilities for over 70 years. BREC was among the first park agencies to earn national accreditation and recently earned reaccreditation for an unprecedented fifth time, meeting all 144 standards. BREC is a three-time National Gold Medal Award winner and 17-time national finalist.

10/22/2026

Moms, are you looking for a break? 🖼️✨
Join us for Arts + Krafts, a creative escape where you can craft, unwind, and connect! Create crafts like pony bead jewelry, painted w**e glasses, and more. Need childcare? We got you!

🗓️ Fridays (Nov. 6-Dec. 4) | 🕐 6:30 - 8 p.m.
🎟️ $30 per session / $45 per session with childcare (ages 5+)

Sign up now: brec.org/calendar/detail/arts-krafts.

10/22/2026

Last chance to catch Boo at the Zoo! 🎃✨
Your little ones can meet costumed characters, enjoy festive photo ops, and even interact with animals.

📍BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo
🗓️ Oct. 24 + 25 | 🕐 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Got Boo at the Zoo photos to share? Tag us!

Learn more: brzoo.org.

10/21/2026

Winter hoops are back! 🏀✨
Starting next week, register your child for the Youth Basketball of Baton Rouge League! With recreational divisions from Pre-K through 9th grade, there’s a place for hoopers of all experience levels.

No long-distance travel needed. League play is at locations throughout the parish!

📝 Registration begins Nov. 1
⛹ Play begins Jan. 9
🎟️ $325 per team

Get your team together and secure your spot!

🔗 brec.org/basketball.

10/21/2026

Which stars are seen first? Are Mercury and Venus out? 🔭✨
Find out at Edge of Night at Highland Road Park Observatory! Gaze at the evening sky with us to capture the twilight.

🗓️ Nov. 6 | 🕐4:45 - 6:45 p.m.

Share your stargazing photos with us! ⬇️

Learn more: brec.org/calendar/detail/the-edge-of-night.

10/21/2026

🌳 It’s time for another round of NAME THAT PARK!

Look through these 4 photos and see if you can guess which BREC facility we’re featuring this week! ➡️

🔎 Hints:
• This destination is in Zachary, Louisiana.
• It features an 18-hole course for golfers of all skill levels.
• You can practice your swing here.

Think you know it? Tell us your guess in the comments!

We’ll reveal the answer tomorrow! ⛳

10/21/2026

Beware the eerie side of science! 👻🧬
The Spooky Spectrum is BACK at Highland Road Park Observatory! Get downright spooky with astronomy, physics, and aeronautics. Think you can handle it?

🗓️ Oct. 24 | 6-10 p.m.

We want to know! What’s your favorite spooky science fact? Tell us below! 🎃⬇️

Learn more: brec.org/calendar/detail/the-spooky-spectrum.

10/20/2026

Employee Spotlight: Alan! 🌟
Meet Alan, one of our District Manager of Park Operations! His favorite park is Blackwater Conservation Area where one of the trails leads to the scenic Comite River.

Why does he love it? The peaceful trails and river views make it the perfect place to unwind! 🤩💚

Have you visited Blackwater yet? Share your photos with us! ⬇️

10/20/2026

Get ready for a spooktacular time! 👻✨
Join us for Full Moon Fete this weekend! A family-friendly extravaganza filled with trick-or-treating, live entertainment, and delicious treats! Meet princesses, witches, superheroes and more as we celebrate the season together.

Dress in your favorite costume and join the fun!

📍Independence Community Park
🗓️ Oct. 24 | 🕐 12 - 3 p.m.

Who are you most excited to see? Comment below!

🔗 Get all the event info: brec.org/fullmoon.

10/19/2026

From fire to table, explore early Louisiana foodways! 🍳🔥
Join us at Magnolia Mound for First Free Sundays. This month, you’ll discover how Indigenous, African, French, Spanish, and Carribean cultures shaped our local cuisine.

🗓️ Nov. 1 | 🕐1-4 p.m.

What’s your favorite traditional Louisiana dish? Share below!

Learn more: brec.org/calendar/detail/first-free-sundays.

10/16/2026

Trail Spotlight: Frenchtown! 🌿✨
Frenchtown Conservation Area is one of our largest parks, spanning 495 acres of diverse habitats from hardwood forests to exotic bamboo!

From Nature Pioneers to Art Adventures, there’s always something exciting happening at Frenchtown.

🗓️ Upcoming programs:
🔎 Nature Pioneers (Oct. 23 + Nov. 13 + Dec. 11)
🖼️ Art Adventures (Oct. 24)
🐦 Going Birdy (Nov. 5, 19 + Dec. 3, 17)
🌳 First Saturdays (Dec. 5)

Who’s ready to explore? Tag your friends below! ⬇️✨

Plan your visit today: brec.org/park/FrenchtownRoadConservationArea.

Address

6201 Florida Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA
70806

Telephone

(225)2729200

Website

http://www.brec.org/, https://linktr.ee/brec_parks

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