BREC

09/18/2026

Did you know Live Oaks can outlive generations? 🌳✨
Janell, our Forestry Manager, shares the magic of Live Oak trees. Some can live for hundreds of years! You can even find some of the most historic trees in our parks.

Got a picture with one of our park trees? Share it with us in the comments! We’d love to see you with our favorite green giants.

Find a park near you: brec.org.

09/18/2026

Find your perfect pumpkin at Magnolia Mound Pumpkin Patch! 🎃✨
Join us and pick your favorite pumpkin straight from the patch with fun activities along the way.

🗓️ Oct. 4 | 🕐 1-4 p.m.

What will you do with your pumpkin? Share your plans in the comments!

Learn more: brec.org/calendar/detail/magnolia-mound-pumpkin-patch.

09/18/2026

The zoo gets WILD this weekend! 🐯🐻✨
Sip, savour, and enjoy live entertainment at the Wild Pour! Don't want to miss out on the fun? Tickets are still available! Grab yours and come party with us at thewildpourbr.org.

🚨 REMINDER 🚨 The Zoo is CLOSED this Sunday for The Wild Pour! 🍻🦏
Don't want to miss out on the fun? VIP + GA tickets are still available! Grab yours at thewildpourbr.org and come party with us!
Sunday | VIP 1:30 PM | GA 2:30 PM

09/17/2026

Ready to make a difference? 🤝
At BREC, we’re commited to providing park and recreational opportunities for all East Baton Rouge Parish residents and we need YOUR help! Whether you’re passionate about nature, events, or community building, there’s a volunteer role for you. 💚🌳

What motivates you to give back? Share below! ⬇️

Learn more and sign-up: brec.org/volunteer.

09/17/2026

📢 The City-Brooks Park + Lakes Community Meeting is TODAY!

Can’t make it in person? You can still be part of the conversation. Join us via livestream and follow along from wherever you are.

📅 Today, Sept. 17 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 BREC Headquarters

🔗 Watch the livestream: video.ibm.com/channel/XcAXxQbCb4J

You can also review the final recommended governance plan and meeting presentation at brec.org/lakesvision.

09/16/2026

Can you handle the spooky? 👻✨
Swamp Haunted Hikes at Bluebonnet Swamp is BACK! Discover creepy critters, track down costume characters, and explore a haunted maze!

🗓️Oct. 16 + 23 + 30 | 🕐 6-9 p.m.

🎃 Costumes welcome! No scare tactics, just fun. Will you and your family take on the challenge? Comment below!

Want to volunteer? Sign-up here ➡️ givepulse.com/group/events/1272095.

Learn more: brec.org/calendar/detail/swamp-haunted-hikes.

09/16/2026

📢 City-Brooks Park Final Recommendations Are Now Live!

Review the recommended governance plan, meeting presentation and more before tomorrow’s public meeting.

📅 Thursday, Sept. 17 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 BREC Headquarters | 6201 Florida Blvd.

🔗 Review the documents and learn more about the meeting at brec.org/lakesvision.

09/15/2026

Pilates or yoga? Which one do you prefer? 🧘💆‍♀️
Discover the power of Mindful Movement Yoga and Pilates! These classes combine gentle movement, breathwork, and strength exercises to help you reconnect with your body, reduce stress and build endurance.

🧘Mindful Movement Yoga
📍Jackson Community Park (Tuesdays at 6 p.m.)
📍Forest Community Park (Fridays at 2 p.m.)

💪Pilates
📍Jackson Community Park (Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.)

💰Only $24/month!

🔗 Mindful Movement Yoga: brec.org/search?q=mindful+movement+yoga.

🔗 Pilates: brec.org/calendar/detail/pilates.

Join us and start your wellness journey today!

09/15/2026

📢 Help Shape the Future of City-Brooks Park!

The final public meeting for the City-Brooks Community Park Master Plan is this Thursday, Sept. 17, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the BREC Headquarters.

Planning firm Sasaki will share its final recommendations, followed by an opportunity for residents to provide feedback directly to the project team. You may speak for up to two minutes or submit a comment card on-site.

📍 BREC Headquarters | 6201 Florida Blvd.
📅 Thursday, Sept. 17 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Learn more about the meeting, the recommended governance plan and the City-Brooks Community Park Master Plan at brec.org/lakesvision.

09/15/2026

The Forest Community Park splash pad is closed this morning due to power failure. We appreciate your patience and understanding at this time.