Envisioning Missoula's Future: Share Your Priorities for Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails

Parks and Recreation is teaming up with residents, community partners, and user groups to craft a brand-new Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Comprehensive Master Plan (PROST) to guide parks and recreation services for the next 10 to 15 years. We want to know what matters most to you, from diverse recreation programs to playgrounds, sports fields, trails, and open spaces. Join us in envisioning an active, healthy future by sharing your ideas and priorities for Missoula's indoor and outdoor play spaces and recreation programs.

PROST Community Open House - Tuesday, March 5, 5:30-7:30 pm

Join us for an evening filled with fun and engaging activities, where you'll have the opportunity to explore the new master parks plan and share your valuable ideas for the future. With something for everyone, including exciting kids' activities and light refreshments, this is one event you won't want to miss.

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the 4th-floor Cooper Room at the Missoula Public Library. Free parking is available in the library lots and on-street after 5 pm. We can't wait to hear your thoughts, so don't miss out on this exciting chance to make a difference in your community! Learn more at www.missoulaparks.org/prost. 

PROST Community Survey

Stop by www.missoulaparks.org/prost after March 5 to take a brief survey and share your thoughts about the future of parks and recreation services and facilities. Don't forget to enter the drawing to win one of four $50 Missoula Downtown Association gift cards!

Act III Workshop for Adults 55+ - March 14

This engaging theater workshop, led by Leah Joki, acclaimed writer, actor, and director, allows participants to envision their own "Third Act" while sharing insights and aspirations for our parks, recreation programs, trails, and open spaces. Meets Thursday, March 14, from 3 - 5 pm. RSVP online or call 406-721-PARK (7275) to secure your spot. Meets at Missoula Public Library, 4th floor, Cooper Rm B.

Paint Your Parks LGBTQIA+ Workshops - March 29, March 30, or April 12

Diverse perspectives are invaluable as we work together to design Missoula’s future. Join us for our inclusive Paint Your Parks workshops and express your vision for Missoula's parks, recreation, open space and trails. Workshops are designed to welcome the LGBTQIA+ community and allies but are open to all. Your input will help ensure that Missoula's parks and recreation services are not only enjoyable but also safe and inclusive for everyone in our community. 

We'll provide the materials for these fun step-by-step painting classes; please wear "painting clothes." Youth under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Hosted by Arts Missoula, UM's Co-Lab for Civic Imagination and the Missoula Art Museum. Classes meet at the Art Museum's community classroom, 335 N. Pattee. Space is limited; RSVP online or call 406-721-PARK (7275) to secure your spot. Classes meet March 29, 3:30 – 5 pm, March 30, 11 am - 12:30 pm, or April 12, 3:30–5 pm.

Missoula Parks and Recreation
600 Cregg Ln., Missoula, MT 59801
406-721-(PARK) 7275 
parksrec@ci.missoula.mt.us