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February 2012
This newsletter is 100% electronic. Please feel free to forward or print copies. Printable Version
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STAR Passes available now!
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 The STAR Pass is the most economical way to enjoy all that STAR Center has to offer. Get yours today and we'll waive the initiation fee. Set to open this... |
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Plan provides guidelines designed to sustain trees along Ruston Way
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 Metro Parks in partnership with the City of Tacoma, hosted a series of public forums and an online survey to gather community input for the...
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Learn about the exciting activities underway at Point Defiance Park!
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 For years, our community has held to a vision to create a continuous promenade connecting Ruston Way with Point Defiance Park. Learn how that vision - to create the...
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Consideration for surplus of Manitou Center
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The second reading for the Park Board's consideration regarding surplus of Manitou Community Center will be heard during the next regularly scheduled Board meeting on February 13.
Background Information about...
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Strategic Plan to receive its first major facelift - Green Vision 2030!
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 In 2006, Metro Parks adopted the Strategic Parks & Program Services Plan, as the guide for the organization's long range vision.
Adoption of this 20 year plan not only....
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Imagine a new aquarium on the water in Point Defiance Park
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 Come tell us what you think at one of two public meetings.
Imagine watching polar bears and sea lions swimming side-by-side or standing inside a wave as it... |
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Northwest Trek suffers severe storm damage, closes for several weeks for cleanup
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Park officials hope to reopen the wildlife park Feb. 17 in time for Presidents' Day weekend
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park experienced severe damage from last week's storm and will close for several weeks for extensive clean up and repairs. Officials hope to reopen the park in time for Presidents' Day weekend.
Heavy snowfall, ice and high winds caused thousands of large branches to crash down on exhibits, viewing pavilions, fencing and pathways. The wolf, cat, raptor and bear exhibits were...
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Second consecutive year of record-breaking attendance at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
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 Zoolights attracted record-breaking attendance with 135,0000 visitors this year. Deputy Director John Houck praised the staff and introduced the board to a number of key team members as he shared that attendance one evening exceeded more than 11,000 guests. The success of the annual holiday celebration contributed to record-breaking attendance for the second... read more >
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Get outdoors this winter with Metro Parks Outdoor Adventures
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Looking for an adventure but don't have equipment, experience or a buddy to go with?
From snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to family snow play, Metro Parks offers adventures all ability and experience levels.
Transportation is provided for all trips. Equipment is provided for all except Family Snow Days. For trip details and registration visit MetroParksTacoma.org/Outdoor.
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Adult slowpitch leagues now accepting team registrations
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 There's no need to wait! Even though the calendar says it's winter, slowpitch teams can beat the rush, sign up now and get geared up for spring! Adult Slowpitch registration begins February 1. Games begin April 22 at South End Recreation Area (SERA) fields and run through June. Are you looking for a team to play on? Add your name to the "players looking for a team" list on our website or come to "draft night" on March 8. Learn more at MetroParksTacoma.org/adultsports or call 253-305-1015.
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Play ball! Youth baseball, t-ball and fastpitch registration starts Feb. 6
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 Registration for all youth baseball divisions including incrediball, baseball, fastpitch, t-ball and coach pitch begins Feb. 6. The NYSA baseball/softball program focuses on teaching basic techniques and principles, promoting fair play and sportsmanship, and providing players with a competitive experience that is structured and supervised. Players can register online, at any Tacoma Boys & Girls Club or at the Metro Parks main office. Get details at MetroParksTacoma.org/nysa.
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Celebrate Valentine's Day with wine and chocolate at the Conservatory
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Bring your valentine to the Seymour Conservatory from 5:30-7 pm on Friday, February 10 to enjoy music by harpist Ruthann Ritchie, wine, champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, truffles, and beautiful floral displays. There will be a drawing at 6:30 pm for a Hilltop Artists' Glass Piece.
Tickets are available for $20 at the Conservatory and Metro Parks Main Office. Hosted by the Conservatory Foundation. For more information call 591-5330 or visit MetroParksTacoma.org.
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Green Tip
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 As temperatures drop, the use of wood stoves and fireplaces increases and so does air pollution throughout the northwest.
Wood smoke is the prime culprit driving spikes in sooty, toxic air that's leaving area residents gasping for breath. Tacoma has an estimated 60,000 wood burning devices. The health costs associated with burning wood may make you think twice about how you heat your home.
Where There's Smoke, There's Sickness from EarthFix on Vimeo.
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Wipe out weather worries by visiting our website
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 Winter and its usual weather worries will soon be upon us. There is no need to wonder if your meeting, recreation class or other Metro Parks function is being held as usual. Simply visit www.metroparkstacoma.org and get a one-stop look at all facilities and building closures. Look for the "weather closure" quick link on the home page. Persons without internet access can call 253-305-1062 for up-to-date building and program closure information.
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Parks Tacoma strives to create an atmosphere of accessibility to our
diverse community. If you have comments and suggestions to help us meet
your expectations, please call Roxanne Miles, 253.305.1068 or write inclusion@tacomaparks.com
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