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Jul 16

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It’s Official: The FLOATmingos Of Hoyt Lake Have Been Named

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A COMMUNITY NAMING CONTEST ENDED ON JULY 12TH BRINGING IN OVER 500 ENTRIES

The FLOtilla of four FLOATmingos on Hoyt Lake grew with the arrival of three additional bright pink flamingo paddle boats, making it a true Flam-bouyance. Available for rent through Hoyt Lake Rowboats, the FLOATmingos offer summer fun for the whole family in a safe, socially distant environment.

Jul 07

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Restoring Buffalo’s parks will revitalize the city

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RESTORING BUFFALO’S PARKS, INCLUDING DELAWARE PARK, WOULD MAKE FOR A SAFER AND HEALTHIER POST-PANDEMIC BUFFALO.

It is said of urban design that there is no neutrality. The built environment either serves to hurt or heal.

Jul 01

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Olmsted Parks to hold contest to name the FLOATmingos

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THREE NEW BRIGHT PINK FLAMINGO PADDLE BOATS ADDED TO THE FLEET AT HOYT LAKE.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — They are pretty and they are pink, but what to call them?

Apr 23

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Olmsted Parks Conservancy spring prep, virtual giving campaign underway

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THE CONSERVANCY IS ASKING THE PUBLIC TO CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION TO SUPPORT THE OLMSTED PARK SYSTEM.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — This week would normally be a busy one for the Olmsted Parks Conservancy — Earth Day and Arbor Day planting events, along with some sort of celebration of Frederick Law Olmsted’s birthday, but the COVID-19 pandemic has changed things a bit this year. Read More

Apr 16

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Introducing: Buffalo Cherry Blossoms Reimagined

By oadmin News, Press Releases

A DIGITAL BLOOMING AND VIRTUAL LINE-UP

Buffalo, N.Y. – Due to State, County and City COVID-19 restrictions on public events and the need for social distancing, the 2020 Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival has been cancelled. Read More

Apr 05

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Delaware Park’s Ring Road will be closed to vehicular traffic starting April 6, 2020

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BEGINNING MONDAY, APRIL 6^TH, DELAWARE PARK’S RING ROAD WILL BE CLOSED TO VEHICULAR TRAFFIC AS PART OF BUFFALO’S CONTINUING PUBLIC SAFETY EFFORT TO PROMOTE SOCIAL DISTANCING TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19.

By limiting the number of vehicles traveling and parking on Ring Road, park space will be maximized for passive uses like walking, jogging, and biking. Read More

Mar 26

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Passive use of Buffalo Olmsted Parks: “It’s the difference between parks and recreation”

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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – WESTERN NEW YORKERS WHO ARE GETTING STIR-CRAZY IN THEIR HOMES IN THIS AGE OF ISOLATION ARE FINDING RESPITE IN LOCAL PARKS …

but parks officials are reminding everyone new regulations are in place to keep everyone safe as we face the threat of COVID-19.

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Explore your Buffalo Olmsted Parks with the free self-guided mobile audio tours! Special thanks to @MandT_Bank,… https://t.co/GlRJafmQwG
- Saturday Aug 1 - 2:06pm

NEW RELEASE: Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy 2019 Annual Report. Learn about our 2019 projects, financials, and e… https://t.co/nScURtE5Dg
- Friday Jul 31 - 12:12am

Join us at 5:30pm today July 30th for the 2020 State of the Olmsted Parks, hosted by our executive director… https://t.co/tGk2DUx9kE
- Thursday Jul 30 - 9:14pm

News

It’s Official: The FLOATmingos Of Hoyt Lake Have Been Named

A COMMUNITY NAMING CONTEST ENDED ON JULY 12TH BRINGING IN OVER 500 ENTRIES

The FLOtilla of four FLOATmingos on Hoyt Lake grew with the arrival of three additional bright pink flamingo paddle boats, making it a true Flam-bouyance. Available for rent through Hoyt Lake Rowboats, the FLOATmingos offer summer fun for the whole family in a safe, socially distant environment.

Restoring Buffalo’s parks will revitalize the city

RESTORING BUFFALO’S PARKS, INCLUDING DELAWARE PARK, WOULD MAKE FOR A SAFER AND HEALTHIER POST-PANDEMIC BUFFALO.

It is said of urban design that there is no neutrality. The built environment either serves to hurt or heal.

Olmsted Parks to hold contest to name the FLOATmingos

THREE NEW BRIGHT PINK FLAMINGO PADDLE BOATS ADDED TO THE FLEET AT HOYT LAKE.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — They are pretty and they are pink, but what to call them?

Olmsted Parks Conservancy spring prep, virtual giving campaign underway

THE CONSERVANCY IS ASKING THE PUBLIC TO CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION TO SUPPORT THE OLMSTED PARK SYSTEM.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — This week would normally be a busy one for the Olmsted Parks Conservancy — Earth Day and Arbor Day planting events, along with some sort of celebration of Frederick Law Olmsted’s birthday, but the COVID-19 pandemic has changed things a bit this year. Read More

Introducing: Buffalo Cherry Blossoms Reimagined

A DIGITAL BLOOMING AND VIRTUAL LINE-UP

Buffalo, N.Y. – Due to State, County and City COVID-19 restrictions on public events and the need for social distancing, the 2020 Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival has been cancelled. Read More

Delaware Park’s Ring Road will be closed to vehicular traffic starting April 6, 2020

BEGINNING MONDAY, APRIL 6^TH, DELAWARE PARK’S RING ROAD WILL BE CLOSED TO VEHICULAR TRAFFIC AS PART OF BUFFALO’S CONTINUING PUBLIC SAFETY EFFORT TO PROMOTE SOCIAL DISTANCING TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19.

By limiting the number of vehicles traveling and parking on Ring Road, park space will be maximized for passive uses like walking, jogging, and biking. Read More

Passive use of Buffalo Olmsted Parks: “It’s the difference between parks and recreation”

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – WESTERN NEW YORKERS WHO ARE GETTING STIR-CRAZY IN THEIR HOMES IN THIS AGE OF ISOLATION ARE FINDING RESPITE IN LOCAL PARKS …

but parks officials are reminding everyone new regulations are in place to keep everyone safe as we face the threat of COVID-19.

We Need Your Support

Our parks are…

Love Your Olmsted Parks!

Equipment Appeal

@bfloparks

Contact Info

News

Inside the Parks

News

It’s Official: The FLOATmingos Of Hoyt Lake Have Been Named

A COMMUNITY NAMING CONTEST ENDED ON JULY 12TH BRINGING IN OVER 500 ENTRIES

The FLOtilla of four FLOATmingos on Hoyt Lake grew with the arrival of three additional bright pink flamingo paddle boats, making it a true Flam-bouyance. Available for rent through Hoyt Lake Rowboats, the FLOATmingos offer summer fun for the whole family in a safe, socially distant environment.

Restoring Buffalo’s parks will revitalize the city

RESTORING BUFFALO’S PARKS, INCLUDING DELAWARE PARK, WOULD MAKE FOR A SAFER AND HEALTHIER POST-PANDEMIC BUFFALO.

It is said of urban design that there is no neutrality. The built environment either serves to hurt or heal.

Olmsted Parks to hold contest to name the FLOATmingos

THREE NEW BRIGHT PINK FLAMINGO PADDLE BOATS ADDED TO THE FLEET AT HOYT LAKE.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — They are pretty and they are pink, but what to call them?

Olmsted Parks Conservancy spring prep, virtual giving campaign underway

THE CONSERVANCY IS ASKING THE PUBLIC TO CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION TO SUPPORT THE OLMSTED PARK SYSTEM.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — This week would normally be a busy one for the Olmsted Parks Conservancy — Earth Day and Arbor Day planting events, along with some sort of celebration of Frederick Law Olmsted’s birthday, but the COVID-19 pandemic has changed things a bit this year. Read More

Introducing: Buffalo Cherry Blossoms Reimagined

A DIGITAL BLOOMING AND VIRTUAL LINE-UP

Buffalo, N.Y. – Due to State, County and City COVID-19 restrictions on public events and the need for social distancing, the 2020 Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival has been cancelled. Read More

Delaware Park’s Ring Road will be closed to vehicular traffic starting April 6, 2020

BEGINNING MONDAY, APRIL 6TH, DELAWARE PARK’S RING ROAD WILL BE CLOSED TO VEHICULAR TRAFFIC AS PART OF BUFFALO’S CONTINUING PUBLIC SAFETY EFFORT TO PROMOTE SOCIAL DISTANCING TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19.

By limiting the number of vehicles traveling and parking on Ring Road, park space will be maximized for passive uses like walking, jogging, and biking. Read More

Passive use of Buffalo Olmsted Parks: “It’s the difference between parks and recreation”

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – WESTERN NEW YORKERS WHO ARE GETTING STIR-CRAZY IN THEIR HOMES IN THIS AGE OF ISOLATION ARE FINDING RESPITE IN LOCAL PARKS …

but parks officials are reminding everyone new regulations are in place to keep everyone safe as we face the threat of COVID-19.

We Need Your Support

Our parks are…

Love Your Olmsted Parks!

Equipment Appeal

@bfloparks

Contact Info

News

Inside the Parks

BEGINNING MONDAY, APRIL 6^TH, DELAWARE PARK’S RING ROAD WILL BE CLOSED TO VEHICULAR TRAFFIC AS PART OF BUFFALO’S CONTINUING PUBLIC SAFETY EFFORT TO PROMOTE SOCIAL DISTANCING TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19.