Healthy Greenspaces, Clean Water, Community Pride
By Jennifer Cox | Posted on May 31, 2017
Green stormwater infrastructure offers a hopeful solution to both environmental and social challenges when implemented in a thoughtful and meaningful way.
FY18 Budget Request: The Fine Print Is Out and It’s Not Good for Parks and Rec
By David Tyahla | Posted on May 30, 2017
The full details of President Trump’s budget request for FY18 were released last week, which, if enacted, would mark a devastating divestment in programs critical to parks and recreation across the nation.
Only 52% Of Adults View Local Parks as Nature
By Kevin Roth | Posted on May 25, 2017
A recently released comprehensive study takes a closer look at how Americans connect with nature. The Nature of Americans report combines data to better understand their sentiment of nature, outdoor activities, perceived benefits, and more.
’Tis the Season (10 Tips for Water Safety)
By Brad Anderson, AFOI | Posted on May 24, 2017
AFO Instructor Brad Anderson shares 10 water safety tips for keeping patrons safe at your pools this summer.
Swimming and Autism: Strategies and Tips
By Cindy Freedman | Posted on May 19, 2017
This summer, it’s likely that many park and recreation facilities, aquatic centers and summer camps will be accommodating children with autism and various sensory challenges. Learn how to improve safety, communication and knowledge to better accommodate these families in our facilities and programs.
Combined-Built-Environment Features Are Now a Recommended Strategy to Get Communities Active
By Rachel Banner | Posted on May 18, 2017
The Community Preventive Services Task Force announced a new recommendation designed to increase physical activity though built-environment approaches that combine transportation-system interventions with land use and environmental design. This recommendation directly supports NRPA's Safe Routes to Parks initiative.
