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Ensuring Safety for All Through Self-Defense
Understanding self-defense and learning useful techniques can help you navigate relationships with confidence and ensure the park and recreation workforce, and the people you serve, feel secure and safe.
Creating a Culture of Safety in Lifeguarding
Learn how committed leaders can build a culture of safety in aquatics through positive reinforcement, communication and accountability.
Utilizing Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding
Discover how funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law can be used to revitalize ecosystems and conserve natural resources.
Additional Articles
Safety First
By promoting safety-conscious behavior and building self-defense knowledge, park and recreation professionals steward safe spaces for all.
Design and Engineering Considerations for Splash Pads
A detailed look at everything that needs to be taken into consideration when designing a splash pad for the most efficient and effective usage.
How Park and Recreation Departments Are Using Technology to Strengthen Local Communities
Four of the most impactful ways park and recreation leaders now use technology to strengthen their communities through meaningful connections.
NRPA Launches Second Year of the NRPA Business Council
The NRPA Business Council brings together the business sector and park and recreation professionals to enhance the quality of life for all.
Remembering James J. Truncer
A remembrance of James Truncer, a great park and recreation advocate and professional.
NRPA Honored With Two 2023 TRENDY Awards
Parks & Recreation magazine and NRPA’s marketing and communications department were recognized during the 2023 TRENDY Awards.
Member Benefit: NRPA-Sponsored Insurance Programs
NRPA offers its members risk management solutions through NRPA-sponsored insurance programs provided by K&K Insurance.
The 2023 NRPA Agency Performance Review Report
The 2023 NRPA Agency Performance Review summarizes key findings of more than 1,000 unique park and recreation agencies across the United States on varying topics.
Making Important Investments in Safe Play
Survey results that show the importance of making investments in safe and inclusive playgrounds.
Federal Funding Helps Prevent Wildfires in Oregon
Learn how park and recreation agencies can access federal funding through Congressional earmarks to support community projects.
Creating Resilient Communities
By preparing for natural disasters and severe weather, park and recreation professionals promote community resilience and well-being.
Increasing Art Access Through Parks and Recreation
Learn how to foster equity and well-being by integrating art education into parks and recreation.
Climate Change Is Now
Learn how Maui County is integrating sea-level rise and coastal threats into planning.
Does History Justify ‘Gun-Free’ Public Park Resources?
In the case of Siegel v. Platkin, licensed gun carriers challenged provisions in a recently enacted New Jersey statute that added “sensitive place” designations to include public park and recreation resources.
Field Maintenance Recovery Practices
Learn about some of the most critical field maintenance recovery practices that will keep natural grass surfaces in great shape.
Facilitating Happiness and Humor
Dr. Susan Mathieu shares how she fosters happiness in her community with a Happiness and Humor class for older adults.