The National Recreation and Parks Association

From water reclamation to effluent water, learn how grey water reuse could help your agency save big and conserve potable water.

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On this episode of Open Space Radio, we recap our trip to NatureFest, a lively week-long celebration at Anacostia Park that provides a safe, engaging space for kids and their families to explore nature, have fun and create lasting memories during D.C. Public Schools’ Spring Break.

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Podcasting may not be the newest trend in parks and recreation, but it’s one of the most exciting and accessible tools to connect with our communities, highlight our stories and elevate our field.

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Across the country, park and recreation departments are where many kids experience their first coach, their first team, their first taste of what sports can be. But too often, volunteers are handed a whistle and a roster — without the support they need to thrive.

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Here are a few practical, heartfelt tips that park and recreation professionals have implemented in their agencies and teams to create healthier environments for themselves and those around them.

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Shaundon Moore (Dekalb County, Georgia) and Dr. Viniece Jennings discuss how community engagement can be a solution to several park-based maintenance challenges.

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Lynn Fulton and Michael Sabin explore how smart irrigation supports maintenance staff in implementing water conservation in Denver.

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This May, Clement Lau celebrates 22 years of service with the County of Los Angeles — a milestone that feels especially meaningful during Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.

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Karen Galt and Tyler Flynn from the City of Seattle discuss three types of water audits and the water savings they offer.

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