Features
Dr. Temple Grandin on the Importance of Outdoor Play
Parks & Recreation has a conversation with the world-renowned scientist, animal behaviorist, advocate for autism and author.
Principles of Inclusive Playground Design
Discover seven design principles that will help create playgrounds that benefit all.
Welcome to the Valley of the Sun!
Explore fun things to do in Phoenix and learn more about the 2022 NRPA Annual Conference.
Additional Articles
Feeling Worthy and Important
What better way to make people feel important than investing in the places, spaces and programs that deliver on park and recreation benefits?
What’s Your Funny Park and Recreation Story?
I’ll bet many members of our park and recreation community have some really memorable and fascinating stories just waiting to be shared with our magazine team.
Parks and Recreation Mourns the Loss of Historian and Scholar Dr. Charles Hartsoe
The well-respected educator, historian and advocate passed away on May 15.
Creating Dynamic Community Hubs Through Tennis
The United States Tennis Association is creating new and innovative community hubs throughout the country.
Member Benefit: NRPA Member Discount Programs
NRPA members get immediate access to many valuable benefits.
The 2022 NRPA Park and Recreation Salary Survey
The 2022 NRPA Park and Recreation Salary Survey report features detailed base salary and bonus data for 10 typical park and recreation agency positions.
Parks and Recreation Provides Healthy, Local Food Options
More than one in four U.S. adults say it is not easy or they are unsure how to access locally-grown food.
National Plan, Local Partners
After more than 50 years, the White House will once again convene a national Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health this month.
Measuring Health and Wellness Impact
Program evaluation provides managers, staff and the community an opportunity to better understand current programs and to identify opportunities for improvement.
Historic Plantation Reimagined in Mecklenburg County
Latta Nature Preserve is a 1,460-acre passive recreation park that protects significant natural resources and provides water quality protection for Mountain Island Lake.
Can We Talk About Resilience?
Just asking two or three simple questions can help park and recreation professionals and people outside of the field to think about the role of parks in community resilience.
Retaliation After Gender Discrimination Claim
In the case of Davis v. Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Plaintiff claimed her supervisor retaliated against her after she filed a gender discrimination claim against him.
Why Shade Is Vital to Our Health
To minimize the risks of UV exposure, the top recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is to stay in the shade.
North Port Parks and Recreation 5K Rises Up to Improve Accessibility and Equity
Held annually in January, the Rockin’ Run & Roll 5K is promoted to the community as an opportunity to start the new year right and is strategically located in Butler Park.