Parks & Recreation magazine reveale the Top 5 columns, feature articles, Open Space Radio podcast episodes and social media posts produced this year.
Montgomery Parks’ Adaptive Mountain Biking Program expands access to off-road biking.
Lighting elements transform splash pads into multipurpose community spaces.
Good design of urban-edge green spaces starts with a robust effort of research and community engagement.
GivingTuesday is an opportunity for you to use your individual power of generosity to give thanks to park and recreational professionals nationwide by supporting NRPA.
The NRPA Connect Resource Library is a great place to find policies, procedures, templates and other resources to support your agency’s daily operations.
To better understand how and why people connect with parks and recreation, NRPA conducted its annual Engagement With Parks survey.
Meet this year's new members of the NRPA Board of Directors.
Although lesser known, Omaha’s riverfront also has been attracting headlines, especially recently since the completion of a $325 million renovation of the city’s downtown parkland.
This summer camp for teen girls aims to empower future female leaders.
The NRPA Facility Market Report is a valuable tool that provides deep insights into your community’s needs, helping you tailor programming and offerings accordingly.
Learn about the healing power of a local park in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
A recent EPA study found no significant difference in exposure to certain chemicals between players who played on synthetic turf fields that use crumb rubber infill and those who played on grass fields.
The Durant Sports Festival, hosted in the heart of the Choctaw Nation, celebrated the vibrant, diverse recreation landscape available in the area.
Naomi Betsill turned an unexpected internship opportunity into a career in parks and recreation.
Kayaking is an activity that connects people to nature, and accessibility advocate Bill Bogdan would love to see more universal access launches available for all people to enjoy.
Did you know that NRPA, with its partner, Routledge Taylor Francis Group, publishes two journals for the field of parks and recreation?
The critical issue of play space inequity is something park and recreation professionals are uniquely positioned to solve.
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, it is a great opportunity to recognize the rich cultural contributions of Hispanic communities in the United States, including the traditions, history and significant roles these communities play in shaping our nation’s identity and the park and recreation field.
NPLD is now the largest single-day volunteer effort for America’s public lands and a signature event of the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF).
NRPA’s Staff Training Resource Center gathers NRPA learning resources around today’s top professional development topics for you and your staff.
Floating stages can revitalize underutilized spaces, transforming ordinary parks, marinas and community areas into vibrant theaters on water.
Parks are more than just pretty places; they’re essential for our mental health and well-being.
Decisions are woven into the fabric of daily park and recreation operations.
Today, governing bodies for field sports are offering small-sided play formats.
Being a network leader is an opportunity for you to make a difference in the profession, bring people together and build community.
Learn about NRPA's new video storytelling project.
The park and recreation director for Gilbert, Arizona, discusses the importance of leading actively and getting out in the field.
Park and recreation departments have historically run into a large issue — how to make their spaces inclusive and accessible for everyone so that all community members can partake in rest and recuperation.
Michael Pearl, fifth-generation farmer, regularly attends the Overland Park Farmers’ Market in Overland Park, Kansas.
At the District of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), they knew that to grow girls’ sports opportunities, they had to make connections that would drive participation.
NRPA is joining forces with the United States Tennis Association (USTA) to celebrate the vital role of parks and recreation and tennis in promoting health and wellness in communities nationwide.
By providing the tools to conduct thorough and efficient background screenings, Bchex offers the peace of mind that comes with knowing your volunteers and employees are vetted.
NRPA insurance programs, sponsored by K&K Insurance, are the one-stop shop for park and recreation organizations and individuals in need of insurance.
Maryland’s Montgomery Parks transitions from gas to electric-powered maintenance equipment.
Communities must consider how they can create fun and unique spaces kids want to come back to while addressing the diverse needs of community members. And, at the end of the day, they’re creating not only better playgrounds, but also better communities. Here are some of the things that communities are trying to achieve in their playgrounds today.
The NRPA Business Council brings together park and recreation professionals and business-sector allies to solve common challenges, fuel innovation, further research and promote strong park and recreation systems.
Here are some ways that park and recreation agencies across the country are engaging their communities in Earth Day and Earth Month activities.
The Camacho Activity Center in Austin, Texas, specializes in outdoor recreation, nature education, and inclusion and adaptive activities.
The Pugsley Medal in Parks and Conservation, established nearly 100 years ago, stands as a prestigious recognition in parks and conservation.
NRPA members receive access to a variety of benefits to help them succeed throughout the year.
Chris Dropinski reflects on lessons learned about influence throughout her park and recreation career.
Here are a few sports that are actively gaining players to put on your watch list.
Sustainability has become a central focus within park and recreation departments.
Learn about the upcoming guests on the new season of Open Space Radio.
NRPA members have access to Fun Express! Learn more by reading on.
The intense use of these sports fields in Hillsborough County, Florida, requires innovative and technical sports field management tools to keep play surfaces at their best.
Explore the latest findings of a recent study focused on students' summer employment priorities.
