Doctor’s Orders: Get More Physically Active

November, 2017
Americans head to their local parks and trails when the doctor wants them to be more active.

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Recreation Centers Role in Communities

October, 2017
Healthy living classes, programming for both children and older adults, nature-based activities and, arts and crafts top the list of needed services.

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Assembling in Public Spaces

September, 2017
Americans overwhelming agree the right to peacefully assemble in parks and other public spaces is important.

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Destinations that Provide Relaxation Rank Highest for Vacationers

August, 2017
Nearly half of all Americans prefer vacation destinations that are secluded and relaxing.

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Making Outdoor Play a Priority for Adults

July, 2017
Adults of all ages are spending time engaged in outdoor play each week in America.

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Americans Walk in the Park

June, 2017
Americans head outside for their walking pleasure.

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Millions of Americans Touched by Food Insecurity

May, 2017
Financial difficulties resulted in close to 100 million Americans experiencing food insecurity over the past year.

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Prioritizing Environmental Initiatives

April, 2017
Americans look to their local government to make environmental initiatives a priority.

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Use Your Pre-Tax Savings For Fitness and Recreation

March, 2017
Americans support a proposal allowing HSA and FSA money to be used for fitness programs and recreation costs.

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Preserving Natural Landscapes

February, 2017
Americans say it is important for local government to set aside land to preserve the natural landscape.

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Americans Choose to Stay Active This Winter

January, 2017
Americans prefer to stay physically active this winter by walking, running, and hiking outside.

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Giving the Gift of Outdoor Activities

December, 2016
Three in four Americans intend to purchase gifts associated with outdoor activities this holiday season.

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Providing Healthy Options in Public Spaces

November, 2016
Healthy food and drink options while on-the-go should be made more accessible says most Americans.

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Four in Five Americans Support Policies Banning Tobacco in Public Areas

October, 2016
New online survey finds Americans support NRPA’s position in prohibiting the use of tobacco products in public areas.

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Providing Kids with Physical Activity Opportunities

September, 2016
Americans overwhelmingly agree that children need more physical activity opportunities.

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Motivation Through Observation

August, 2016
Watching Olympic and other sports athletes inspire many to be more active on their own says latest NRPA poll.

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See You at the Park

July, 2016
NRPA poll shows most Americans have attended or will be attending one or more outdoor summer events in their community this summer.

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Americans' Favorite Activities

June, 2016
NRPA identifies the activities enjoyed the most outside in the summer through latest poll.

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Zika Virus and Outdoor Spaces

May, 2016
NRPA poll shows Zika to alter the outdoor plans of many Americans this summer.

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