Parks and Recreation: Advancing Colorado's Sustainability Movement
By Barbara Kapustin | Posted on March 19, 2025
NRPA recently explored how Colorado is implementing sustainability initiatives on the local level. Read how the cities of Aspen and Grand Junction aren't only preserving natural beauty, but also cultivating a culture of sustainability.
NRPA’s Response to Recent Executive Orders
By Kristine Stratton | Posted on February 18, 2025
Read this message from NRPA President and CEO Kristine Stratton to learn how we're working to assess the impacts of recent White House executive orders and what they mean for the park and recreation field.
Event Management School Serves as “An Investment in Your Future and Your Community’s Future”
By Brittani Stickler | Posted on February 11, 2025
Attending Event Management School was a game-changer for Brittani Stickler, the special events and marketing programmer for the City of Wyoming (Michigan) Parks and Recreation Department.
Parks in Action: Meeting Community Needs During Times of Crisis
By Clement Lau, DPPD, FAICP | Posted on January 29, 2025
From public health emergencies to natural disasters, the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation has demonstrated adaptability and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of L.A. County residents.
Celebrating Youth Mentoring Success in Parks and Recreation
By Maureen Neumann | Posted on January 23, 2025
Park and recreation agencies are building youth mentoring into afterschool programs, sports programs, and as standalone mentoring programs, but the possibilities for integrating mentoring into parks and recreation programs are endless.
The Maine Event: Innovative Approaches to Sustainability in Parks and Recreation
By Barbara Kapustin | Posted on January 22, 2025
Stretching across 30,843 square miles, the state of Maine is well known for its extensive coastline, tasty seafood and stunning national park. It's also among the few states that have state-wide recycling legislation.
