Open Space is the official blog and podcast of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). 

The blog is updated on a regular basis with posts from NRPA staff and members, as well as experts and thought leaders from the field of parks and recreation and adjacent industries. 

Open Space Radio is a weekly podcast hosted by Cort Jones, Christina High and Cara Myers. The podcast aims to share inspiring and engaging stories about community, connection, and the impact of local parks and recreation. New episodes are released every other Tuesday. 

The ideas and opinions represented on the blog and Open Space Radio do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Recreation and Park Association as a whole. 

To share story ideas for the blog or podcast, contact Cort Jones.

To view NRPA's blog guidelines, click here.