Five Summer Hiring Tips for Park and Rec. Agencies
By Hayley Herzing | Posted on May 24, 2018
Summer can be the busiest time of year for park and recreation agencies, which means more job openings to fill. But seasonal hiring can be a challenge, as most agencies need to execute their hiring decisions quickly to get staff trained. These five tips will help you create a smooth and easy seasonal hiring process.
Get Your Play On!
By Roxanne Sutton | Posted on June 30, 2017
July is Park and Recreation Month and it is finally here!
A Thank You to Park and Rec Professionals
By Heidi Ham | Posted on June 27, 2017
Heidi Ham, National AfterSchool Association (NAA) Vice President of Programs and Strategy shares her story of growing up in afterschool park and recreation programs and offers professionals a thank you gift from NAA.
Senate Healthcare Repeal Bill Released: Park and Rec Priorities Fare Worse than in House Bill
By NRPA Public Policy Team | Posted on June 22, 2017
Today the Senate released its healthcare repeal bill, the details of which are deeply troubling for park and recreation priorities.
What ‘GOMESA’ Means for the Future of LWCF
By NRPA Public Policy Team | Posted on June 19, 2017
The Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act or “GOMESA” was passed a little over 10 years ago in 2006. The measure includes a mandate that a portion of the overall revenues go to the State Assistance program.
NRPA Conference Behind the Scenes: Building the Education Schedule
By Lucky D’Ascanio | Posted on June 15, 2017
As a member of the NRPA Conference Program Committee, the team of NRPA members who review the conference education session proposals, I invite you for a behind the scenes look at the remarkable process that results in an amazing product.
rEvolution of Play
By Lisa Annis, Cre8Play | Posted on June 14, 2017
In honor of Park and Recreation Month, we asked Cre8Play to share some of the lessons learned from a recent TEDx event.
How Parks and Rec can Address Arthritis in Rural America
By Lesha Spencer-Brown | Posted on June 2, 2017
Residents of rural communities, especially minority and low-income residents, tend to report higher prevalence of chronic conditions (for example arthritis, diabetes and heart disease), poorer health, and little to no physical activity compared to residents of urban communities.