
Western Monarchs: Just Hanging on by a Limb
By Michele White, CAE, IOM | Posted on January 31, 2020
In 2019, the western monarch count was less than 30,000 — similar to the year before — which is 1 percent of their original historical levels. This is a cause for great concern.

Park Professionals Thank Their Mentors, Have You?
By Jennifer Fulcher-Nguyen | Posted on January 30, 2020
January 30 was #ThankYourMentor day, and we celebrated by taking a look back on the messages some of our social media followers had for their mentors.

How Earning Your CPRP Helps You Step Up Your Professional Game
By Lauren Eck, CPRP | Posted on January 28, 2020
Obtaining this invaluable credential in the park and recreation field is a great way to refine your knowledge, further your career and stay committed to the profession.

Turning Impossible Situations Into Opportunities — Episode 058
By Cort Jones and Roxanne Sutton | Posted on January 28, 2020
What started as a way for Jessica to cope with her mother’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s has turned into multiple programs and cross-department partnerships that are enriching an entire community and making it safer.

What Does It Take to Be a Courageous Leader? — February Bonus Episode
By Roxanne Sutton and Cort Jones | Posted on January 23, 2020
On this episode of Open Space Radio, we chat with Jamie Sabbach, president and CEO of 110% Inc. and Amilia Consulting USA, about true courageous leadership and why it is so important to park and recreation professionals.

Challenges Faced by Small Park Districts
By Michael McCann, MS | Posted on January 21, 2020
Navigating the challenges of a small park district is well worth it when staff is able to experience the impact they make on their communities.