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AI: Here and Now
Discover how the rise of artificial intelligence will impact the field of parks and recreation.
Top Trends in Parks and Recreation for 2024
Explore the latest trends and technology impacting parks and recreation.
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Opportunities for Learning in the New Year
Discover how you can expand your knowledge of trends and issues impacting the park and recreation field.
NRPA Welcomes Newly Appointed Members to 2023-2024 Board of Directors
Learn more about the newly appointed members to the 2023-2024 NRPA Board of Directors.
Boost Your Local Economy With Trails
Keene, New Hampshire, has become a destination for trail-seekers and tourists.
Developing Inclusive, Equitable and Universally Designed Public Recreation Spaces
At Athene North Shore Recreation Area at Easter Lake Park, accessibility and inclusivity are the primary focus.
Member Benefit: NRPA Helps You Hire
An NRPA membership comes with plenty of benefits including access to networks and platforms allowing you to connect with other professionals.
The Benefits of Outdoor Play
Beyond providing a refreshing break from indoor confinement, outdoor play in parks fosters healthy child development in numerous ways.
Redefining Recreation Centers to Address Community Health and Well-Being
The role of community centers now stretches beyond their impact on an individual’s quality of life to include their impact on the sustained health of our communities and our cultures.
NRPA Park Metrics: Provide Data and Gain Insights
NRPA Park Metrics is the most comprehensive source of park and recreation agency benchmarks in the United States.
Ring in the New Year With Parks and Recreation
93% of U.S. adults are prioritizing four top activities in the new year.
The Year Ahead in Washington, D.C.
Learn how NRPA will continue to ensure local park and recreation professionals have a strong voice in Washington, D.C.
Transforming Park Maintenance One Seed at a Time
Discover how the Watering Can Mentoring Program helps teens develop technical skills through park maintenance.
Fostering Trust and Engagement Across Diverse Cultures
Learn how park and recreation agencies can create inclusive, harmonious communities by building trust and engagement with diverse cultures.
Balancing Trees: Conservation, Safety and Green Space
Explore how trees provide ecological and cultural benefits to our communities, and tree-care professionals help us prioritize conservation, safety and green space.
‘Dangerous Condition’ Security Liability for Park Shooting?
In the case of Summerfield v. City of Inglewood, Plaintiffs Dwight and Patricia Summerfield filed a wrongful death action against the Defendant City of Inglewood, alleging the City’s negligence had caused the death of their son.
Park Equity: A ‘Novel’ Idea
The City of Revere (Massachusetts) Parks and Recreation Department partnered with its travel and tourism office and the Revere Public Library to launch the “Be Tourists” program for residents.