Parks and recreation prioritize providing a diverse range of spaces and resources to accommodate various hobbies and interests. Most U.S. adults are likely to seek out cooking, fitness and health, and arts and crafts classes. Parents are more likely to choose cooking and arts and crafts compared to non-parents. Moreover, men are more interested in advancing their skills in technology and history than women while women are more likely to engage with arts and crafts, gardening and photography. 

Key Findings:

• Almost all U.S. adults (93 percent) are likely to seek out a new skill or hobby, particularly cooking, fitness and health, and arts and crafts.