July 2026 - PRB+ Magazine

Better, Not Always Bigger

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Editor's Notes 3 min read

Growing The Great Rivers Greenway

Each segment of the Great Rivers Greenway (GRG) in metro St. Louis, Mo., holds a story.

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Parks 5 min read

Lessons Through Lessons

The opening of Blue Surf Bay Waterpark at the Carson Ross Community Recreation Complex in 2024 marked a major shift for Blue Springs, Mo.

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Aquatics 5 min read

Rooted In Place

When recreation facilities are built on former rural land, the site is often cleared and treated as a blank slate.

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Rec Facilities 6 min read

Existential Infrastructure

Extreme heat is one of the most immediate and unequal climate risks facing Los Angeles County.

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Parks 5 min read

Weathering The Storm

It’s a relaxing day in July. The sun is high, the temperature is rising, and a municipal splash pad hums with life.

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Parks 6 min read

Cornerstone Of The City

The renovation of Zumwalt Park (Tulare, Calif.) has transformed a once underused greenspace into a central hub for entertainment, recreation, and economic revitalization.

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Parks 9 min read

The Next Big Switch In Pool Design

For most of the 20th century, American homes had one type of light switch: the classic toggle.

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Rec Facilities 5 min read

Healthy Family-Style Meals

Breaking bread is a timeless human ritual. Sharing a meal strengthens community bonds while simultaneously celebrating a community’s culture.

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Camps 4 min read

Camp Administration 101: Small Stations, Big Fun

Camp games are the heartbeat of any summer program—they bring the energy, spark laughter, and give campers a chance to build teamwork skills and confidence.

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Camps 7 min read