Parks

From Parks To Profit

Miami has always been a city that moves fast and dreams big. From its art deco past to its tech-forward present, this community thrives on reimagining what’s possible.

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Parks 6 min read

When city leaders in Louisville, Ky., signed the Greenprint Charter, they weren’t launching another beautification project. They were testing whether science and collaboration could reshape the future of an urban core.

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Parks 5 min read

Fun On Wheels

Can giant yard games like Connect Four encourage neighbors to connect more? Leaders in the rapidly growing suburb of Bondurant, Iowa, believe so.

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Parks 5 min read

From Trail to Training Hub

Adult fitness trails are growing in popularity. They turn parks into a low-cost way for community members to be outside and invest in their health.

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Connecting Communities To Birds

Birding is more than a recreational activity—it's an invitation to observe, appreciate, and profoundly connect with the natural world.

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Parks 5 min read

Pilot, Test, And Iterate

Across the country, parks and recreation departments are facing a challenge that doesn’t always make headlines but touches the daily lives of millions: outdated technology that causes headaches for both staff and residents.

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Parks 7 min read

Let’s Create A Park

Parks are powerful antidotes to many social, economic, political, and environmental ills. They improve public health by reducing stress and supporting physical activity, foster social cohesion and communal gathering, reduce crime, and increase community engagement.

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Leading With Purpose In Parks & Recreation

In today’s dynamic world of parks and recreation, effective leadership is more essential than ever.

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Rethinking Accessibility Projects

Signed into law 35 years ago, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in everyday activities, including recreation.

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Winning The Vote

Recreation centers, public parks and trails, pools, and athletic facilities form the foundation of community wellness and engagement. Successful funding for park districts and projects requires a multifaceted approach.

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Parks 8 min read

Colorado And Hokkaido Forge Sister Byways

In July 2025, Downtown Colorado, Inc. (DCI) announced the official formation of a Sister Byways partnership between the Colorado Scenic and Historic Byways Commission and the Scenic Byway Hokkaido Promotion Council in Japan.

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Parks 3 min read

Communication Boards

Inclusive playgrounds give all children an opportunity to enjoy one of the most essential parts of childhood—play. Unfortunately, many accessible playgrounds focus only on physical accommodations like ramps and wheelchair-accessible swings.

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Parks 5 min read

From Parks To Profit

Following A New “Greenprint”

Fun On Wheels

From Trail to Training Hub

Connecting Communities To Birds

Pilot, Test, And Iterate

Let’s Create A Park

Leading With Purpose In Parks & Recreation

Rethinking Accessibility Projects

Winning The Vote

Colorado And Hokkaido Forge Sister Byways

Communication Boards