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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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Unmatched Durability

Communities are tasked with finding the best ways to build safe, sustainable, and inclusive recreational areas. Local leaders, parks and recreation directors, administrators, and government officials are often expected to move the needle on these foundational aspects in their counties.

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Creative Collaborations

As a U.S. Cultural Policy Fellow at Stanford University, the Minnesota-based artist models how organizations like parks departments can think about artists-in-residence and artists-in-government.

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Trusted Partners

Across the country, partnerships with local land trusts facilitate projects with long-term environmental, economic, and social impacts. Expertise in land acquisition, fund development, environmental stewardship, and community engagement can catalyze solutions.

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Lighting The Way

In June 2024, Washington, D.C., completed one of the most ambitious public lighting upgrades in the country.

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Beyond Accessibility

The design intent of inclusive playgrounds is to create an environment where no one feels left out.

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On The Right Path

As climate change intensifies, communities around the globe face unprecedented environmental challenges, from rising temperatures and erratic weather patterns to the loss of biodiversity. In response, innovative approaches to enhance climate resilience are essential.

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Revenue Development For Public Parks

Public parks are often caught between providing accessible amenities and programs for the community and finding ways to generate revenue for upkeep and maintenance.

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Bolster Boring Capabilities

For parks and recreation departments, efficiency, precision, and safety are essential to successfully complete landscaping and grounds upgrades. However, tackling different drilling and horizontal boring jobs typically means investing in multiple specialized machines, and costs can add up quickly.

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Finding The Answers

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of various industries, transforming how professionals work and enhancing their productivity. Parks and recreation professionals, however, might still be unfamiliar with the potential benefits of AI in their field.

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Designing For Everyone

According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than one in four people lives with disabilities. Yet many playgrounds and recreational spaces fail to provide inclusive environments where everyone can connect, play, and thrive.

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Designing Inclusion

Morgan’s Camp is a 102-acre recreational oasis, just north of San Antonio, Texas. The camp is located within a majestic geography that transitions from urban landscape to the rolling hills and canyons of the Texas Hill Country.

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