Parks - PRB+ Magazine

Sports Are For Every Body

A local park is open to everybody. But is it open to every body? Can individuals with disabilities participate in its recreational programs, use its facilities, and access the conveniences available to able-bodied users?

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Songs Of Unity

As the conversation around inclusive design continues to evolve, so too does our understanding of how public spaces can better support neurodiverse communities.

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Doing More With Less

From community events and youth sports to engaging with the public, there are many reasons people choose to work in parks and recreation departments.

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The Only Standard

In many playground-planning conversations, “accessible” and “inclusive” are used interchangeably.

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The Space Between Us Is Growing

Connection does not have to be complicated. Children understand this, but many adults forget.

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Dog Days

They offer opportunities for socialization for users of all ages.

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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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Existential Infrastructure

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

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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

Safer Routes To Recreation Destinations

When people describe a task as “a walk in the park,” it’s a way of saying it's easy, straightforward, and pleasant to accomplish.

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Parks 5 min read

Rethinking Playground Design For Continuous Play

Community playgrounds strive to be spaces that families return to many times. For this to happen, playgrounds need to keep ideas and opportunities for play fresh so children remain engaged, challenged, and eager to come back.

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