When it comes to going to the parks, we can sometimes forget all the work that goes into making it such a great place to be. […]
It’s autumn in Pennsylvania. The air is crisp, the holidays are right around the corner, and the leaves have turned wondrous shades of red, orange, and […]
“Now that it’s dark, let the spooks begin.” We sat around the campfire, surrounded by hemlocks and the night sky, our bellies full of hot apple […]
It’s no secret that the outdoors have long been linked to the state of your mental health. Mostly in good ways, of course. Studies do show […]
Sure, you may have a favorite park, the one with the trail you like or the one with that very special tree your dog likes (for […]
The wind blowing through the trees. The birds singing their songs. The cicadas chirping noisily (though maybe not this year). It’s hard to deny the natural […]
On Friday July 19, 2024, Parks and Recreation staff gathered across PA to celebrate Park and Recreation Professionals Day. A day to honor those who make […]
Water is the source of all life. It keeps us, and our plants and animals, going. But approximately 40% of it within the U.S. is too […]
Park and Recreation Professionals (PRPs) are the true backbone of keeping parks and recreation centers up and running. With varying programs, events, and upkeep, they’ve got their hands full with Mother Nature.