Creating healthy communities through #parks and recreation. Providing technical assistance, research & #continuinged for #NC park pros. https://rrs.cnr.ncsu.ed
Raleigh, NC
Joined January 2016
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We hope you enjoyed hearing from Damian yesterday at the NCRPA Directors Conference as much as we did. Damian shared the need to focus on the park and not just the playground...understanding how to make a PARK a space for everyone to enjoy. youtube.com/watch?v=wSSWBGoJ…
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BREAKING: Outdoor recreation drives $1.1 TRILLION in economic output, supports 5 million American jobs, and employs 3.2% of all US employees. Check out the latest data on the performance of our sector!
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Join us tomorrow for this FREE webinar with @accessnow on the vital role of accessibility in parks and trails for people with disabilities. Register here: buff.ly/4563Tsl
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Join us for this FREE webinar tomorrow with @enock_glidden that will delve into ideas for giving access to people of all abilities through various types of barrier removal to additions that can be made to signage, trails & other outdoor features. Register: buff.ly/3JBtJfa
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Join us tomorrow for a FREE webinar with the @NatlParkService. Discover the benefits to designating your trail as an NWT, the history of the NRT program and its subset National Water Trails, the process for trails to become NWTs, and more. Register: buff.ly/44qEdWR
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Outdoor fitness parks enhance health and wellness for all ages. We bring people of all ages and abilities outside so they can achieve their fitness goals. Improve the overall health of your community with outdoor fitness with GameTime. #outdoorfitness #HealthandWellness
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We are happy to announce that the Dept of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Mgmt is launching its own LinkedIn page. You are invited to follow to stay up to date with the latest PRTM news and research. We will begin sharing content in across the channel in July.
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Did you know that spending more time in nature can enhance cognitive functioning and reduce stress? #NCStateCNR researchers have the scoop on this overlooked activity that can lead to high levels of happiness and well-being: ncst.at/7gVG50OnRER #mentalhealthawareness
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Today, Gov. Cooper announced $9.6 million in park accessibility grants. These projects impact communities across the state with lasting, accessible recreation infrastructure that will bring improved health and quality of life for families.
governor.nc.gov/news/press-r…
ALT Park in North Carolina
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Wildwood Park in Greenville received a grant from PARTF that will help to upgrade the park with mountain bike trails, more walking trails and boardwalks. Thanks to PARTF for investing in our state, making it a beautiful place to live! --> buff.ly/2WkTkUu #NC #NCParks
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Not all playgrounds are inclusive, which can be discouraging for some children and their peers. Fortunately, there are ways to make your school playground more inclusive without having to redesign the entire space. #Inclusiveplaygrounddesign #inclusiveplay cunninghamrec.com/articles/2…
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Do you have any plans for September 24? If not, you're in luck! Celebrate National Public Lands Day by visiting your local state or national park for free! You can find events near you by using our event locator here: buff.ly/2Zer3u0
#publiclands #volunteering
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PRTSM Online prof Dr. Jonathan Casper is featured in this month's Time Magazine discussing the benefits of Pickleball for older adults.
Are you a pickleball player? What do you love about it? Comment below and check out the article:
time.com/6209400/is-pickleba…
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*Thank you* to all of the park and rec professionals who joined us to #RiseUpJuly this Park and Recreation Month!
Your work helps build strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation! Here's to YOU!
ALT Image: Graphic with image of three outstretched hands that reads "WE RISE UP FOR PARKS AND RECREATION; NRPA'S PARK AND RECREATION MONTH" with sponsor logos for Merrell and Active Network
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Make sure to get your nominations in before August 8 for the annual Our State awards! ourstate.submittable.com/sub…
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#NationalTrailsDay, celebrated on the 1st Saturday in June, is the perfect opportunity to get out there with the people you love, give back to the trails that bring us together, and make sure no one is left out. Learn how we're celebrating here: ow.ly/PZh950J7MEt
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Don't forget: #NationalTrailsDay is this Saturday! Whether you participate in an #AT volunteer opportunity (appalachiantrail.org/waystov…), find an @AmericanHiking activity (americanhiking.org/national-…) or practice #LeaveNoTrace on the #AppalachianTrail, you can help #ProtectYourTrail!
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#NationalTrailsDay is June 4. We talked to @americanhiking for tips and activities for hiking with kids to celebrate the day. Learn how to find the right trail, pack smart, and make it fun for all ages. buff.ly/3PQmnWZ
#hikingwithkids #hiking #kidsactivities
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🌅 How will you celebrate #NationalTrailsDay this Saturday? Find a local event or create your own. Join @AmericanHiking and commit to leaving the trail and outdoor community better than you found it. americanhiking.org/national-…
#IcardMerrill #IMicardmerrill #takeahike #corpsponsor
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So cool! @TennStateParks celebrates #NationalTrailsDay with guided hikes, like history hikes and night hikes, at their 56 award-winning state parks. Admission is always free. But the parks and rec dept made an economic impact of $2.1 billion in 2021. bit.ly/3GCofOC