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History of National Recreation and Parks Month July as Recreation and Parks Month Since 1985, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has designated the month of July as Recreation and Parks Month. Recreation facilities and parks across the country annually use July to celebrate the kick off of summer programming as well as a time to pull their communities together to volunteer, get involved in great outdoor physical activities and advocate for parks and recreation. Research shows that 75% of Americans live within two miles of a public park or recreation facility. And, more than 75% of the population takes advantage of their local parks and recreation facilities-this amounts to a staggering 192 million people visiting annually. As part of a summer full of nationwide activities and community celebrations, help NRPA celebrate this month that highlights the hard work and dedication of park and recreation supporters across the country, and the joy that comes from our places and spaces. Community support for parks and recreation services is vital to their existence, and NRPA encourages citizens to lend a hand to their local agencies through volunteer efforts. For more information on volunteering please call the Office of Parks and Recreation at (510) 238-7275. For more information on Recreation and Parks Month visit www.nrpa.org. The National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing park, recreation and conservation efforts that enhance quality of life for all people. Through its network of more than 19,000 recreation and park professionals and citizens, NRPA encourages the promotion of healthy lifestyles, recreation initiatives, and conservation of natural and cultural resources. Headquartered in Ashburn, Va., NRPA works closely with local, state, and national recreation and park agencies, citizen groups and corporations to carry out its objectives. Priorities include advocating favorable legislation and public policy; continuing education for park and recreation professionals and citizens; providing professional certification, university accreditation, research and technical assistance; and increasing public awareness of the importance of parks and recreation. For more information, visit www.nrpa.org. |
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