This Earth Month, we’re celebrating parks and recreation as a climate hero! From protecting natural resources to providing environmentally sustainable solutions and supporting emergency preparedness response efforts, parks help safeguard our planet, starting in our communities.
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in the April issue of Parks & Recreation magazine to learn more about the many roles parks and recreation plays in protecting resources for the future.
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Join the celebration by tagging NRPA in your Earth Month social media posts and using the hashtag #NRPAEarthMonth.
Park and recreation agencies play a vital role in protecting and managing natural resources. Thriving natural spaces enhance community well-being, offering physical and mental health benefits while preserving biodiversity. By safeguarding these spaces, we ensure future generations can enjoy them and develop a lifelong connection to nature.
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Pictured: Naturalizing part of the parks in Louisville, Kentucky, saves costs while cleaning groundwater heading to the Ohio River. Photo Credit: Subhajeet Ghose
Climate-ready parks provide safe, cost-effective and sustainable environmental solutions to our changing environment. Parks can improve air and water quality, enhance stormwater management, mitigate carbon and reduce heat island effects. Let’s use the power of nature to help communities thrive!
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Park and recreation agencies are at the forefront of their communities’ emergency preparedness and response efforts. Not only do they support nature-based solutions that mitigate climate-related weather threats, but they also transform recreation centers into emergency shelters, mobilize resources and support cleanup efforts, acting as a community leader in times of crisis.
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