New Secretary of Interior Jewell ” Big Believer in LWCF State Assistance”

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Written by: Joel Pannell, Advocacy and Outreach Specialist, National Recreation and Park Association Last Tuesday NRPA President and CEO, Barbara Tulipane, met with the new Secretary for the Department of Interior (DOI), Sally Jewell, to discuss the federal agency’s role in championing community parks. NRPA has an enduring interest in cultivating a relationship with any DOI […]

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Research shows living near parks make a difference

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Thanks to SORP for publishing the following: Living Near a Green Park; The “Life-Satisfaction” Factor Courtesy of the Bird Education Network by Paul Baicich Living near a park — an urban park with green space, one that is nature-filled and bird-filled — can make a difference in lowering mental distress and raising a feeling of […]

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