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Mar 13
📣 CALLING ALL PRESENTERS 📣
We're officially accepting proposals for ParkFest 2026 (October 27-29) and CampFest 2027 (February - dates TBD).
Both are sponsor-supported virtual conferences, offering free education for parks, rec, and camp pros across the U.S.
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At Finlay Park (in Columbia, S.C.), a park upgrade meant improving upon (and honoring) 170 years of history. Read "Reimagining A Civic Landmark" for the story: prbplus.com/reimagining-a-ci…
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Jun 15
Renovations aren't only about newness. See how @gametimeplay and Cunningham balanced competing priorities at Carol Fox Park: prbplus.com/carol-fox-park/
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Jun 12
In Jersey Village, Texas, Carol Fox Park needed an update. Read about the creative ways that the @gametimeplay and Cunningham design teams balanced modernity and history: prbplus.com/carol-fox-park/
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Jun 10
The mission is clear. Read "Safer Routes To Recreation Destinations" for the playbook: prbplus.com/safer-routes-to-…
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Jun 9
Regular contributor Brianne Sanchez recently stopped by Park People to discuss how national nonprofits are making paths to parks safer and more accessible.
Watch the full chat on YouTube: youtube.com/@prbmagazine
Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4qv…
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Jun 8
We can all agree — public parks are essential community infrastructure. But it isn't always easy to reach them.
In "Safer Routes To Recreation," regular contributor Brianne Sanchez highlights nonprofit groups that are tackling this issue head-on: prbplus.com/safer-routes-to-…
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Jun 5
For kids, sand invites freedom, creativity, and big-time memories. "Digging Into Sand Play" (with insights from @APEStudioPlay) is your guide to bringing timeless magic to your municipality. Read it here: prbplus.com/digging-into-san…
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Jun 4
If you're looking for a timeless way to add more fun to your local park, consider sand.
"Digging Into Sand Play" (by the team at @APEStudioPlay) has all the details about how to get started. Grab your shovels, then carve out time for this excellent story: prbplus.com/digging-into-san…
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Jun 3
Ask PRB is the ONLY AI agent custom-built for parks, rec, and camp.
It's gated, meaning it's cut-off from the rest of the web and powered by 30 years of PRB journalism and thought leadership.
When you Ask PRB , you'll get answers you can trust: prbplus.com
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Jun 2
Sarah Veader of @churchmutual joined Park People to chat about the good, bad, and ugly of device policies in camp and rec programs. It's a must-listen.
Watch the full chat on YouTube: youtu.be/c7T5fu2W6lk?si=AVY0…
Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/7tk…
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Jun 1
PRB June is here!
This is our annual Design Issue, one we're celebrating inside and out. The vibrant, special-edition cover (by Chalk & Cloud Murals) is a tribute to all the summer park activities made possible by folks in parks, rec, and camp.
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Jun 1
Inside, you'll find stories about engineered shade solutions, sand play, circuit playground design, and much, much more.
It's the same originalism journalism you know and love — just with a fresh coat of paint. Start reading here: prbplus.com/issue-archive/
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May 29
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Our annual Design edition arrives June 1, with a special limited-run cover and postcard in tow. For the latest, keep an eye on prbplus.com.
Photo courtesy of @PlayLSI.
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May 28
ICYMI #2 of 2: It's a hot topic at youth summer camps — what's the best way to handle smartphone use? Sarah Veader of @churchmutual explores the good, bad, and ugly of cell phone policies in "Cell Phones Out, Safety In?": prbplus.com/cell-phones-out-…
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May 27
ICYMI #1 of 2: Rich Albright of PlayPower offers sharp guidance for creating multigenerational playgrounds in "Designing For All Ages": prbplus.com/designing-for-al…
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May 26
Brigitte Thomas and Haley Ragan of Liberty, MO Parks & Rec recently joined Park People to highlight the breadth of activities for older adults at the Silver Center.
Watch their chat on YouTube: youtu.be/ipaGBbnQ9tg?si=YPhI…
Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4jp…
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May 26
Read "The Amazing Gift Of Aging" (in PRB May) here: prbplus.com/the-amazing-gift…
And extra special thanks to this month's Park People sponsor, @BurkePlayground!
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May 25
For many of us, Memorial Day ushers in a flurry of activity in our parks and other shared public spaces. But also, whether you're managing an uptick in park visits or enjoying the long weekend, it's a moment to remember those who've made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms.
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May 22
In "The Amazing Gift Of Aging" Haley Ragan details the many ways that the Silver Center (Liberty, MO) is making a difference in the lives of older residents: prbplus.com/the-amazing-gift…
#OlderAmericansMonth
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May 21
At Liberty, MO Parks & Rec, the Silver Center offers a diversity of programming options for older adults, ensuring that all residents are cared for and equipped with tools for lifelong success. Read "The Amazing Gift Of Aging" for the story: prbplus.com/the-amazing-gift…
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