Stories

  • Jun 29, 2017

    City Parks: Important Foundation for Youth

    Catherine Nagel, City Parks Alliance

    Neighborhood parks are a portal to experiencing the natural world, a community hub for families and neighbors, and a place for outdoor learning.

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  • Jun 16, 2017

    The Power of City Parks

    Catherine Nagel, City Parks Alliance

    City parks are an important part of everyday life and provide public health, environmental, and economic value.

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  • Nov 14, 2016

    The Neighborhood Park: An Underused Oasis

    Catherine Nagel, City Parks AllianceDeborah Cohen

    The average neighborhood park is underused, but modest updates can lead more people to engage in routine physical activity and enjoy healthier lives.

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  • Oct 1, 2016

    The First National Study of Neighborhood Parks

    American Journal of Preventative Medicine

    Neighborhood parks support leisure-time physical activity, yet most Americans do not meet national guidelines for physical activity.

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