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An aerial view of the new Free Fall Actions Sports Skatepark in Quakertown, PA

New Skateparks in Pennsylvania

Back in the day, the local “skateboard park” was an empty parking lot. School property after class was dismissed. Bank parking lots on a Sunday.

The view of a meteor shower from the ground of a local Pennsylvania park

Enjoy the State’s Best Meteor Shower of the Year

The dog days of summer bring lots of heat and humidity to our great state. They also give us a terrific view of one of

Children enjoying ice cream treats at a local Pennsylvania park

Road Tripping for Parks, Playgrounds and Ice Cream

We all know that summertime is the perfect time to enjoy the warm weather and hit the local parks for fun, play, fitness and general

Children developing their skills on a playground at a local Pennsylvania park

Parks and Recreation Supports Human Development

In previous blogs, we’ve demonstrated the many ways parks and recreation programs help promote health and wellness and fosters social cohesiveness. But there are so

Neighbors building a better community through activities at a local PA park

Parks and Recreation Supports The Economic Vitality of Communities

Building a strong sense of community and boosting health and wellness through the many outdoor activities, events, and programs they offer are just two of

Friends raising their hands in the air looking at the sunset together

Parks and Recreation Fosters Social Cohesiveness

You may be familiar with the term “social cohesion” but you may not know exactly what it means. Social cohesion essentially refers to the connectedness