Since 1985, July has been observed as Park and Recreation Month. This year’s theme is “Rock Your Park!” In line with this theme, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is encouraging people to show the country how parks and recreation make their lives extraordinary.
One activity that NRPA is offering during this year’s observance of Park and Recreation Month is the opportunity to demonstrate the power of parks and recreation through its 2011 “Rock Your Park” Flash Mob Contest (via YouTube). NRPA will choose one park and recreation agency and one citizen group as winners. For more information about this contest (including rules and official online entry form), please visit:
NRPA: "Rock Your Park" Flash Mob Contest
Another activity that NRPA is encouraging during Park and Recreation Month is to take the “Five in July Park Pledge.” There are five weekends in July 2011 (five Fridays, five Saturdays, and five Sundays). NRPA is encouraging people to create a healthy weekend habit by getting out to a park, trail, playground, swimming pool, natural area, or other public space every weekend.
As part of the process to encourage people to take this pledge, all individuals who sign the pledge will be eligible to win a free 8GB iPod Touch by random drawing.
For more information about the Five in July Park Pledge, please visit:
NRPA: Park and Recreation Month - 5 in July Pledge
Background information:
National Recreation and Park Association
NRPA: America's Backyard Initiative
Connecticut Recreation and Parks Association
Maine Recreation & Park Association
Massachusetts Recreation and Park Association
New Hampshire Recreation and Park Association
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