From school campuses to elaborate horticultural parks and beyond, grounds managers continue to find ways to maintain and improve the landscape while limiting their environmental footprint.

Community gardens don't just offer local residents a place to grow their own produce, they also can help address food insecurity in the areas they serve.

Navigating Staffing Challenges 

Like most organizations in the wake of the pandemic and the so-called "Great Resignation," recreation, sports and fitness facilities have been struggling with staffing challenges. Here we talked to some savvy professionals to find out how they're navigating these changes.

Aquatic facilities are continually adjusting their programming lineup to reach a diverse array of community members with fun, fitness, competition and more. Here’s how to expand your programming lineup with the latest and greatest new ideas.

Aquatic Renovations Bring New Life to Old Pools

For communities, schools, fitness clubs, camps, hotels and other entities that have existing pools that may be outdated or simply worn out, there are smart renovation strategies that can breathe new life into these perceived relics.

Landscape Design Aligns Community Wants With Nature's Needs

Landscape architects and park designers continue to find new and innovative ways to conserve land while increasing recreation programming in communities across the country.

Climbing, Challenge Courses, Ninja Courses & More

Climbing gyms fared better in the pandemic than many other facilities, and adventure-related additions to parks and rec facilities have been taking off. Whether you’re adding climbing walls, challenge and ropes courses, ninja courses or zip lines, here’s a look at some basics.

Attract Visitors & Community Members With Destination Playgrounds

Sometimes you want to create a play experience with a little more bang—a place that might offer a variety of play amenities plus other activities: a destination playground.

As people return to in-person workouts and sports, some trends in the locker room have become best practices, while new trends have emerged. Here's an overview of savvy locker room design strategies.

Public art should be representative of the community where it is installed, which is why it is crucial to ensure your public art programs welcome a variety of voices and styles. Learn more about how to expand the scope of public art.