The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service and the Department of the Interior’s National Park Service (NPS) are seeking public input on proposed guidance that would guide agency personnel in managing climbing opportunities on national forests, grasslands and parks.

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released new data showcasing the tremendous impact of outdoor recreation on America’s economy.

The American Council on Exercise (ACE) introduced the Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course, a comprehensive online and self-paced certificate program that addresses health and fitness industry staffing concerns around hiring qualified employees. 

Peanuts Worldwide is entering into a multi-year partnership with YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) -- the national resource office for the 2,500+ Ys across the country --   to increase summer camp access, innovative conservation programs, and camp leadership development for children across the U.S. and internationally. 

Trust for Public Land (TPL) welcomes a second cohort of U.S. cities to receive support from the 10-Minute Walk® Park Equity Accelerator.

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the nation’s leading advocate for parks and recreation, announced three additional members to its 2023-2024 Board of Directors. 

Ballots have been tallied from election day and voters have made it clear— state parks matter to the people of Texas. Proposition 14, which creates the Centennial Parks Conservation Fund, passed with overwhelming support from Texas voters.

The National Park Foundation (NPF) announced that 99 Open OutDoors for Kids grantees will receive a combined $4.4 million dollars in funding during the 2023-2024 school year.

USA Swimming announced the addition of the Head Coach Certification Program to USA Swimming University.

In a strong show of support for environment, voters across the nation approved critical ballot measures funding parks and conservation in the November 2023 Election.