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Youth Mental Health in 2021: Where Do We Go From Here?

February 23, 2021 covid-19, mental health support, pandemic, time outside, youth mental health, youth recreation

The pandemic has been hard on everyone. In addition to implications for the physical wellbeing of those who contract COVID-19 and widespread economic repercussions, we are also seeing declines in mental health. While

A lonely park bench somewhere (source: Pixabay)

Can I Visit the Park While Social Distancing?

June 3, 2020 nature, NRPA, pandemic, recreation, youth

A New York Times article covered an issue on many Americans’ minds. That is, can we exercise outside while still social distancing? Health professionals and scientists weighed in to give us the answers to these

We Need Nature and Recreation During the COVID-19 Pandemic

March 28, 2020 biological anthropologist, Children & Nature Network, coronavirus, COVID-19, National Recreation and Park Association, nature, Nature, Culture and Human Health Network, Northwestern University, NRPA, outdoors, pandemic, Pritzker, recreation, shelter-in-place, Teresa H Horton

The arrival of coronavirus on our shores has resulted in an enormous upheaval of our everyday lives. It's never been more important for us to stay active and find respite outdoors. As an expert on the human health

Sophie Twichell, NRF's Executive Director

Response to Covid-19 Pandemic

March 24, 2020 coronavirus, COVID-19, National Recreation Foundation, pandemic, Sophie Twichell

Dear NRF Grantees, As our world grapples with the unprecedented challenges presented by COVID-19, we want to express our deep concern and support for our grantees. Please know how grateful the National Recreation