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The Project Of The Century
Redeveloping a World War II-era military base in the center of a major urban area into a 21st-century metropolitan park is no easy task. But after five years of planning and initial development, the Orange County Great Park in Irvine, … Continue reading
Riverfront Roots
Imagine standing under a pavilion looking out on the Mississippi River. As the city noise fades into the background, the sound of lapping waves tickle your ears and the wind dances across your face. Walking onto the “lookout,” you notice … Continue reading
Texas Park Earns Award
Central Park in Grand Prairie, Texas, is the winner of the 2011 Planning Excellence Award from the Texas Recreation and Park Society. Each year, TRAPS recognizes one park or recreation planning project (master/strategic plan) that displays a high degree of … Continue reading
NYC Parks Video
This is a long video, but worth the time! Watch the full episode. See more THIRTEEN Series. “Olmsted and America’s Urban Parks,” from PBS’ THIRTEEN Series, is the story of the creation of America’s first great city parks in the … Continue reading
Synthetic Turf Field Contest
Behind every synthetic turf field, park or installation, there could be a sports team winning against the odds, kids improving their fitness and self-esteem, or a community hosting a local Special Olympics event. The Synthetic Turf Council recognizes these powerful … Continue reading