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July 13, 2012: Studies show that one in 88 children will develop an Autistic Spectrum Disorder by the age of eight. At The Trust for Public Land, we’re learning firsthand that the built environment, in particular, playgrounds, can enrich the lives of these children. read more »
July 13, 2012: New Freedom Park, a community-named place where families can grow fresh food, children can play safely, and neighbors can gather. read more »
July 13, 2012: Residents of St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands fall into two groups that typically keep to their own: the West Indian natives and the transplanted mainlanders, colloquially known as “continentals.” Though separated by culture, the two groups do have a few things in common, a deep love for the beauty of St. John, and a love of dogs. read more »
July 13, 2012: If you’re like many Americans, some of your fondest childhood memories happened at summer camp. Unfortunately, traditional camping organizations are finding their programs increasingly under threat. read more »
July 10, 2012: It’s virtually impossible to drive the winding stretch of Highway 1 in Central California without marveling at the magnificence of the coast. read more »
June 25, 2012: A conversation with California health crusader Richard Jackson, who is connecting the dots between lack of access to green space and a growing list of physical and mental health issues. read more »
June 20, 2012: After a stroke robbed him of his sight and independence, Vietnam veteran Michael Perryman began to lose weight and strength quickly and was always tired. read more »
June 12, 2012: We think everyone, in every city, should live within a 10-minute walk of a park or green space. To make that goal a reality, we designed ParkScore, a tool to help identify the communities in most need of park development. read more »
June 12, 2012: Kids today are more isolated and indoor-oriented than ever. And, as a host of new studies show, this collective “nature deficit” is taking a steep toll on children’s health. read more »
June 12, 2012: We weren’t content to just help the people of Crested Butte, Colorado protect the natural backdrop of their idyllic mountain town. We wanted to help them enjoy it, too. read more »
