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A Research Roadmap for Bringing Nature to Schools

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Sep 27, 2021

5 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in North Carolina Without the Crowds

From Carvers Creek State Park to Jordan Lake Educational State Forest, North Carolina is home to a variety of crowd-free destinations that are sure to provide a good show of fall color.
Woman and child walking in a park - 4 Low-Cost Ways To Create Safe Public Spaces Where All Kids Can Play - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 6, 2021

4 Low-Cost Ways To Create Safe Public Spaces Where All Kids Can Play

NC State associate professor Aaron Hipp and other experts describe four ways for communities to create opportunities for more play for children.
A female hunter - The Next Generation of Hunters Could Look Different - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

May 12, 2021

The Next Generation of Hunters Could Look Different

A new survey led by NC State researchers found a diverse group of potential hunters in a survey of college students.
Muddy Sneakers program uses the outdoors to engage kids in science.

Apr 8, 2021

For Girls, Learning Science Outside Linked to Better Grades, Knowledge

NC State researchers found an outdoor science program was linked to higher average grades and an increase in a measure of science knowledge for a group of fifth grade girls in North Carolina.
Kids playing at sunset - For Teens, Outdoor Recreation During the Pandemic Linked to Improved Well-Being - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Mar 15, 2021

For Teens, Outdoor Recreation During the Pandemic Linked to Improved Well-Being

A study from North Carolina State University found outdoor play and nature-based activities helped buffer some of the negative mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic for adolescents.
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Dec 9, 2020

NC State Assistant Professor Wins ‘Best Research Paper’ Award from Prestigious Journal

The paper highlights the life of Ada McKinley, a Black social reformer and racial justice advocate in Chicago, and her impact on the parks and recreation movement.

The Arthur family arrives in Chicago - Study Spotlights Black Social Reformer, Parks and Rec Pioneer, on Chicago's South Side - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 8, 2020

Study Spotlights Black Social Reformer, Parks and Rec Pioneer, on Chicago’s South Side

In a new paper, researchers highlight the contributions of Ada S. McKinley to the parks and recreation and settlement house movements.
Alumni Profile: Diquan Edmonds is Working to Improve Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Parks and Recreation, College of Natural Resources, Diquan Edmonds, feature

Nov 10, 2020

Diquan Edmonds is Working to Improve Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Parks and Recreation

Diquan hopes to see traditionally underserved communities reconnect with the outdoors.
A waterfall in the forest - Historic Act Provides Funding for Parks and Conservation - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 5, 2020

Historic Act Provides Funding for Parks and Conservation

A new law will drastically improve parks and open spaces across the United States.
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Jul 23, 2020

A Research Roadmap for Bringing Nature to Schools

Green schoolyards could be a huge boost for kids. These researchers want to prove it.