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.NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Memorial Park Project revitalizes a community space in Cupertino
LaVoz News
Cupertino city organizers held a Zoom event on Feb. 9 to explain their future plans to improve Memorial Park and to get more feedback from community members regarding the proposed plans.
Memorial Park Specific Planning Project is a group of city council members spearheading these changes. Project leader Casy Chase explained what the main objectives were to the event’s attendees.
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San Clemente launches outreach, new subcommittee looking at sand erosion issues
The Orange County Register
San Clemente is ramping up efforts to find sand solutions for its quickly eroding beaches, an ongoing problem threatening the coastal town’s valuable resource and recreation space.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has a project 20 years in the planning gearing up in San Clemente, with work expected to start this fall to add 250,000 cubic yards of sand between Linda Lane and T-Street beaches.
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More pickleball courts coming soon, starting at DeForest Park, city says
Long Beach Post
By sometime this spring, Long Beach should have dozens more courts available for pickleball, the social sport that’s exploded in popularity in recent years. Some city facilities will have existing tennis courts restriped so either sport could be played, and at least two sites—DeForest and Veterans parks—will gain dedicated pickleball courts in the next couple of months, city Parks, Recreation and Marine Director Brent Dennis said.
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NOR Parks District's 'Robots 4 Tots' event coming to Oildale
KERO-TV
he North of the River Recreation and Park District is preparing to host the annual Robots 4 Tots event at the Riverview Community Center.
For 13 years, the Robots 4 Tots program has introduced preschool-age children in the Oildale community and their families to robotics and other STEM concepts.
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.RESOURCES
Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Application Process
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Deadline: June 15, 2023
$6.7 million will be selected to schedule projects for 2024-26 federal funding and funds that may become available from withdrawn projects or projects completed under budget. Applications must be submitted online before 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 15, 2023.
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Habitat Conservation Fund (HCF)
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Join us for a live Q&A session that will be held on March 9, 2023 where applicants will be able to ask questions related to the various categories. Pre-recorded Application Tutorial videos are posted below under each category; please view the category video(s) prior to March 9th.
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Parks, rivers, lakes: Nature's great stress relievers
HealthDay News via Star Local Media
Living closer to outdoor spaces and natural water may be better for your mental health, researchers say.
A new study finds that close proximity to nature may reduce an older person’s risk for serious psychological distress. That distress can lead to mild impairment of thinking and memory, as well as dementia.
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.EDUCATION
CONNECTIONS CPRS Conference & Expo
CPRS
April 3-6. 2023
San Diego, CA
We are excited to see you at 2023 CONNECTIONS at the San Diego Convention Center! New conference dates, Monday-Thursday!!!
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Administrators Section & CFPR Recognition Brunch
CPRS
Wednesday, April 5
10:45am - 12:00pm
Immediately following the General Session, join the Admin Section and the California Foundation for Parks and Recreation (CFPR) as they come together to host a brunch. This special engagement will include a meet and greet with keynote speaker Steven Dinkin, President of the National Conflict Resolution Center, inspiring CFPR Awards and an Admin Section General Membership Meeting.
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Playground Safety Inspector Course (CPSI)
CPRS
Playing outdoors is a major component in the health and wellness of our children. And it is our responsibility to ensure safe, enjoyable play areas for all. CPRS, in conjunction with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) are offering the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) course and certification to properly train and certify you and your staff to recognize and prevent potential playground hazards. Courses are designed for park and recreation staff, school districts, childcare facilities, health departments, landscape architects, playground manufacturers, installers, contractors, insurance firms, homeowners' associations and more.
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