Publications

NRPA offers printed and digital publications on every aspect of parks and recreation. 

Parks & Recreation Magazine

NRPA's monthly member magazine informs, motivates and inspires professionals, civic leaders and citizens to elevate the value of parks and recreation as a public service.  To view the latest, free digital edition, click here.

NRPA Newsletters

For questions about how to subscribe to or advertise in NRPA's electronic newsletters, contact Amy Kapp at 703.858.2151.

Parks and Recreation Weekly

Created specifically for leaders and advocates in our community, the Parks and Recreation Weekly News Brief delivers news and information from national, state, local and industry sources right to your inbox.  

To begin receiving this free e-mail publication every Tuesday, sign up here. 

NRPA Express

The NRPA Express is a monthly membership publication, which delivers the latest news and information about upcoming events, research projects, educational opportunities, grants, and initiatives about NRPA and the parks and recreation community.

From targeted publications to scholarly texts written by the brightest minds in the business, NRPA has the titles to help you get the job done. Please browse our Online Store.

Journals

Journal of Leisure Research- devoted to original investigations that contribute new knowledge and understanding to the field of leisure studies. 

Therapeutic Recreation Journal - The Therapeutic Recreation Journal (TRJ) is a quarterly research journal devoted to publishing scholarly and substantive manuscripts in the field of therapeutic recreation. 

Annual Publications

Schole - an official refereed publication which aims to disseminate knowledge related to park and recreation courses, curricula and teaching.