Publication Date: 05/06/2014

If you’re feeling cramped and like you don’t get to spend enough time outside, you’re not the only one! Nearly 3 in 10 U.S. adults do not spend time outside on a daily basis and of those who do, almost half spend less than 30 minutes in the fresh air according to a new survey released by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs. That’s why this July, Wheaton Park District and NRPA are challenging everyone to get out and visit their community parks and recreation during national Park and Recreation Month.

The Wheaton Park District encourages individuals, families, friends and coworkers to do something outside everyday that they would normally do inside. From picnicking in the park instead of sitting inside at a table to sending an email or even holding a meeting outside, there are small ways you can make going OUT part of your daily routine. The parks and facilities run by Wheaton Park District offer ample opportunities to go OUTside, get INspired, change your OUTlook and get INvolved.

In addition to getting involved in Park and Recreation Month locally, we encourage you to take the OUT is IN 31-day social media challenge on Twitter and Instagram by posting photos of you doing typical inside activities outside with the hashtag#JulyOUTisIN.

Please visit our event calendar for information about upcoming events that will be held outdoors.
The National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing park, recreation and conservation efforts that enhance quality of life for all people. Through its network of 40,000 recreation and park professionals and citizens, NRPA encourages the promotion of healthy and active lifestyles, conservation initiatives and equitable access to parks and public space. For more information, visit www.NRPA.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit www.nrpa.org/parks-recreation-magazine/.