Celebrate Park And Recreation Professionals Day July 17!

July is Park and Recreation Month across the nation. Here in Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society honors those who work tirelessly behind the scenes to provide the parks and recreation programs and facilities that we enjoy every day. 

Join in celebrating Park and Recreation Professionals Day on July 17, to honor those who plan, provide, and operate our parks, trails, programs, and facilities for all our citizens.

There are over 6,000 local parks, 125 state parks and more than 14,000 miles of trails in Pennsylvania that all have recreational professionals and rangers to help you enjoy a rewarding and safe visit.

If you love parks and support your local professionals, share the love on social media channels using the hashtags #ParkandRecDay. #GoodforPA

To learn more, visit the PRPS Park and Recreation Professionals Day webpage.

Visit Explore PA Trails and Get Outdoors PA for recreation areas near you.

Visit the PA Parks & Forests Foundation’s Events webpage and DCNR’s Calendar of Events for activities happening near you.

The Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society is the principal statewide association providing professional development, leadership, advocacy and resources for those working and volunteering in the parks and recreation field.

[Posted: June 30, 2026]  PA Environment Digest