July 2023 is many things to many people – hot weather, the height of summer break from school, a time to go on vacation. To the National Recreation and Park Association, July Is Park and Recreation Month, a tradition launched in 1985. Both the Florida Recreation and Park Association and Broward County Parks have long supported the initiative by reminding people of the benefits of parks and recreation. This year's theme is "Where Community Grows." Every day in communities across the country, more than 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals, along with hundreds of thousands of part-time and seasonal workers and volunteers, such as our staff at Broward County Parks and Recreation, maintain our country's local, state, and community parks.
Parks are at the center of so many experiences and memories — moments that park and recreation professionals help make happen. Our local parks are often our first experiences in nature, our introduction to a favorite hobby or physical activity. They are places to gather with friends and family, spaces to celebrate life’s special moments, spots of respite and healing, sites that connect us with essential community services, and so much more.
In Broward County, you can celebrate Park and Recreation Month by enjoying our facilities and amenities. Thanks to the Broward County Board of County Commissioners, the regional holiday park fee of $1.50/person will be waived on July 4! We encourage everyone to come create their own park and recreation story with us this July and share it on social media at #WhereCommunityGrows!
