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Parks have become a safe-haven for people looking for a
place to exercise, relax or simply enjoy a change of scenery. As we transition
into summer, prepare to take extra precautions to remind your visitors of
social distancing regulations and best-practices. Add the exclusive “pet waste
bandit signs” from Pet Waste Eliminator throughout your park as a constant
reminder.
Public parks have been an invaluable outlet during the COVID-19 pandemic, and as communities around the nation prepare to reopen, this surge in traffic will likely continue. Parks will continue to see an influx of people exercising, socializing and enjoying the weather since social distancing is the new normal. Make sure your park is prepared to safely welcome visitors in the coming weeks.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Earth
Day, an environmental movement created to educate the public on the importance
of protecting and preserving our planet. This Earth Day take a step in the
right direction by focusing on easy sustainability practices that will help
reduce your carbon footprint, and maybe even save money in the process. Here
are our top tips:
Have you upgraded to Pet Waste Eliminator’s new Die Cut
Metal Pet Waste Stations? Here’s what you need to know.
Operating a public park is an expensive undertaking for those
who rely on grants, sponsorships, in-kind donations and city or federal funding
to operate. It’s important to seize every fundraising and sponsorship
opportunity regardless of the size, as several small donations can make a large
difference over time.
The old saying “build it and they will come” no longer applies. How often do you see dog waste in the park even though there are “enough” pet waste stations to go around?
Celebrate “America Recycles Day” this and every Nov. 15 by reevaluating your parks recycling program and finding smart ways to reduce your overall carbon footprint while increasing buy-in from park visitors
Whether you’re planning a new dog park or currently have one
in your park, it’s important to think about the local regulations and
requirements of dog owners. Make sure you have a safety plan in place to reduce
the opportunity for incidents while dogs and their families are at play.
October is observed as national fire prevention month to educate the public and raise awareness of the importance of fire safety.
Once the temperatures drop you may find it difficult to attract visitors to your park. Attracting new visitors can be as simple as offering a fun and diverse line-up of programs to pique their interest.
Here are some action-packed events you can host this coming fall season.
