We're hiring! Join Safe Routes Partnership as a Technical Assistance Manager – California. Application deadline is Thursday, October 21. More info: bit.ly/3mezzH6

Plan ahead! In early 2022, ODOT will solicit proposals for $27 million in Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Construction and Education grants. Join a virtual workshop on Jan. 18, 2022 to learn more: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Are you interested in learning more about how to increase and improve access to parks in your community? Take advantage of free technical assistance for Oregon communities by Safe Routes Partnership and the Oregon Health Authority bit.ly/3BTrxtm

People with Diabetes taking 30-minute walks in a green space can lower their blood glucose levels. Come out to your local park and celebrate National Take a Hike Day! bit.ly/3meXg3q

DYK Safe Routes to Parks planning often creates more green spaces & infrastructure in and around parks, which can improve mental health? Learn how a Northeast Portland residents designed a wayfinding system pointing toward five Cully greenspaces at bit.ly/3meXg3q.

Reduce barriers to park access and help diversify and reimagine your local park’s use for people of all races, genders, ages, income levels, & abilities! Safe Routes to Parks = equitable outcomes. Learn more about Safe Routes to Parks at bit.ly/3meXg3q.

Sign up for Walk With Ease to start your walking plan and stay active through the holidays!

Want safer routes to parks? Engage community members to identify safety threats in and around parks. Community-led initiatives lead to long-term ownership of efforts and safety. Check out this interactive map Living Cully Walks created of their projects bit.ly/3EGj6mW

Could you use an extra set of hands to make parks and green spaces safer, more equitable, and more accessible? Take advantage of free technical assistance for Oregon communities by Safe Routes Partnership and the Oregon Health Authority bit.ly/3BTrxtm

Parks and recreation agencies can support the overall health and wellbeing of older adults by making their facilities and programming more accessible via Safe Routes to Parks. Learn more about Safe Routes to Parks at bit.ly/3meXg3q.

Time spent in nature is vital in improving the psychological well-being and cognitive functioning of our youth. Safe Routes to Parks helps provide this access to the outdoors. Learn how Beaverton, OR built coordination between parks and schools at bit.ly/3meXg3q

Want to improve park access in your community but don’t know where to start? Communities in Oregon can take advantage of free one-on-one coaching and support from Safe Routes Partnership. Find out more at bit.ly/3BTrxtm

Not only are parks great for those romantic walks, but they’re also a great place to get exercise. And exercise is one of the most important things you can do to keep your heart healthy. Love your heart this Valentine’s Day and head to the park! bit.ly/3meXg3q

Address health disparities in your local community with Safe Routes to Parks through ideas like culturally-sensitive recreational programming and park-based community gardens. See how CAN DO Houston used walk audits to increase park access in this toolkit bit.ly/3meXg3q.

Interested in learning more about how to increase and improve access to parks in your community? Safe Routes Partnership is offering free one-on-one coaching to assist Oregon communities. Find out more at bit.ly/3BTrxtm

Happy National Day of Unplugging! Parks help kids move more and stay healthy. How do your kids like to unplug and get active? #Parks4Health bit.ly/3meXg3q

Safe Routes to Parks can save money while improving mental and physical health. Oregon benefitted from $1.4 billion in health care savings in 2018 (3.6% of state healthcare costs) from outdoor physical activity! Learn more about Safe Routes to Parks at bit.ly/3meXg3q.

Does your community have a 10-minute walking goal? Safe Routes to Parks efforts help communities reach these goals by reducing distance & barriers between where people live and recreate. Learn more about Safe Routes to Parks at bit.ly/3meXg3q.

It’s Take a Walk in the Park Day! Money spent on trails can reduce medical costs. What’s your favorite park to visit? #Parks4Health bit.ly/3meXg3q

DYK Safe Routes to Parks planning often involves creating more green spaces and infrastructure in and around parks? More green spaces = greater physical mental health outcomes. Win win! Learn more about Safe Routes to Parks at bit.ly/3meXg3q.