🏃 Recreation Resources
Here are some local and national recreation resources.
🏞️ Local Programs
🤸 PlayEast
Recreation classes, camps, and clinics for East Multnomah County—includes soccer, art, dance, Lego Camps, Tae Kwon Do, and more. A collaboration between Fairview, Wood Village, and Gresham.
🧗 Troutdale Recreation Program
Seasonal guide with youth and family classes. Registration available by mail or online calendar.
🎯 Gresham Parks & Recreation
Multi-sports, youth leagues, Movies in the Park, climbing, senior dances, and agility training (PAAL).
🌳 Portland Parks & Recreation
Citywide recreational activities for all ages—from swimming and arts to adaptive and senior programs.
National Organizations
🌐 National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)
Leads community health and environmental resilience initiatives via parks and rec programs. Offers grants and training.
🏅 National Recreation Foundation
Supports physical activity and grassroots wellness programs through grants and partnerships.
🗺️ Recreation.gov
National gateway to reserve campsites, permits, and guided trips across multiple federal agencies.
🥾 National Trails System
Explore 1,300+ trails for hiking, biking, and paddling—ideal for civic and nature education.
🏕️ Trust for Public Land
Builds community parks and green spaces with programs like the “10‑Minute Walk” campaign.
⚽ National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS)
Advocates for youth sports, providing coaching standards, safety training, and program quality benchmarks.