Recreation Resources

🏃 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.