Library Class and Subject Guides: Recreation and Parks Leadership Studies: Web Sites

National Recreation and Parks Association

National Recreation and Park Association
Provides RPLS professionals, students, and the general public with research. Information on careers, grants and statistics are included.
NRPA Research Reports
NRPA Park Metrics
Databases and reports comparing agency statistics. Free login required for some data.

City Parks Forum from American Planning Association
Reports and case studies about improving city parks.
Resources for the Future
RFF provides reports on current demands and future trends to help professionals with funding
UN Tourism Statistics Database