The Georgia Shape initiative was recently launched in efforts to combat high obesity rates in Georgia. The Georgia Shape website provides resources for families, schools, and students so that they can take action in the fight against childhood obesity. ...
Read MoreAccording to this fact sheet only 10% of Virginia's elementary schools provide 30 minutes of physical education per day. Physical activity is currently not a requirement in Virginia schools, and while some may worry about finding time for physical education, studies have shown that it improves academic performance and overall health. ...
Read MoreA summary of the 2011 Green Access and Equity for Southern California ...
Read MoreView green access reports for communities in Southern California. This site contains a comprehensive report for Southern California, and individual reports for the following counties: Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County, San Bernardino County, San Diego County, Riverside County, Kern County, Santa Barbara County, and Imperial County. Reports are available both in English and ...
Read MoreBanner made to show students what the signs meant./SALUDcontent/Green Is Go ...
Read MoreThis project summary provides an overview of the work done by Seattle Neighborhood Greenways during 2012. Goals, objectives, partnerships, maps, and cultural diversity, are among the topics addressed in this document. ...
Read MoreThe text of the Grocery Store Policy General Plan and the new amendments that would make it easier for corner stores to carry fresh produce and begin to eliminate food deserts in the City of Santa ...
Read MoreIn this article Texas state Rep. Lyle Larson talks about the need to preserve the Texas park system. He also discusses the need to restore integrity to the the Texas budgeting system, which has created gaps for park funding. Rep. Larson refers to HB 105, HB 162, HJR 40 which were filed to ensure that 94% of the proceeds from the sporting goods tax go to park funds. The Senate version of these bills are SB 175 and SJR 17, and were filed by Sen. Craig Estes. ...
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