NPS Centennial (2000s-2016)

A set of vocabulary flashcards derived from the NPS Centennial lecture notes, covering key initiatives and concepts related to national parks and public health.

Experience Your America

A traveling exhibit launched in 2006 to educate citizens about national parks.

Healthy Parks Healthy People

An initiative started in 2011 aiming to link parks with public health.

NPS Park Prescription Initiative

Programs where healthcare providers prescribe visits to parks as a health treatment.

A Call to Action

A 2011 initiative to advance the NPS towards a shared vision for its second century.

Urban Agenda

A 2015 initiative aimed at connecting urban communities with national parks.

Telling All Americans’ Stories

A 2016 initiative to celebrate diverse histories across the U.S.

Centennial Celebration Initiative

A celebration of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service in 2016.

Find Your Park

A public engagement campaign launched in 2016 to connect people with national parks.

Health prevention strategy

An approach linking parks with health improvements for communities.

Multicultural audiences

Diverse population groups targeted by the NPS to enhance inclusivity.

Ecotherapy

A therapeutic practice that uses nature and outdoor activities for health benefits.

Prescriptions programs

Healthcare initiatives where physical activity in parks is prescribed to patients.

Outdoor physical activity

Exercise performed outside, often linked to health improvements.

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

A prominent park that was added to the NPS by director George Hartzog.

Caucasian

Referring to the white racial demographic, often cited in discussions of park visitation.

Urban national parks

Parks located within metropolitan areas aimed at servicing urban populations.

Social/environmental ills

Problems that urban parks aim to resolve through community engagement.

Active play

Physical activities that foster children's development, highlighted in the Healthy Parks initiative.

Diverse history

The varied cultural backgrounds represented in America's historical narrative promoted by NPS.

Rebranding effort

An initiative to modernize and engage new audiences with the NPS.

Interactive exhibits

Displays designed to engage visitors directly, enhancing their learning experience.

Collaborative efforts

Partnerships between the NPS and local organizations to enhance park experiences.

Parks as healing tools

Concept of using nature and parks to improve health and wellbeing.

National Park Foundation

Partner organization that collaborates with NPS for the Centennial and beyond.

Sedentary lifestyle

A way of living that involves little physical activity, linked to health issues.

Chronic diseases

Long-lasting health conditions that can be influenced by lifestyle choices.

Civic engagement

Encouraging community participation in local parks and their programs.

Volunteerism

The practice of offering time and effort to support park initiatives.