Resource Library

RRS makes a range of resources available to assist parks and recreation professionals and the communities they serve. The library hosts applied research, reports & studies, as well as presentations from educational sessions. Topic areas represent customer inquiries and trends impacting our profession.

Select topic areas below to learn more

State of Recreation in NC

Annual Municipal and County Parks and Recreation Services Study Executive Reports

Workshop Resources

Presentation documents and resources from Conference and Workshops

Native Plants in NC

Learn about native plants, NC policies and how to make appropriate selections for your park

Accessibility and Inclusion

Ensure you are hitting the mark for your parks & programs

Community Engagement

How to best engage your communities and leverage the data for park and recreation operations

Trails

All about paddle, hiking, mountain bikes & equestrian trail use and users; funding and maintenance

Disaster Recovery

Resources related to Helene, and other preparation materials to be ready for natural disasters

Park Maintenance

Maintenance management is vital to maintain visitor satisfaction, provide safe conditions and prolong park facilities

Playground Safety & Access

How to to implement inspections to keep your playground safe; inspection process and training; accessibility requirements

Technology for Parks

Innovative technology for your park facilities, staff and park visitors

Citizen Advisory Boards

Why your community needs a citizen advisory board