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Foundations of Parks and Recreation Flashcards

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  1. Which professional organization sets standards and advocates for the parks and recreation profession in the United States?

    Answer: NRPA (National Recreation and Park Association)

    NRPA is the primary national professional organization for parks and recreation professionals, setting standards and advocating for the field.

  2. What concept describes the total economic value that parks provide to communities beyond direct user fees?

    Answer: Social return on investment

    Social return on investment (SROI) captures the full range of social, environmental, and economic benefits that parks provide to communities.

  3. Which document typically guides long-range planning for parks and recreation systems?

    Answer: Parks and Recreation Master Plan

    A Parks and Recreation Master Plan is the comprehensive long-range planning document that guides system development over a 10-20 year horizon.

  4. What does the term "carrying capacity" refer to in recreation resource management?

    Answer: The maximum use level a resource can sustain without unacceptable impacts

    Carrying capacity is the level of use that a recreation resource can accommodate while maintaining acceptable ecological and experiential conditions.

  5. Which equity principle holds that recreation services should be distributed based on the greatest need?

    Answer: Compensatory equity

    Compensatory equity directs more resources to underserved populations and areas with the greatest need for recreation services.

  6. What is the primary benefit of accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA)?

    Answer: Demonstrates adherence to national standards of excellence

    CAPRA accreditation demonstrates that a parks and recreation agency meets national standards of excellence in operations, management, and service delivery.