for Family Fitness! Learn more at nrpa.org/familyfitness Studies show that community parks and recreation, green space and time outdoors are critical for creating healthy, active and sustainable communities. June 9 is Family Health & Fitness Day, but you can experience these healthy benefits by visiting your community parks and recreation any time of the year. Did you know.. Living close to parks and recreation facilities is consistently related to higher physical activity levels for both adults and youth On average, children who live in greener environments weigh less than children who live in less green areas. Between 2000 and 2012, over 85 published studies have linked parks to better physical and mental health Join us for Walk with a Doc on June 21! Groups leave at 5:30 p.m. from Ellensburg's Rotary Park and the Cle Elum Walking Path. It's free, and everyone is welcome! Kittitas Valley Healthcare Your Home for Health