As climate change accelerates, cities must embrace water as a resource rather than a challenge. This session features Kotchakorn Voraakhom (Thailand) and Herbert Dreiseitl (Germany), two global leaders in landscape architecture redefining urban water management. Voraakhom explores Bangkok’s flood resilience and water governance, while Dreiseitl shares his visionary approach to blue-green infrastructure and climate-adaptive design. Through compelling case studies, this session highlights how nature-based solutions can transform cities into more resilient, sustainable environments. PlayCore is honored to partner with The Cultural Landscape Foundation on this series, showcasing the critical role of landscape architecture in connecting people to places.

As climate change accelerates, urban flooding and water mismanagement pose significant challenges for cities worldwide. This session explores innovative, nature-based solutions from three global leaders in landscape architecture—Kongjian Yu (China), Jasper Jugtenburg (Netherlands)​, and Mia Lehrer (United States). Learn how the "sponge cities" concept, blue-green infrastructure, and adaptive urban design can transform water from a threat into a resource.Through groundbreaking case studies and visionary design approaches, this session will reveal how landscape architects can shape more resilient, sustainable, and water-conscious cities. Join us for an inspiring discussion on designing with water, rethinking infrastructure, and creating the next generation of climate-adaptive urban environments. Playcore is honored to partner with The Cultural Landscape Foundation on this series as they continue to set the bar and produce beautiful content that highlights the importance of Landscape Architecture and its critical role in connecting people to places.

Discover how playful placemaking can transform the way you engage communities and design meaningful spaces. In this interactive session, we’ll demonstrate the power of play as a tool for visioning and engagement by working through real-world examples in real time. Participants will learn how playful strategies can spark creativity, build trust, and uncover the deeper needs of the communities they serve. Designed for both parks and recreation professionals and design professionals, this session will explore how combining play with the design process fosters inclusive, resilient, and community-driven environments. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your community engagement process or enhance your design approach, this session offers practical insights and techniques you can apply immediately. Join us as we bring a project to life using playful placemaking methods, and leave inspired to reimagine the possibilities for your own work.

Sustainable maintenance programs are essential for safe, accessible, and long-lasting playgrounds in schools and communities. In recognition of National Playground Safety Week 2025 (April 21-25), this webinar will provide actionable strategies for maintaining compliant and hazard-free play environments. Participants will gain insights into finding qualified playground inspectors, understanding key ADA compliance requirements for maintenance staff, and implementing surfacing maintenance best practices. Routine inspections and proactive maintenance help preserve playground investments, support accessibility, and create safer play spaces that promote healthy risk-taking and fun for all children.

As climate change accelerates, cities must rethink how they manage water, mitigate flooding, and build sustainable environments. Join PlayCore and The Cultural Landscape Foundation (TCLF) for a live panel discussion featuring five global leaders in landscape architecture and urban water management, moderated by Elizabeth Mossop (Oberlander Prize Jury Chair). The most recent Oberlander Prize winner and leading global advocate for the “sponge cities” concept for mitigating urban flooding, Kongjian Yu (China), Jasper Hugtenburg (Netherlands), Mia Lehrer (USA), Kotchakorn Voraakhom (Thailand), and Herbert Dreiseitl (Germany) will share their expertise on innovative, nature-based solutions, from sponge cities and river restoration to flood resilience and water-conscious urban planning. This engaging conversation will explore how integrating green and blue infrastructure can create healthier, more adaptable cities. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the world’s leading visionaries shaping the future of water-sensitive urban design. PlayCore is honored to partner with The Cultural Landscape Foundation on this series as they continue to set the bar and produce beautiful content that highlights the importance of landscape architecture and its critical role in connecting people to places.

As climate change accelerates, cities must embrace water as a resource rather than a challenge. This session features Kotchakorn Voraakhom (Thailand) and Herbert Dreiseitl (Germany), two global leaders in landscape architecture redefining urban water management. Voraakhom explores Bangkok’s flood resilience and water governance, while Dreiseitl shares his visionary approach to blue-green infrastructure and climate-adaptive design. Through compelling case studies, this session highlights how nature-based solutions can transform cities into more resilient, sustainable environments. PlayCore is honored to partner with The Cultural Landscape Foundation on this series, showcasing the critical role of landscape architecture in connecting people to places.

As climate change accelerates, urban flooding and water mismanagement pose significant challenges for cities worldwide. This session explores innovative, nature-based solutions from three global leaders in landscape architecture—Kongjian Yu (China), Jasper Jugtenburg (Netherlands)​, and Mia Lehrer (United States). Learn how the "sponge cities" concept, blue-green infrastructure, and adaptive urban design can transform water from a threat into a resource.Through groundbreaking case studies and visionary design approaches, this session will reveal how landscape architects can shape more resilient, sustainable, and water-conscious cities. Join us for an inspiring discussion on designing with water, rethinking infrastructure, and creating the next generation of climate-adaptive urban environments. Playcore is honored to partner with The Cultural Landscape Foundation on this series as they continue to set the bar and produce beautiful content that highlights the importance of Landscape Architecture and its critical role in connecting people to places.

The Unleashed: Off-leash Dog Park Design Trends and Planning Tips guidebook helps communities effectively advocate for the many benefits of off-leash dog parks. Dog parks provide enjoyable ways to recreate and exercise for both dog owners and their dogs. They also create community destinations. Research shows there are many positive effects for individuals that own a dog(s); as well as health and social benefits of owning a dog, caring for it, and recreating outdoors with pets. In addition, design considerations and case study examples are outlined to effectively design a dog park and champion initiatives that provide meaningful outcomes supporting overall health and social benefits for the community.

In order to ensure equitable use by all, aquatic agencies and facilities must understand, embrace and respond to inclusive guidelines and programming, align to community needs, and implement innovative ways to offer environments that serve diverse individuals. This session will explore evidence-based health benefits of water immersion, share meaningful facility design strategies, and review ADA and ABA guidelines to make your facility a place for everyBODY to enjoy.

Join us for our "Summer Programming Survival Guide" webinar, designed to equip park and recreation professionals with essential strategies for a successful summer season. This engaging session will cover best practices for summer planning, leadership techniques with a social equity focus, and methods to prevent burnout. Additionally, discover creative ideas to celebrate Parks and Recreation Month and ensure your community enjoys a memorable and inclusive summer.