Pesticide-Free Parks
Everyone has the right to a safe place to play.
Pesticides are inherently dangerous compounds.Even with careful application they leave unwanted toxic residues in our food, water and even in our bodies. Where we are exposed to pesticides is not always our choice. Across the Northwest, children, families and pets are exposed to pesticides at their neighborhood parks. Neighborhood parks serve as gathering places for community celebrations, events, and informal get-togethers among friends. Parks are reflections of a community, places to celebrate diversity, and places for families and kids to play.
The pesticide-free park movement is growing!
As more Northwest community members demand pesticide-free public spaces, parks departments are responding. Already, 19 cities have adopted a Pesticide-free Parks Program, creating public spaces where people can play without being exposed to pesticides. And the pesticide-free parks movement is growing!
NCAP is building tools for success
NCAP has been hard at work to ensure that neighborhood parks are free of pesticides for communities to enjoy. We have created the necessary resources and tools to empower community members to reduce pesticide use in their neighborhood, starting with their park.
We also know that these programs won't be successful unless the parks managers have the right tools. NCAP provided new resources to parks managers on effective pesticide-free techniques as well as created an online network for parks managers and professional landscapers to share and learn even more.
Get your City on the Map!
NCAP needs your help in continuing to grow this important program and your community is the first place to start! We have all the resources and tools you need to establish a strong pesticide-free park program in your community, as well as resources and tools for the city park professionals.
Click Here to Find a Pesticide-free Park Near You!
Learn more about the current Pesticide-free Park Programs in the Northwest
San Carlos, San Francisco, Mill Valley, Fairfax, Sacramento
MontanaBozeman, Helena, Whitefish
Eugene, Portland, Lincoln City, Oregon City, Milwaukie, Springfield
Everett, Seattle, Shoreline, Snohomish, Redmond
