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Quality of Life<\/h1>

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Megan Rigdon<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Experience in nature is an essential part of life.<\/strong><\/strong> Access to open space supports our physical and mental well being. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether an exhilarating hike with family, a calming solo moment soaking up the sights and sounds of a forest, or biting into a hand-picked strawberry – the land offers us value beyond measure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Outdoor Recreation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our vision includes creating opportunities for everyone in Harford County to experience and fall in love with nature\u2014every child, every family, every community. We rely on our local parks and greenways for solace, adventure, exercise, and inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People are drawn to gardens, forests, waterways, and other natural spots for recreation. Regardless of means of mode of transportation, all residents require access to open space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Harford County, we are blessed to have some of the region\u2019s premier open spaces. But the overwhelming park visitation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic showed us loudly and clearly that we need more public parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protection of these special places is usually hard-fought, long, and costly. Parkland acquisition is rarely spontaneous, but relies on vision, perseverance, capital investment, and smart land-use policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Examples of our work in support of outdoor recreation include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n