Garvin Ch . 3 Why do we need parks ? Humans need interaction with the environment . Parks make people happyGreenspaceNo set ratio for population to park acreageTypes of ParksAdventure PlaygroundCommunity GardensNeighborhood ParksParks can … Initiate urbanization … Examples : Prospect park in Brooklyn Forest Park in St . LouisIncrease home values – people want to live near greenspace and are willing to pay more to live there ! Parks can … Promote relationships within the community . Adventure parks gave kids a place to be creative and express themselves . Community gardens allow people to grow fresh fruits and vegetables . Parks Must … Be well maintained … A neglected park can invite crime which will result in declining neighborhood . Wide paths , pedestrian friendly , well lighted parks are a must for success .