With the help of a diverse, collaborative partnership, Pitt County has achieved an extensive network of parks and walking trails – an impressive 85% of residents in this rural county live within two miles of a park facility. The County maximizes its reach by locating many recreational facilities in non-traditional places (e.g., schools, flood buy-out and church properties) and working with stakeholders to create joint-use agreements. The County has also demonstrated leadership in creating healthy school environments through its commitment to the Winner’s Circle healthy eating program and by passing a new tobacco-free schools policy in 2006.