Articles
Built To Last
It’s been 19 years since the installation of the Ecosystem Gallery at Chippewa Nature Center in Midland, Mich. According to the Executive Director, Dennis Pilaske, the exhibit has seen “all of the expected use and
A Place To Gather
Communities stake their reputation on the amenities they offer, to both visitors and residents. The more activity creating buzz around a community, the more desirable a place it is in which to live or visit. As a
Develop A “Secret Sauce”
If your community is in a major city such as Seattle, Austin, or Washington, D.C., it’s easy to attract tourists to parks and special events. Who wouldn’t want to visit the Space Needle or tour the White House holiday
The Art Of Interpretation
Within the world of parks and natural resources, interpretation is often thought of as an art, relating many skills and techniques to the historical and cultural background of a resource. Interpreters created an
Building In The Wild
Oregon State Parks was handed a gift: an 8,000-acre private property, tucked in the deepest part of Cottonwood Canyon. The site offered golden, rolling hills, river access, and a historic farm—but little else.
Crowded Waters
Aquatic centers are facing increasing pressure to accommodate diverse programming, everything from baby aerobics to water yoga. Everyone wants a part of the pool. Too often, debates over the design can
Stay On Your Toes
In addressing negative behaviors, the ability to set limits is an important skill for recreation leaders. It is equally important to understand how planning and preparation can minimize the amount of behavior
A Contagious Spirit
Joey was a 10-year old boy who had never known his father. He was raised by his mother Hanna, who saw the best in people, had hope in any situation, and saw every day as a new chance to help people and
The Great Debate
Participation awards—they’re the second-most talked about, dissected, and debated topic in youth sports these days, right behind parent behavior! But it’s actually a more complex subject than it seems at first glance.