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Pool-Water Sanitation
Pool-water sanitation is complex, with several variables to manage to ensure the water is healthy for contact (and unplanned consumption), clear enough to monitor bathers safely, and
Trail Maintenance
“Happy trails to you, until we meet again.Happy trails to you, keep smilin' until then.”--”Happy Trails,” Dale Evans Rogers The average person walking along a beautiful tree-lined trail in a park is pr
A Program With Horse Power
Mullet Hall Equestrian Center at Johns Island County Park in Charleston, S.C., is tucked within 738 acres of southern pines and moss-draped oaks, alongside open meadows and farm fields. This gem of a
Learn To Ride, Love To Ride
Most people can remember the first time they rode a bike, but I suspect only a few can remember the first time they rode on a trail through the woods. The city of Richmond, Va., has joined the ranks
Game Changers
A few minutes into the second half of Super Bowl XLVII, a Baltimore Ravens receiver returned a kickoff 108 yards, tying a NFL record, and with the score 28-6, essentially putting the last nail in the
Re-Booting The Camp Mentality
Healthy and active programs for children have a pivotal role in today's recreation industry. The child-obesity rates reflect a lack of understanding, interest, or opportunity in living a healthier lif
The Aftermath Of Park Projects
In the not-so-distant-past, a park project took a familiar path to become a reality. Leadership gathered to build a consensus on project priorities for the coming year. After careful consideration,
Making The Most Of It
As expected, the neighborhood known as Battery Park City along the southwestern edge of Lower Manhattan puts a premium on space. The 92-acre community comprises residential areas, high-rise
Focusing On Fun
Youngsters participating in sports programs at the Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department in Kentucky will never complain about being bored. Department Director Chris Truelock makes sure of
A Nudge In The Right Direction
It was early March, nearing the end of our ski season, when my wife got the call. My oldest daughter was crying and screaming. My son was lying on his back at an awkward angle, unconscious. She
This-N-That
Routing Responders To An EmergencyККThose who use trails and pathways regularly may know their way around, but would they be able to pinpoint their location during an emergency?911 trail-marking syste