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The Same Rules Apply
Because of my volunteer work as an Audubon International steward, I have helped many golf course managers and superintendents obtain course certification for the Cooperative Sanctuary Program, which
Make Waves
For as long as I can remember, I’ve enjoyed all aspects of sports--from competing and coaching to watching games from the stands. While I donХt remember the first time I participated in the “wave,” I
A Cup Of Coffee
We are a country of coffee drinkers, although I am not among them. Americans collectively drink 400-million cups of Joe each day. Our national drink is served in almost every concession stand in the
Peer Into The Past
Occasionally, when speaking to students, they ask, ТMr. Davis, what was your most difficult job to get?У I reply, ТMy first local community job in Darlington, S.C.У Anticipating the next question, I c
Run A Clean Program
I am personally acquainted with Dr. Fred Engh, a contributor to PRB's ТSports SpotlightУ column. In the December 2010 issue, he wrote of the importance of training volunteer coaches and officials. He
RFPs And RFQs
In 1961, Astronaut Alan Shepard was the first American to go into space and orbit the earth for 15 minutes in a Redstone 3 rocket called Freedom 7. After the flight, he said, ТIt's a very sobering fee
Comparing Business To Government
In the May 2010 issue of PRB, columnist Randy Gaddo questioned whether business should be compared to government. For decades many Тold timersУ have heard community members, politicians, and business
Create Exceptional Customer Service
My family and I recently visited Disney World, and while I went with high expectations of experiencing magic, I did not come away with an incredible feeling of exceptional service. We can all learn
Arm The Front Lines
There is perhaps nothing as fundamental for parks and recreation organizations as customer service. Let’s face it, those who give only minimum attention to this aspect will soon suffer the
A Plan For Action
While there are many benefits, professionals in the recreation and sport field today must be aware of the various risks as well as the liability involved. Despite the best risk-management
Smartphones And Social Media
The proliferation of smartphones and social media has fundamentally changed the way we interact, work, record events, and share information. We can now stay connected almost any
Firing Off The Question--Can someone bring a gun into a park?
If you turn on CNN, MSNBC, or Fox News, you will probably find one of their talking heads ranting about gun laws from both sides since the issue produces sharp emotions.
Ties That Bind
A wise teacher once said she became a better teacher when she stopped teaching subjects and starting teaching children.
Forging A Path
What is 35 miles long and requires 8,000 trail maps, 18,000 dog-litter bags, and several recycle bins? AnswerСthe trail system in Vernon, Conn.
Senior Citizen Playgrounds
When someone mentions a park or recreation facility, most think of grass, swings, sports fields, and playgrounds. What is a ТplaygroundУ though and who is it for?
Skill Acquisition For Staff
For most parks and recreation agencies, the cost of human resources makes up a significant portion of the annual operating budget. How do you ensure effective performance management of existing staff and ongoing development of future human resources?
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Letter To The EditorI was just reading the October 2012 PRB issue when I came across the Best in Special Events article. We have a few events going on here that I thought would be great in that
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Field NotesCre8Play is now designing peaceful gardens and play environments which incorporate critical healing elementsКincluding native wildlife, flowers and music.Freshpark Action Sports, a producer
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Understanding Stone FinishesFort Worth, Texas--A basic understanding that all cleaning professionals must have when cleaning and maintaining stone floorsСsuch as marble and graniteСis how the floor ha