Even with today’s sophisticated pool equipment and systems, some aquatic centers still struggle with water-quality problems.

Safety Around Water (SAW), which started out as Save Our Kids, is a joint program between Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks and Henderson Family YMCA in North Carolina. The program is in its seventh

Examining ATP-monitoring devicesКBy Robert KravitzКIn a world where public-health scares are a frequent concern, it is time to consider whether the surfaces in facilities--and most specifically in res

In speaking with recreation professionals over the years, I have found it interesting--and alarming--that there is an almost universal agreement that parents pose the most challenges.

Another day, another youth-sports violent incident caught on camera. It’s difficult to say whether these types of incidents are more prevalent today than 10 years ago because we live in a different world, where

Dad and Grandpa stand with their noses pressed against the glass. “I mean, the doc said it was going to be a boy, but wow, what a strapping boy! Look at the mitts on that bugger! Wait till he gets a bat in those

As a millennial, I am faced daily with a number of perceived truths about my generation, such as the things I have “killed”—credit cards, divorce, American cheese, print news, ESPN, Applebee’s. But what is hurting

This column, LBWA--Leadership By Wandering Around--is focused on gathering input from PRB readers in the maintenance field, those battling in the trenches to find ways to do more with less. How are you doing

Since many new park and recreation managers are promoted from other positions within an agency, it's important that management-training programs are available. New managers may lack essential

Four years ago Dave Parks, program administrator for youth sports for the city of Englewood (Colo.) Parks and Recreation Department, received a call from a concerned mother of a fifth grader.

When it comes to park restrooms, two things are certain--they should be clean and safe. Although this may seem obvious, achieving that goal may not be easy. Start at the one place that can make a difference

Often in these challenging times, parks and recreation professionals are asked to quantify the economic viability of an event or program. By grading an event primarily on customer surveys, participation and

Anyone looking for advice on how to be a better manager should consult books on effective parenting. Those who have children may already have these reference materials lying around or lining the

Kentucky is famous for a few things--among them its bluegrass lawns. What you may not know is that while bluegrass is native to practically all of Europe, northern Asia and the mountains of Algeria and Morocco, it is not

The trees that children used to climb freely in the woods a generation ago have since been replaced by manufactured playgrounds.

Everyone deserves the childhood experience gained from playing on a playground. It brings joy and excitement as well as many positive benefits for children. This right is stripped away when an environment

In the last six years, the Wheaton Park District in Illinois has given more than $700,000 in special-event proceeds to local nonprofits and organizations. While the park district maintains a portion of the proceeds

A festival that began with a small chicken cook-off years ago has grown to be a family tradition for many residents in the Texas Hill Country. The Founders Day Festival in Dripping Springs—a small city located 25

The 2017 Selah Base Race (www.selahbaserace.com) was supposed to be the biggest in its six-year history. I spent two years rebranding the race after I took over as parks and recreation director. This meant

Many park and recreation centers in North America have what may be called their “denning period.” The term actually refers to the five months of the year when bears slow down but still walk around from time to

Learn what it takes to attract crowds of players By Mary Helen SprecherAlmost any park can have playable tennis courts, ones that are well-maintained and can provide a good game, but parks that want

Looking for the ingredients to host a successful fitness challenge? Combine ease of participation with a little friendly competition, fold in a partnership with a local medical facility, and add a dash of marketing.

For many in the industry, summer is the busy season and, in turn, the time to add more seasonal or temporary employees.

With so much emphasis on pest identification and control in parks, it’s easy to forget that the majority of disorders impacting landscape trees result from abiotic (non-living) disorders. However, there are several

Parks and recreation facilities are facing new challenges as public budgets shrink and changing climates add unpredictable elements to operations, maintenance, and planning activities. On top of these, private

“Volunteer to coach? OK, I said ‘yes’ but now what? I played a little sport myself, but never coached before. What exactly am I supposed to do? What if I make a mistake? Could I be sued?” These thoughts and others

Having quality athletic fields is not only appealing to fans, but important for player safety. While there are many factors to consider when planning a new athletic field or stadium, one in particular is whether natural

When it comes to park maintenance in the fall, some things are as certain as the leaves changing color and the days getting shorter.

In real estate, the secret to success is location. If a property is not in a desirable place, it is a much harder sell. Sports field drainage isn't a "sexy" topic, but it's an important one.

While Nashville is known internationally for country music, hot chicken, and Southern hospitality, an increasing number of tourists are discovering what longtime residents have always known—the city has

Depending upon where you are in the United States, seasonal maintenance of your park's sports and recreational facilities may be a no-brainer--or at least a non-issue.

Sometimes, the biggest concern is not keeping up with the neighbors--it's keeping a profile so low they barely know you're there. When Verde Design Inc. of Santa Clara, Calif., began designing a new softball stadium for Foothill College,

Painting is one of the best ways to protect and beautify both commercial pools. In addition to adding a vibrant, fresh color, a new coat of paint can be a cost-efficient way to give new life to concrete, plaster, or

Salt Lake City, Utah—The National Governors Association (NGA) today announced the launch of the Outdoor Recreation Learning Network to help governors and their staffs leverage their unique natural,

Vancouver, BC—Ernst & Young announced their EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2019 Pacific winners on October 3rd, and WhiteWater is delighted that its President & CEO, Geoff Chutter has been recognized

FlipGive—the company that has reinvented how youth sports teams across North America raise money—and Framework Venture Partners—a software-focused venture capital firm—announced a $5 million Series

Kennewick, WA. — With more than 32,000 acres of turfgrass seed in production in Washington, grass is big business in the Evergreen State. To highlight the value of Washington state’s turfgrass seed industry, the

Marshallville, Ohio—In late September, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) joined Rails-to-Trails of Wayne County to celebrate the ribbon cutting for 2.4 miles of new trail on the Heartland Trail. It marks the

WASHINGTON, D.C. – WE ARE GOLF – a coalition of the game’s leading associations and industry partners – announces the 13th annual National Golf Day will be held Wednesday, May 6 on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.

Chicago—Next College Student Athlete (NCSA), a college athletic recruiting network, announced the release of Coach Packet by NCSA, a digital recruiting tool for college coaches.

David Brantley announces that Glenn Garcia has accepted another opportunity, outside of No Fault. His last day was September 20, 2019. Effective immediately, Summer DeRogers will assume all aspects of the

Scranton, Pa. – The grand opening of the state-of-the-art Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., Athletics Campus recently highlighted the latest phase of the University of Scranton’s efforts to improve student athlete experiences,

Skater owned and operated, American Ramp Company builds over 200 skateparks annually throughout the world and is the only firm that offers 4 distinct product lines. Quality, selection and credibility distinguish ARC as the clear leader in the industry.

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