When it comes to government regulations and standards in the aquatic industry, there are plenty of changes--enough to make our heads swim. Yet, keeping abreast of these changes is critical for facility

“Aquatic manager” is a fairly common designation in the world of pool management. The manager oversees competition, open-swim, therapy, and instructional pools, as well as water parks ranging from

Many administrators of park and recreation facilities love electric hand dryers, and the reasons are clear. They virtually eliminate the need to store and purchase paper towels, which can be a real cost savings.

Growing up in Arizona, Monty Perkins fell in love with sports at an early age. He participated in baseball, football, and basketball among others, although he didn’t have the luxury of his parents cheering for him in the stands very often.

While facility-maintenance managers around the world could probably have extended and animated discussions about what the best surface is for a playground, the truth is there is no right or wrong answer.

I have an old token from the New York City subway that reads, ТGood For One Fare.У I keep it in a dresser drawer and usually forget about it until for some odd reason I stumble across it.

When Kathy Eber and her family moved to Florida a quarter century ago, one of the first calls she made was to Little League Baseball.

I have a friend who buried a parent recently, and after some time had passed I noticed my friend didn’t appear to be doing much better. I approached him in a careful—but light—manner and, indeed, he was still

The first thing the National Alliance for Youth Sports administrators do when meeting with other administrators is to discuss all the positive expectations that parents have when signing their children up.

“Planning” traditionally refers to a hierarchy ranging from comprehensive planning to master planning to site planning. Site planning can take the form of specialty plans like park-site master plans or recreation-

As my dad walked me down to the river, the morning sun peeked over his shoulder and flickered through the trees. I was about 5 years old. Mom was waiting at the water's edge, holding a small raft made

Randy's looking for YOUR ideas on how to handle maintenance issues in these tough economic times. “When the going gets tough, the tough get going” is an old axiom, but these days, public- and private-

Ted Lockamon's passion for sports was ignited at an early age. “My dad played on one of the best softball teams on the east coast, and as a child, my family spent almost every weekend traveling to tournaments, so I grew up around athletics,” he recalls.

Public parks and recreation departments across the U.S. have felt the squeeze of the economic downturn over the past few years. Many agencies have closed facilities and faced massive budget cuts and layoffs--

Reverchon Park is a historic, open-space landmark in Dallas, Texas, that marks the entry of Turtle Creek into Trinity River floodplain.

The San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department is learning that park recycling is not a case of Тbuild it and they will come.У San Antonio parks staff designed the blue bins for the department's recy

Garner a reputation for excellence in tennis facilities By John KrafftThe Midland Community Tennis Center (MCTC) in Midland, Mich., has a reputation for innovation and enterprise, growing the game

A television documentary in early 2008 inspired Julio Magrisso, Assistant Director for the city of Miami Beach Parks & Recreation Department, to pursue the idea of a surf camp for children with autism.

Senior programming is booming in West Fargo, N.D. Recreation Manager Lance Belisle explains that the West Fargo Park District responded to the public’s request for additional options.

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.

My motto for aquatics has always been, “Proactive—not reactive.” Although the phrase applies to every facet of the industry, it unequivocally applies to maintenance. Being proactive means being well ahead of

We have all heard the popular term “going green.” In making a commitment to reduce global warming, pollution, loss of animal habitats, and other environmental concerns, many organizations, government

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,

With the identity crisis they face, multi-sport fields could spend the entire playing season on a therapist's couch. At the very least, they could wind up in a sports-medicine clinic from over-use

The fds Sport Series Dethatcher comes in 3 sizes and is capable of being towed by tractor or All Terrain Quad for light or heavy maintenance on Arenas or Race Tracks. Check the video out for more details.

Multiple factors should be considered when installing playing fields for parks and sports complexes, and chief among them is whether to install synthetic or natural turf. Each type has

Communal spaces unite communities. Athletic surfaces are not solely dedicated fields: In open and flat areas, spontaneous games pop up among friends, families, and sports teams. Facility

A weed is most commonly defined as “a plant out of place.” It can more formally be defined as a plant that interferes with the welfare of humans or livestock or is otherwise objectionable. In

AUBURN, California— CampCalNow RV Park and Campground Alliance is now offering discount programs for music licensing, movie licensing, propane and building supplies.

Grand Rapids, MN. – ASV Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASV), a leading provider of rubber-tracked compact track loaders (CTLs) and wheeled skid steer loaders (SSLs) in the compact construction equipment

Decatur, Ga. – The Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC) welcomed Kristie Riester as its new Executive Director, effective June 17, 2019.

Seattle, WA — Precor, the company that has revolutionized the fitness industry with its mix and match portfolio of cardio equipment for health clubs and fitness facilities, announced that it has reached a new

Toronto/Washington DC: In order to provide a greater, in-depth and more regional understanding of green infrastructure and how to accelerate its adoption, the Grey to Green Conference is expanding for the first

Lafayette, La.—Golfballs.com – the world leader in golf customization – has partnered with Fred Couples and Bridgestone Golf for the 2019 “Dozen a Day Giveaway” from July 23 through September 30, wherein

BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – Turface Athletics, a leader in the sports field construction and maintenance industry, is proud to announce its Summer Blowout! Program, allowing members of the Turface Grounds Crew to earn money

LAWRENCE, Kan. – Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) – comprised of 2,700 men and women professionals overseeing sports fields worldwide and critical to athletes’ safety – has declared Andrew Miller

Jupiter, FL – The National Golf Foundation (NGF), the only trade organization that works with every sector within the golf industry, has released its 2019 Golf Industry Report, a comprehensive state-of-the-industry overview.

WASHINGTON – More than 85 percent of contractors using propane commercial lawn mowers in their fleets are likely to continue adding propane equipment to their businesses, according to the results of a recent survey

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