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Capture The Rules
When you're coming up with ideas for group play in the out-of-doors -- or even the indoors -- don't forget the tried and true.Kids today love playing Capture the Flag, Red Rover and Duck Duck Goose
New To The Recreation Field?
Just starting out in the recreation programming field? Want some advice from people who have planned their share of craft classes, day camps and teen special events? Here is a smorgasbord of tips to
Equal Opportunity Participation
Listen in on an adult conversation, and it wonХt be long until you hear someone say, ТI wish I had more time with my family. WeХre all going our separate ways, and it seems like we never do anything t
Spread The Word
As in most parks and recreation departments, you probably offer a crowd-pleasing array of programs, such as road runs, craft classes, senior excursions and soccer clinics. How about adding an
Signs Will Steer ФEm Straight!
During the holidays, I scan the newspaper for announcements of activities for families. In addition to attending parks and recreation-sponsored craft fairs, holiday concerts and Lunch With Santa, I
LetХs Hit the Beach!
Just because you donХt have a pool or access to a lake doesnХt mean you canХt offer fun, creative, healthy aquatics programming. Here are 12 ideas sure to please even the most discerning customer:Summ
Programming For Tweens
Way, way back when I started working at Bellingham, Washington Parks and Recreation, (OK it was in 1979) youth programs fell into three age groups: Preschool activities were geared for 3-5 year olds,