Articles
An Altruistic Vision
Nearly 10 years later, many public park and recreation agencies are still feeling the effects of the Great Recession. While other sectors have experienced significant growth during the years following the
Multi-Use Fields
When I think of multi-use fields and what it takes to provide a safe and consistent surface, I immediately think strategy—from inception to field maintenance. Athletic fields fail because of the following:
Dog Park Partnerships
Anyone who has ever been involved in establishing a dog park in a community knows it’s no picnic. There are codes and ordinances to adhere to, insurance issues to resolve, marketing methods to consider, and
An Intentional Collision
Have you heard of “intersectional planning” as it relates to parks and recreation? Essentially, the term refers to “the integration between planning for green spaces and for other elements, such as
Encouraging Equitable Park Investments
Parks are treasured community assets that offer significant benefits: • They encourage physical activity and mental well-being.• They facilitate community interaction and provide access to cultural events and programming.
Out And About
Local fitness, recreation, and aquatic centers have long been pillars of their communities, and for good reason. Within those walls, they serve a vital function—to help people lead richer, fuller lives by promoting
Speaking Of Loose Lips
When you think about it, some really serious statements are used rather loosely: • I could kill that guy • That’s the worst I’ve ever seen.• I’ll be praying for you.