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Here To Spray
Aquatics, Features Bryan Buchko Aquatics, Features Bryan Buchko

Here To Spray

Known as a vacation destination to many, the city of St. Petersburg, Fla., is nestled on a peninsula between Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. To those who call it home, the “Sunshine City” boasts a

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Think Ahead
Aquatics, Features Bryan Buchko Aquatics, Features Bryan Buchko

Think Ahead

As waterparks and spraygrounds continue to grow in popularity across the country, it is important to consider the inherent risks associated with these attractions. As such, owners and operators have

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Planning The Perfect Waterpark
Aquatics Bryan Buchko Aquatics Bryan Buchko

Planning The Perfect Waterpark

Rather than traditional flat-water rectangular pools, stimulating waterparks are becoming the norm for today’s recreational aquatic experience. Once the decision has been made to build a mini, medium, or

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A Surge Of Activity
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A Surge Of Activity

In the diverse neighborhood of South Tacoma, Wash., a once-deserted swath of land has made a real splash and become one of the area’s biggest summer attractions.

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A Spray Ground By Any Other Name
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A Spray Ground By Any Other Name

They go by many names—spray grounds, splash pads, spray parks, and splash play areas. No matter how they are identified, more and more parks and rec departments are calling them good for business.

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Splashing Good Times

For several years, splash pads and spray grounds have been identified as desired amenities for all types of recreational environments. What is it that has made these systems so successful? Here are

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Swim Lessons

Adaptability is an important concept for Medina's recreation center. The adaptability thread goes from room to room and area to area. In the aquatics area, one of the important adaptable features is

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