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A Splashing Success
Not many municipal services are guaranteed to put a smile on someone's face, but on any given summer afternoon at Alligator's Creek Aquatic Center in OХFallon, Mo., laughter and shrieks of fun can be heard long before one gets to the entrance gate.
The Town Pool Comes of Age
Municipalities nationwide are coming to the realization that simply providing a place for swim lessons and getting wet isn't what today's aquatic facilities are all about. Citizens are more savvy, connected, and busier than ever.
Enjoy A Peaceful Paddle
Chehalem Paddle Launch provides water recreationalists a place to rent a kayak, canoe, or paddle board, and enjoy a peaceful paddle on the Willamette River, in Dundee, Ore.
When A Community Treasure Crumbles
Parks and recreation departments often feel pressure from the community when facilities close for repairs or maintenance. For the city of Tampa, outcry was much stronger when a neighborhood pool was shut down in 2009 for being non-code compliant.
A Pit Stop For Paddlers
In 2009, the Minnesota DNR completed a master plan for the Ottertail River. Part of that study concluded that an 8-mile stretch of the river was not navigable into Fergus Falls because no canoe/kayak access existed above Central Dam.
Striking A Happy Chord
What once was an unsightly, utilitarian detention basin dividing two areas of a suburban community has now become a beautiful, ecologically healthy park that draws residents outdoors, fosters neighborliness, and inspires others in the region to visit
Pour Performance
By 2012 the waterfall was in poor condition, and water flow had diminished to a trickle. A major renovation would be required to restore the historic waterfall to its original flow and capacity.
Take Time To Train
In a lifeguard-certification course, participants learn the skills necessary to protect swimmers and provide emergency care when required. They learn a lot in a 25- or 30-hour course, but
Cleaning Restrooms
For most property managers, the number-one complaint from building users is the condition of restrooms. In a park and recreation center, the bathrooms also become the one area that takes the most time to clean and maintain.
The Anatomy Of A Splash Pad
Although the completed water feature looks simple, the splash pad system and initial design are complicated. The anatomy of a splash pad is similar to that of a pool and demands similar attention, particularly to water-quality and sanitation issues.
Fountain of Rings: An Atlanta Icon
Almost 18 years ago Muhammad Ali stood before an exuberant crowd at Olympic Stadium in Atlanta with a flaming torch grasped in his right hand. Symbols of that magical summer evening
Bursting With Enthusiasm
Photos Courtesy Of San Diego County Parks and Recreation DepartmentFountains erupted at the new Waterfront Park as the county of San Diego celebrated one of the largest grand-opening events in its
It's A Numbers Game
PhotoCourtesy Of Charles Davis Smith PhotographyIn a world where the goal is achieving close to 100-percent cost recovery, aquatic operators not only have to balance chemicals on a daily basis, but
Washing Water
Photos Courtesy of Clark County Wetlands ParkLocated just 7 miles east of the famous Las Vegas Strip, the Clark County Wetlands Park is a 2,900-acre preserve designed to protect and enhance wetlands
Top 10 Trends In Recreation Restrooms
Photos Courtesy of TMP Architecture, Inc.While beautiful, updated fitness equipment, a newly finished gym floor, a bright welcome desk, or a spacious running track are certainly exciting changes for
Mitigating Murky Water
As one of the largest park systems in the country, the Chicago Park District continues to set its sights on ways to maintain water quality at its 26 miles of lakefront, 24 beaches, and 10 harbors.
Spray Play In America
Photos Courtesy of Elmhurst Park District Marketing Dept.These structures have many different namesСspray grounds, spray parks, sprinkler pads, water parks, splash pads, or any mix of the above. No m
Strategies For A Healthy Pool
Providing a safe, healthy, disease-free swimming environment can be an overwhelming task for any operator.
2014 World Aquatic Health Conference
Early registration is now available for the World Aquatic HealthЄ Conference (WAHCЄ), offering a $50 savings for people who register by June 1. The two-day event is slated for October 8-10, 2014, at t
Bring Waterpark Fun Indoors!
Commercial Recreation Specialists has expanded its pool and waterfront line to include a variety of new aquatic games designed to revitalize active recreation in the water. You don't need a lake to