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Rolling With The Punches
In late 2014, the city of Vancouver’s Marshall Pool had been in operation for almost 50 years and was one of the oldest aquatic facilities in Clark County, Wash. A renovation was sorely
Perfect Harmony
All too often, facilities are labeled “multi-use” but fall short of delivering that promise. The fault can often lie in planning deficiencies caused by both overly optimistic notions of cooperation,
Reprogramming Irrigation
Approximately one-third of the world's 7-billion people live in areas experiencing a water shortage. Equally shocking is that only 1 percent of the world's limit
Make a Splash with Minimal Cash
Photos Courtesy Of Hitchcock Design GroupSplash pads offer fun and unique water experiences that are safe, compact, and relatively inexpensive compared to those at other aquatic facilities. The pads
Aquatic Management Training
As a decentralized aquatic operation within a large urban recreation and parks department, swimming pools must be operated with a seasonal pool-management team consisting of a manager, assistant
A “Re-Creation Of Recreation”
At a time when our nation has seen deep divides over race, a small city in North Carolina has worked to bring its community together despite all of the odds. Although Lexington city
Cleanliness Counts
Many park and recreation managers involved with facility maintenance know that when it comes to cleaning, restrooms are a center of complaints. However, a recent poll of Кmanagers of all types of faci
Dripping With Savings
Knowing how to fix many plumbing-related problems in a parks and recreation center can be a great convenience. Just think of all the money you can save getting an overflowing toilet or a backed-up
Staff Members Set The Standard
The history of the Burlington Waterfront in Vermont dates to the early 1800s, but the Burlington Community Boathouse was built in 1988. Currently, it acts as the gateway from Lake Champlain to the historic downtown
Splashy Fun For Everyone
“Where Everyone Can Play. ” That’s been the succinct-yet-impactful motto of Morgan’s Wonderland in San Antonio, Texas, since opening in 2010, in what once was a rock quarry. The theme park has welcomed more
Creative Aquatic Center Design
State parks have a larger economic impact than most people realize. Parks help increase tourism, motivate businesses for relocation and expansion, invest in environmental protection,
Tapping Into A Good Idea
Even a good idea sometimes takes time to become reality. In the town of Wilton, N.Y., about 30 miles north of Albany, the concept of adding a splash park to Gavin Park was first discussed in
And The Beach Goes On
When the Winnebago County Community Park Beach House and Swimming Lake was dedicated in 1968 just north of the city limits in Oshkosh, Wis., it was considered state-of-the-art, and quickly became the
Historically Rich
The city of Tucson Parks and Recreation Department has always tried to be a good neighbor. So when area residents approached department officials about making improvements to Catalina Park, they were
Be Ready For Swim Season
Skies are grey, and there has been a lot of rain around the country of late. But soon the temperatures will rise and large numbers of swimmers will seek relief in your park and rec or
Pool-Water Sanitation
Pool-water sanitation is complex, with several variables to manage to ensure the water is healthy for contact (and unplanned consumption), clear enough to monitor bathers safely, and
Water Safety USA Encourages People to ‘Become Water Competent’
Colorado Springs, COLORADO - Water Safety USA, a consortium of 14 national governmental and non-governmental organizations, announces the 2018 water safety message: “Become
Family-Friendly Swimming Lessons
Formal swimming lessons reduce the likelihood of childhood drowning by 88 percent, according to USA Swimming Foundation statistics. Yet Susan, a work-from-home mom with
The Competitive Edge
Many people in the industry who have been around the pool more than a few laps have developed strategies that are counter to many of their peers. The ideas are not necessarily
Soaking In Success At Ouray Hot Springs
Situated in the San Juan Mountains of Southwest Colorado and referred to as the “Switzerland of America,” Ouray is a true gem of the Rocky Mountain Region. The city’s beloved hot springs