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Training A Coach
When you think of youth sports, what comes to mind--the kids in your programs or maybe your daughter or son playing a sport of choice? Do you ever think about children with Down syndrome, autism or
Soar To New Heights
The county of Charleston, S.C., offers an array of activities to show off its beautiful coastline, but it is climbing to new heights with its latest program. In March, the Parks and Recreation
Get Em Groovin' To Hip-Hop!
As a mother of two boys, ages 7 and 8, one thing I know for sure is that boys are definitely active! While sports are a great avenue to channel their energy productively, I have found that the
For The Thrill Of It
What lures some people into the unknown, willing to explore something new? Whatever it is, the field of parks and recreation is now home to adventure experiences.
Senior Sluggers
As a former recreation-league softball coach and adult player, I have always had a passion for the game. So, in my position as program coordinator for Bedford County in Virginia, I thought there
Days Of Our Parks & Rec Lives
EditorХs Note: From the weird to the wishful, we put it out there to see what youСthe industry professionals--deal with on a daily basis.We picked some of those that will make you chuckle and others t
A Water Trail Is Born
Many years of hard work and planning are finally paying off in eastern Ohio with the state’s designation of the Tuscarawas River Water Trail. The Tuscarawas River has always been special to those who live in the communities around the river, and now it will be shared with paddlers from around Ohio and surrounding states.
Bending The Rules
As many recreational athletic administrators know, the most difficult programs to create are for teenagers. There is something about peer pressure, pursuing a job and the discovery of independence
Drop In And Hang Out
In only two years, the Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC) and Environmental Education Center (EEC) in Chandler, Ariz., have become venues for community meetings and family parties, informal gathering
Outside The Box
LaTanya Sandifer wanted to make a difference in her community, so after careful consideration, the Macon-Bibb County Department of Parks and Recreation’s Program Coordinator settled on providing Middle Georgia residents with an annual event advocating a healthy and sustainable way of living.
Zombie Survival Camp
Through the years, we at Kalispell Parks and Recreation in Kalispell, Mont., have struggled to fill a need in the community for some type of programming during the week prior to elementary schools beginning the year. Our traditional summer camp usually ends a week earlier because counselors head back to college, leaving the camp short-staffed.
Beyond Playgrounds And Plants
Just five years after Oklahoma’s statehood in 1907, one of Oklahoma City’s oldest parks was purchased and became home to Will Rogers Gardens. The land, previously a dairy farm, began a transformation in 1932 when Henry Walters, the City Horticulturalist, designed the gardens’ ponds, plant beds, overlooks, and basic structures.
Committed To "Greener Days And Healthier Ways"
Pick up a newspaper or watch any of the 24-hour news channels long enough and youХre sure to find a story about how Michigan has been--and continues to be--one of the economically hardest-hit areas in
Senior Focus
As park and recreation professionals, we know it’s easy to plan programs for children and families--just organize some wild games, teach a new class, or lead an activity involving fun and food. However, planning for seniors takes more thought and effort.
To Duct Tape Or Not To Duct Tape
Winter in Michigan has three phases. December is magical, and holiday spirit abounds. Parents are happy, kids are angels, and the snow (if there is any) is a blessing.
In Times Of COVID-19
Programming a public park safely and successfully in the time of the coronavirus requires vigilance, patience, and flexible persistence.
Youth Sports
Today’s youth have access to a wide range of organized extracurricular activities. With all the options available, it is no wonder many parents allow their children to participate in youth sports.
A Closer Look
Based on National Sporting Goods Association’s (NSGA) Total Participation Points (TPP) measure, team sports increased 1.6 percent in 2019 compared to the prior year, while individual sports increased 1.2
Simple But Effective
When it comes to rural, underserved areas, few are more remote than Bethel, Alaska. Located 400 miles west of Anchorage—40 miles off the coast of the Bering Sea—the region is only reachable by plane or
Financially Speaking
It seems like a no-brainer to predict that most school-district budgets are going to take a big hit because of the effects of COVID-19 on the economy. How much less money is anybody’s guess at this point, but