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Doggie Paddling for Progress
Looking for a way to raise more than $5,000 in an annual fundraiser? In Montgomery County, Va., the parks and recreation department and local Humane Society partner to hold a Pool Party for Pooches, which combines pooches, a pool and … Continue reading
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The Sights and Sounds of Play
Play is a social catalyst as old as civilization–an activity that when harnessed properly incorporates all of society and builds a stronger culture. In the past, park playgrounds have focused almost exclusively on children. Playground elements were typically single-activity structures … Continue reading
A “Love-able” Home
For a moderately sized community with a limited municipal budget, finding funds for development, facility renovations and program expansion is a struggle–something that Salisbury Parks and Recreation knows well. In recent years, citizen involvement and advocacy have played a crucial … Continue reading
Turn Up the Heat
In both indoor and outdoor pools, maintaining the temperature depends on eliminating heat losses. There is much the aquatic director can do to manage costs and at the same time achieve a “greener” pool. Understanding advancements in swimming-pool heating helps management meet its goals. Continue reading
Are Your Tennis Courts Getting a Workout?
With more attention being given to the nation’s obesity epidemic, people are looking for unique workouts that don’t feel like exercise. Although there are plenty of entry-level tennis activities, most people probably don’t think of tennis as a heart-pounding activity, unless you’re Jim Courier or Serena Williams. Continue reading