Recommendations
Issue Archives
Category Archives: Athletic + Recreation Programming
A Simple Philosophy
During my 20 years in the parks and recreation industry, I’ve seen the benefits of sound recreational sports programs within a community. I’ve also seen the opposite, in which programs become harmful to the development of their participants and compel … Continue reading
CT Entertainment Showcase
You want to entertain your parks and recreation patrons. But it isn’t always easy to find great musicians and artists, is it? The Connecticut Recreation and Parks Association can help: Their 22nd annual Entertainment Showcase features lots of great acts … Continue reading
The Senior Sector
Life experiences define individuality. The older adult population (age 50 years and beyond as defined by AARP) also carries an attachment to historical events; these experiences carry through the remainder of their lives and affect the choices they make. What … Continue reading
Beyond Accessibility
Sure, your indoor rec area complies with ADA regulations. The bathrooms, water fountains, and doors are accessible. The parking lots have handicap-friendly parking, and there are curb cuts where necessary. Where stairs once might have posed a problem for users, … Continue reading
Skating On Synthetic Ice
Want to bring the fun of an ice rink to your park, but don’t have the expertise for maintenance, the building to house it, or the money to pay the utility bills? There is another option–fake ice–also known as synthetic … Continue reading