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Category Archives: February 2009
Dollars And Sense
Vending machines can be found at almost every recreation center in the United States. They are an amenity our customers cannot live without. How can we be more environmentally responsible in operating these machines that bear liquid and edible refreshments? … Continue reading
Tagging Graffiti
At 7:00 a.m., you roll into the parking lot ready to get your day started only to find the building covered in spray-painted graffiti. It happens everywhere–from small-town parks in cities like Delhi, Ohio, to large metropolitan areas like Philadelphia. … Continue reading
Risk Assessment
Recreation businesses and organizations face daunting expectations daily to provide services and activities which entertain, stimulate, and engage the public in a variety of ways. Many of the activities and programs offered imply that risk is inherent and injuries imminent … Continue reading
So You Want A Job In Recreation?
Having a career in recreation really sounds like so much fun. I’ve been teased about college courses I probably took to get my job, such as “Underwater Basket Weaving” and “How to Run Bingo Games for Seniors.” I’ve also had … Continue reading
No More Waivers, Releases Or Consents
In 2003 a man took his three children and another child snow-tubing at the Powder Ridge Ski Resort in Connecticut. The man’s right foot became caught between the tube and a man-made bank. He broke his leg and required several … Continue reading