Category Archives: June 2007

Integrated Pest Management Update

Posted on June 29, 2007

Editor’s note: This article is part of an on-going series focused on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs. It‘s aimed at minimizing, not eliminating, the use of pesticides on sports fields. The author is Director of Leisure Services in Peachtree City, … Continue reading →

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Labor of Love

Posted on June 29, 2007

“A trail is never quite done–it is ongoing,” says Jim Tomlin, volunteer hiking trail District Manager for Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) Great North Mountain division. “Nature is always trying to reclaim it, always taking it back.” The main purpose … Continue reading →

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The Tyner Nature Center

Posted on June 26, 2007

With environmental concern now a mainstream issue, community and park district leaders have become even more diligent, creative guardians of their natural resources, especially those in densely populated cities and suburbs. Many are building nature centers, primarily to help residents … Continue reading →

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Glendale Gets Kids Moving

Posted on June 24, 2007

Glendale, Ariz., At a Glance Location: Just northwest of Phoenix Population: 240,000 Days of Sunshine per Year: 320 Number of Parks: 78 Number of play structures: 50 The City of Glendale, Ariz., is accustomed to being in the news. It’s … Continue reading →

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Young Naturalist Camps