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Category Archives: March 2012
There Will Be An App For That!
Imagine you pull out your phone or tablet in a strange town, click an icon and immediately see the five parks and/or recreation facilities nearest where you’re currently standing. Now, imagine clicking through to one of those parks and viewing … Continue reading
Posted in Columns, Issues, March 2012, Parks and Rec Business, Publisher's Note
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Shop Smart
It’s amazing how much money parks and recreation departments waste buying the wrong spray equipment. What actually causes this, and what can be done to minimize purchasing mistakes? Here are some ideas: Backpack Sprayers Quality–Select a quality product that can … Continue reading
Rise Above
Lying, cheating, and attempting under-the-table cash payouts. No, I’m not talking about a criminal who has just been convicted; I’m talking about someone who has been witnessing these acts in youth sports for the past 13 years as the recreation … Continue reading
Posted in Columns, Issues, March 2012, Parks and Rec Business, Sports Spotlight
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Resistant To Time
As wooden benches and picnic tables age, their splinters and cracks are usually fixed with paint and waterproofing. Also, most parks-and-recreation maintenance crews are familiar with the seasonal rotation of moving furniture to storage during the winter. Looking for an … Continue reading
Family Fun To Serious Sport
Disc golf is one of the fastest growing sports in America. With more than 3,000 courses in the United States as of 2011, according to the Disc Golf Association, it is a multi-generational sport that is great for any skill … Continue reading