Category Archives: May 2006

Rip, Roaring Fun

It’s not the highest point in the state. But, strap on a set of inline skates, jump on a skateboard or hit the saddle of your BMX bike and that 12-foot drop to the bottom of Central Skate Park Plaza … Continue reading

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Range Creek Canyon

Heat from the summer sun reflects brutally off the sheer vertical rock walls of the canyon, turning the craggy, brush choked landscape into an oven. Hiking this section of southern Utah, takes patience, strength and water. Lots and lots of … Continue reading

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Whole Hog

When the Navy decided to re-surface 56 playgrounds on two bases in the Jacksonville, Florida area landfills everywhere breathed a sigh of relief. The Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) is used to big jobs. These are the folks responsible for … Continue reading

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Totally Organic

It’s a big mission – building the greenest city in America, if not the world. But, big missions can’t be accomplished if they aren’t first demanded. (Think of President John F. Kennedy’s demand to put a man on the moon). … Continue reading

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Canada Goose

To the average citizen a flock of Canada geese flying north is a harbinger of spring; but to parks and recreation professionals responsible for lakes, ponds, parks or open areas such as golf courses nationwide, it means another season of … Continue reading

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