Category Archives: November 2009

Five thousand years of history were discovered in Miami, Fla., when archaeologists unearthed a Native American site once occupied by the Tequesta Indians in 3,000 BC. The Miami-DadePark and Recreation Department named the newly developed 2.5-acre site ChittohatcheePark at Honey … Continue reading →

In the last few years, we have faced new environmental concerns in a world made aware of the need for “green living,” “green building” and other environmentally conscious initiatives. The city of Chandler, Ariz., is participating in this issue by … Continue reading →

The folks in Grand Forks, N.D., have discovered dreams really do come true when production is driven by a persistent teen and a committed community. Ali Karpenko was determined to make her dream come true–to build a Boundless Playground for … Continue reading →

Each year, more than 200,000 children nationwide are hurt seriously enough on playgrounds to require emergency treatment or hospital admittance, according to the Virginia Department of Health. As startling as that statistic sounds, parents and caregivers still expect playgrounds to … Continue reading →

Cities and counties throughout the United States are struggling with calculating and maintaining Levels of Service (LOS) for parks and recreation facilities. Populations are increasing, land is becoming more expensive, and competition is growing for scarce tax dollars. Furthermore, there … Continue reading →