Category Archives: Publisher’s Note

Falling Down

My first magazine job was in the great state of Colorado. From my office window, the entire front range of the Rockies spread out before me and behind the office were the start of the great plains–a high, arid desert … Continue reading

Posted in Columns, February 2012, Issues, Parks and Rec Business, Publisher's Note | Leave a comment

Special Moments

Following our Monday weight workout, my 15-year-old son and I bid the ladies manning the desk a good night as we headed for the door of the Medina Community Rec Center. As we approached the doors, my son chirped, “Hey, … Continue reading

Posted in Columns, Issues, January 2012, Parks and Rec Business, Publisher's Note | Leave a comment

Pictures And Dreams

I’m a sucker. Each fall, just before Halloween, the catalog from an outdoor ice-rink supplier lands on my desk. Inside are pictures and pictures and pictures of backyard ice rinks parents just like me have built for their kids. Each … Continue reading

Posted in Columns, December 2011, Issues, Parks and Rec Business, Publisher's Note | Leave a comment

Going For A Ride

Some of you may remember the LIVE Show–our first and only show for professionals in the parks and recreation and children’s camp industries. The show was held outdoors at Salt Fork State Park in southeastern Ohio. The concept was simple–instead … Continue reading

Posted in Columns, Issues, November 2011, Parks and Rec Business, Publisher's Note | Leave a comment

Bike Lasers

Pulling into the driveway, I could see that all was not well. My wife was on the front porch, surrounded by three preschoolers, all in various states of distress. As I walked up, I heard her say to my youngest … Continue reading

Posted in Columns, Issues, October 2011, Parks and Rec Business, Publisher's Note | Leave a comment