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The Air in There: Managing Air Quality in Aquatic Facilities
When it's not properly managed, the air in natatoriums and other indoor aquatic facilities can become harmful—especially for lifeguards and frequent users. Learn more about how the industry is trying to tackle this challenge.
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Getting Fit in the Great Outdoors: Innovative Equipment to Expand Your Community of Wellness
Outdoor fitness opportunities make it easier for everyone to engage in wellness. And with new equipment options being introduced all the time, you have more ways than ever to expand your audience.
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Just Add Water: Indoors or Out, Waterparks Offer Fun for All
Whether they are indoors or outdoors, waterparks provide a fun escape for people of all ages. Here, we take a closer look at some of the latest rides and trends in marketing, with ideas to help you bring more people to your own facility.
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For Your Convenience: Prefabricated Restroom Structures Provide Ease, Comfort & Durability
From restrooms that feature plumbing and electricity to simple structures that simply give visitors a place to go, a multitude of restroom structure designs, customizations and options are available.
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A Path Toward Conservation: The Environmental Benefits of Trails & Greenways
Thoughtfully planned trails and greenways can provide a myriad of conservation benefits—from preserving ecosystems to providing a pollution-free way for commuters to get from here to there.
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A Splashing Good Time: Inclusive & Multigenerational Splash Play
Splash play areas continue to evolve, with more ways to make sure people of all ages and abilities can have fun and cool off.
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Grounds for Improvement: New Efficiencies Drive Better Maintenance Practices
Efficiency and smarter, more ecological practices are the name of the game when it comes to grounds maintenance. From sports fields to open spaces, learn more about the equipment and practices you need to get the job done right.
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Ready for Action: From Functional to Ninja-Inspired, Fitness Continues to Evolve
As fitness routines continue to evolve, so does the demand for innovative fitness equipment. Meeting those needs means more technological connection, more opportunities to engage in a wider variety of activities, and better maintenance ideas to keep it all up and running.
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Great Escapes: Provide Respite & Relaxation With Shelters & Shade Structures
From elaborate structures that serve as park centerpieces to simpler shelters that offer an easy way to get out of the weather, we cover all of the ways shelters and shade structures can help improve your site.
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Building Better Events: Plan, Execute, Excite
Creating an engaging and effective event doesn't need to be a chore. Here, we talked to experts in event planning to uncover some best practices and smart, innovative approaches to help you put your best face forward.
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Game Day Connections: Entertain & Communicate With Lighting, Scoreboards & Sound
For fans and players alike, the right scoring, lighting and sound systems make a big difference in the enjoyment of the game, whether it's football, soccer, baseball, swimming or any other sport.
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United in Play: The Latest Playgrounds Are for Everyone
Multigenerational play—with elements for keeping families active together—is one of the driving forces in the most recent playground designs, but that's not all. Playground manufacturers continue to innovate on inclusion, nature-connected play and more.
News & Events
Recent Industry News
- PHTA Makes Education Updates
- STMA Names 'Moving Patterns Contest' Winner
- Urban Land Institute to Advise Kansas City on Equitable Parks
- YMCA Research Shows Young Americans Are Optimistic About Creating Change
- Keep American Beautiful Selects National Youth Advisory Council
- PHTA Welcomes New VP of Education
- WHO Says Majority of Adolescents Worldwide Are Not Sufficiently Physically Active
- Five Communities Earn 2019 RWJF Culture of Health Prize
- IAAPA Recognizes Industry Leaders With Service, Young Professional Awards
- IAAPA Inducts Attractions Industry Pioneers into Hall of Fame
- STMA Announces 2019 'Field of the Year' Winners
- Step Into Swim Joins GivingTuesday Movement in 2019
- AOAP, Swim Angelfish Announce Partnership
- Program Helps Schools Address Students' Emotional, Mental Health Challenges
- Study: Students at More Than Half of California's High Schools Are at Risk of Injury
- Orthopaedic Surgeons Discuss Dangers of Sports Specialization
- CMAHC Announces Changes to MAHC Update Process
- Keep America Beautiful Encourages Americans to Join Recycling Effort
- Urban Design Selected as New Stand-Alone Category for ASLA Awards
- IHRSA Releases 2019 Profiles of Success
Recreation Management Magazine
In the November 2019 issue, we feature a deeper dive into managing indoor air quality in natatoriums and other indoor aquatic facilities, as well as offering up ideas and information on how greenways and trails are a boon for conservation. Other features examine the latest trends in playground design, and how fitness equipment is keeping up with demand for functional fitness, technological connection and more.
2019 Buyers Guide
Check out our latest guide to everything you need for your sports, recreation or fitness facility. From aquatic supplies to sporting equipment, from workout machines to park site amenities—and beyond—we've got the most trusted, simple-to-use reference to sports, recreation and fitness products and services in the industry.
Rec Report Newsletter
The Rec Report e-newsletter brings you the most up-to-date ideas and solutions for recreation, sports and fitness facility managers. Every month, we cover the latest and greatest innovations—from programming to facility planning, from research and trends to the newest products—to help you make your facility a success.
Webinar Educational Series
Recreation Management's Webinar Educational Series connects you with the brightest stars in the field of managed recreation, sports and fitness facilities to provide an in-depth look at some of the top issues and challenges in the field today. Join us to learn more about practical solutions to common problems, as well as new developments and innovations in the industry.
2019 State of the Industry
Find out the latest trends in managed recreation, sports and fitness facilities. We surveyed more than 1,4000 industry professionals and summarized their responses in this annual must-read report.