August 2024 Issue
Features
We’re All in This Together
Teaming Up on Disaster Recovery
As the climate continues to change, natural disasters are expected to become more frequent and severe. With many recreation and park agencies involved in disaster recovery, we offer a glimpse into how agencies and facilities across the country are helping their communities.
Problem Solvers
Aquatics
Innovations in Recirculation Systems for Splash Pads
Add Play Value & Attract Visitors to Your Aquatic Facility
Consistent, Cost-Effective Pool Sanitization
Improve Air Quality at Your Pool
Use Pool Acids to Restore Proper pH Range
Keep Pool Water Clean & Clear
Replace Your Outdated Kiddie Pool
Transform Old Pools, Build New Pools Right
Clean & Maintain Pool Surfaces
Realistic Pool Pricing for City & Commercial Pools
Solve Issues With Lane Line Anchors
Extend the Life of Your Pool Cover
Refurbish Your Splash Pad
Durable, Watertight, Slip-Resistant Surfaces
Save Energy With a Pool Cover
Buildings, Shelters & Restroom Structures
Provide Year-Round Indoor/Outdoor Space
Provide a Restroom Solution for Varying Crowd Sizes
Don’t Forget Shelter
Eco-Friendly Design Tips for Park Restrooms
Address Heat Islands in Schools & Parks
Management Solutions
Improve Online Access to Parks & Recreation Programming
Empower Staff, Engage Patrons With Mobile Tech
Playgrounds & Park Equipment
Stay on Top of Playground Trends
Create a Customized Dog Park
Help Your Park & Visitors Go Green
Design Outdoor Spaces for Everyone
Make Your Site Stand Out With Customized Furnishings
Maximize Play Value in Smaller Spaces
Create Social Spaces With Site Amenities
Encourage Unstructured Free Play
Ensure Maintenance Staff Has Supplies on Hand
Ensure Inclusive, Accessible Parks
Personalize Pet-Friendly Areas
Design an Effective Playground
Save Time & Money on Waste Management
Maintenance-Friendly, Accessible Playground Safety
Create a Sensory Trail
Invest in Furnishings That Last
Sports & Fitness Facilities
Optimize Manpower Using Autonomous Technology
Keep Storage & Locker Areas Organized
Caring for Maple Sports Flooring
Expand Your Athletic Field’s Potential
Department
inSERVICE: Everybody Outside!: The Outdoor Foundation Expands Outdoor Access
Time spent in nature delivers myriad benefits. The Outdoor Foundation is helping more people to find their way into the great outdoors.
Web Exclusive
Protect Patrons from Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide poisoning can happen in recreation facilities. Here’s how to take care that it doesn’t happen to you.
From the Editor's Desk
Accept the Challenge
Whether your facility is facing big problems or little frustrations, you can accept the challenge and get to work on a solution.