APRIL 2019
FEATURES
A Guide to Playgrounds & Park Furnishings
In our annual Guide to Playgrounds and Park Furnishings, we talked to playground manufacturers about the latest trends in play equipment. We also cover selecting and placing site furnishings, as well as ideas on site development..
Reimagining Parks & Play Spaces
The challenges of modern-day park design are being met by innovative thinkers who are finding new ways to balance demographics, political forces, investment priorities, geography and other contributing factors.
Assess Needs, Get Input to Select the Right Play Equipment
Most playgrounds feature an array of apparatuses for children to grow their physical, emotional, cognitive and other skills. But choosing the right playground equipment requires a few first steps.
Site Furnishings to Suit Every Space
Selecting site furnishings for public spaces requires careful thought. Choices should be functional and practical, while also presenting a certain aesthetic.
Climbing, Ropes Courses, Obstacle Racing & Beyond
When you want to provide adventure to your patrons, there are few better options than climbing walls and challenge courses. Learn more about how to bring these amenities to your facility.
Proper Pool Maintenance Procedures
To keep your swimming pool safe for swimmers and the water sparkling and clear, you need to take care of daily, weekly, monthly and other regular tasks. Here's an overview of some smart maintenance practices.
How to Get Your Department and Community More Environmentally Aware
From clever programming that immerses people in nature to education and initiatives to preserve and conserve, parks and recreation organizations continue to spread the word on environmental awareness.
WEB EXCLUSIVES
Kirkland Lake in northeastern Ontario has transformed into a charming town with something to see and do for everyone. Recently, the town added multifunctional indoor pools and aquatic spaces.
There’s a growing trend among athletic aquatic facilities to install eco-friendly equipment. The University of North Carolina in Greensboro recently updated its aquatic facility with energy-efficient equipment.
GUEST COLUMNS
Future-Proof Your Parks & Rec Promotional Strategy
If you want to promote your programs and places, be smart and establish some best practices that will keep your marketing plan strong for the long term.
Weather Warnings
Lightning Alerts for Sports Safety
Outdoor sporting events are fun for everyone, until the weather turns. It’s crucial when planning events of all kinds to be aware of the potential for lightning.
FACILITY PROFILES
Growing Green Space
Various Locations in New York City
From new playgrounds and amenities to improving streetscapes with trees, New York City has been making impressive strides in its already-impressive parks.