March 2019
From the Editor's Desk
You can work with what you've got, whether that's an aging-but-lovable facility or a smaller-than-hoped-for construction budget.
Features
Now that industry has largely left the waterfront, many communities are finding new ways to develop these amenities into recreational destinations.
Parks for pets and people need more than just a fence and waste receptacles. To ensure a safe and effective dog park, you need to know some best practices.
Locker room design has come a long way in the past few decades, providing more comfortable amenities that are sure to please patrons.
Recreation, sports and fitness facilities need the right kind of surface to serve the needs of people who are playing sports, working out and getting fit. Here’s some things to consider when making your selection.
Guest Columns
Fitness Facilities: Protecting Our Most Valuable Assets
When people entrust your staff to keep an eye on their kids while they work out, you’re taking on an important responsibility. Here are some best practices that can help you better manage child watch programs.
Web Exclusives
How do you start a campaign to get people around the world moving and getting fitter? Find out more about a campaign to do just that.
When it comes to pool heater failure, improper installation is a common culprit. If you want to be sure pool water stays warm, take time now to review your heater installation.
Guest Columns
Fitness Facilities: Protecting Our Most Valuable Assets
When people entrust your staff to keep an eye on their kids while they work out, you’re taking on an important responsibility. Here are some best practices that can help you better manage child watch programs.
Facility Profiles
Inclusive Play: Sharing the Joy of Play
At this new playground in Hendersonville, Tenn., kids of all abilities can play side-by-side.
Mini Golf: Family-Friendly Fun
A little-used skatepark gets transformed into a mini golf course, providing fun for all ages.
Departments
The Last Word with…Derek Peterson
After graduating from the University of Illinois with a degree in horticulture, Derek Peterson found work at a landscape maintenance company in St. Louis.