March 2023 Issue

Features

Inspired by the Water

Exploring Waterfront Destination Development 

Communities that have natural or manmade waterfront spaces can transform those areas into recreation destinations. From whitewater parks to inflaCRStable waterparks to simple riverwalks and beyond, there are many ways to transform your waterfront area. 

Time for a Change

Updated Locker Rooms Improve Aesthetics, Function & Inclusion

Locker rooms provide a comfortable place for rest and recovery, a spot for building team spirit, and when designed well, one more perk to convince folks to sign up at your club or facility. This story will examine how to design aesthetically pleasing locker rooms that can make a difference for your members, players, and visitors. 

Water Works

The Ins and Outs of Aquatic Facility Maintenance

Maintaining good water quality and the infrastructure that supports it might not be the most exciting job in the world, but it’s certainly essential to protecting the health and safety of your swimmers, as well as your investment in your facility. Here we take a look at some best practices in maintaining and caring for swimming pools and other aquatic facilities.

Resilient Park Planning and Design

With Big Environmental Challenges Come Great Park Opportunities 
Parks can be a big part of environmental solutions to problems like flooding, heat and more. Here we take a closer look at what it takes to create resilient parks.

Spirit of Adventure

Encouraging Exploration With Adventurous Play
Playgrounds that encourage kids to explore and stretch their limits keep the fun going. Learn more about adventurous playground equipment to get your community started on its own play adventure.

Sites to Behold

Selecting, Placing & Maintaining Site Furnishings
The best-planned sites provide comfortable furnishings that make the park feel welcoming and usable. Here’s a quick guide on how to find the right furnishings for your site.

Departments

inPERSPECTIVE / PICKLEBALL: The Pickleball Effect

There’s a reason pickleball is becoming so popular. It’s fun for everyone!

inPERSPECTIVE / AQUATICS: Keeping Water Clean With Preventive Supplements

Don’t overlook the importance of enzymes for keeping your pool water clean, clear and safe for swimmers. 

inPERSPECTIVE / DOG PARKS: The Modern Dog Park 3.0

Where dog parks were once a nice-to-have, they’ve increasingly become a necessary amenity for communities looking to serve pet parents.

inSERVICE / Teaching Kids to Swim, Community by Community

In Kansas, a partnership arose to bring swimming lessons to an area with some of the worst health outcomes in the state.

Web Exclusives

Get Rid of Stains 

No commercial aquatic facility wants stains in their pools. Here are tips on getting a stain-free pool with sparkling water. 

Renovating a Classic Fountain

Atlanta’s Hurt Park and its iconic fountain have been downtown city fixtures for more than eight decades. A recent extensive renovation aimed to address time’s toll on the site.

From the Editor's Desk

Get Ready

Spring is just about here. Are you prepared?

Plan & Execute

Designing and outfitting a park requires thoughtful planning and careful execution.  
 

Product Showcases

Digital Edition

 

2023 March Cover