November 2022 Issue

Features

Dream Bigger

The Ins & Outs of Destination Sports Parks

If you build it, will they come? Here we take a look at what makes destination sports parks successful.

On the Deck or In the Water

Accessorize to Extend & Enhance Pool Programming

How do you turn a body of water into a destination for fun, fitness, sports and more? Just add recreational, fitness and competitive pool and deck equipment!

Inspire Wonder, Encourage Movement, Ensure Inclusion

Playground Experts Are Redefining Play Space for All

The newest playgrounds offer more inclusion, more adventure, more movement—getting kids of all ages and abilities away from the screen and into the great outdoors.

Get Smart

Technology Solutions to Help Streamline Operations

From AI receptionists to complete recreation management systems and beyond, technology is always finding new ways to help recreation, sports and fitness organizations improve their operations.

Departments

inPERSPECTIVE / AQUATICS: A Deep Dive Into Swimming Safety

There’s plenty of focus on the educational losses of the pandemic in academic terms, but the shutdowns also led to a dearth of opportunities to learn to swim. Now’s the time to address the need to teach everyone how to be safe in the water.

inPERSPECTIVE / PROGRAMMING: Outdoor Activities That Have Your Residents Buzzing

From pickleball and treasure hunts to fun with four-legged friends, outdoor recreation trends are bringing people together.

inPRACTICE / ATHLETIC FACILITIES: A New Nexus for Social & Athletic Life

O’Connell Athletic Center, University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, Conn.
After becoming a co-ed institution, University of Saint Joseph needed to expand its athletic program.

inDESIGN / PARKS & TRAILS: Evolving Community Engagement to Create Better Parks & Trails

The best parks and trails are nurtured through a planning process that engages many stakeholders.

inSERVICE: Stay Grounded With PGMS

Stay Grounded With PGMS
This coalition of grounds management professionals offers everything from education and certification to networking, recognition and more.

Web Exclusives

Above and Beyond

St. Louis Gains A Soccer Venue

From the Editor's Desk

I t's Complicated

A recent study sought to determine the impact of self-compassion on physical health.