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Are You Still Here?

In January, we all make resolutions. And by March, we mostly forget all about them. But wait. Let me tell you a little secret. You can always start again. Any time.

The Last Word with…Bill LoSasso

Before Bill LoSasso became the director of GreenThumb, an arm of New York City Parks that oversees more than 550 community gardens, he was a volunteer community gardener in a large and active GreenThumb community garden in lower Manhattan.

Chicago Team Rows With the Best

Saint Ignatius Chicago Rowing is one the top national competitive rowing programs in the city, with both male and female students and former Olympian rowers coaching the team to success.

Surface Area

From hardwood floors to synthetic floors designed to look like hardwood floors to weight-room surfacing and beyond, it's important to know the ins and outs of indoor flooring.

Restrooms

In addition to environmental factors, there are plenty of other considerations one must take into account when selecting restroom structures.

Restoring a Rare Ecosystem Pays Off

In 2016, Arlington County's Magnolia Bog restoration project earned the Best New Environmental Sustainability Award from the Virginia Recreation and Park Association. The project is a model of natural resource management in urban areas.

Swimming Toward Wellness

Plenty of research has shown that working out and relaxing in the water can provide a wellness boost. Here, we talked to experts about adding wellness programming at aquatic facilities, to the benefit of all.

Healthy Air, Healthy Water

There is no more critical issue to pool owners than the safety of swimmers and staff. Failure to maintain safe water and good air quality can lead to health issues, and problems for your aquatic facility.

Restrooms

When planning a new restroom facility, there are many questions to answer. First and foremost, figure out what type of solution will work best for your site.