Due Diligence: In the following scenarios, ask yourself what you would do as a recreation professional: An 11-year-old boy is at baseball practice. All the players on his team are actively participating in a drill.
Stay Out Of Hot Water Public hot tubs demand vigilant maintenance, water-quality testing, trained staff, and adequate resources to protect patrons from illness. This article is for Members only
Communication Control Clear communication policies can protect young athletes, coaches, volunteers, and programs in an increasingly connected social-media world. This article is for Members only
Slip-Resistant Thinking When employees make mistakes, supervisors should pause, investigate, decide fairly, act promptly, and rely on clear policies. This article is for Members only
Crossing Paths With Critters As wildlife and cities overlap, park managers need trained staff, response plans, partnerships, and habitat-conscious decisions. This article is for Members only
Wash Away Germs Proper tools, cleaning methods, and staff practices can reduce germs and protect users in busy locker rooms and recreation facilities. This article is for Members only
Eternal Vigilance Successful July Fourth celebrations depend on detailed planning, park-maintenance coordination, volunteers, and prompt follow-up. This article is for Members only
Create A Softer Landing Thoughtful football-field maintenance can create a softer playing surface and help reduce the intensity of player impacts. This article is for Members only
Closed For Maintenance Closed for maintenance—these are three words that parks and rec professionals and patrons do not enjoy seeing posted on the front door of any rec facility. However, when they apply to outdoor aquatic facilities, they can take on a whole new level of importance. This article is for Members only
Ship-Shape With spring in the air, children begin to anticipate the end of another school year and the start of summer camp; this is why parks and rec professionals are gearing up now for high-paced action. This article is for Members only
Smooth Skating Safe ice-rink operations require sound maintenance, trained staff, clear rules, appropriate equipment, and careful emergency planning. This article is for Members only
Lessons Learned A structured constructability review can uncover design conflicts early, reduce change orders, protect schedules, control costs, and improve project delivery. This article is for Members only
