George Mason University's new Patriot Center arena is built and owned by the university but managed and in part designed by operators of a local sports and entertainment complex. This allows the university to have the arena's benefits without having to learn the business of operating it. (MSE)

In an effort to serve a broader spectrum of needs in the community, the New Castle County, Delaware, parks system has moved into new and challenging areas of human services. (SK)

The growth of the Dalton, Georgia, park and recreation system is attributable to a continuing spirit of harmony among elected officials, lay contributors, community groups, and professional recreation and park personnel. (SK)

This book offers guidelines for planning and designing cost-effective community recreation and sports facilities and open spaces in Australia. Seven chapters include: (1) "Benefits of Recreation and Sport" (e.g., quality of life, and diversity of recreation and sport); (2) "Provision of Recreation and Sport Open Spaces" (e.g.,…

Much of the demand for urban recreation has come to involve day-long or weekend trips to sites located outside urban centers. This article, therefore, examines the spatial pattern of demand for vacation homesites located on land under urban influence. The household choice model given in the article allows for residents of more than one urban…

Describes the Body Shop,'' a free-standing, 2-level physical education structure used by both boys and girls at Mundelein (Illinois) High School. The building is designed to displace a typical facility for limited activities; geared to the lifetime sports concept; and structured as a research orientation, tutoring, and practice center for an …

Parks and recreation agencies must adapt to decreased federal funding by improving efficiency, developing new sources of income, building public support, and making cuts if necessary. All staff members should be part of the decison making process. (JMK)

Indoor recreational facilities in Fairfax County, Virginia, owe their success to (1) development of comprehensive plans, which take into account site location, community needs, area trends, and financing possibilities, and (2) use of continuous marketing strategies. The centers are self-supporting. Each offers a variety of recreation/sports…

A study examined how older adults in five large American cities use their local parks. Specifically, the study examined: (1) user motivation and satisfaction; (2) logistics of park use; (3) onsite behavior and attitudes; and (4) criticisms of the park environment. Implications for park management are given. (Author/PP)

Part time employees need to feel that their work is important and contributory to the organization. Part time employees who have demonstrated capability should be given an area of responsibility and authority. (JN)

Designing environmental interpretation facilities and programs to satisfy the needs of the visually impaired requires innovation and adaptation. Physical barriers should be eliminated and multisensory communication methods emphasized. Meeting the (design) requirements of the visually handicapped can enhance the interpretive experiences of all…