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Arthur, Gary J. – Parks and Recreation, 1976
To control and protect the growing number of skateboard enthusiasts, a community has built a multi-angled asphalt bowl for the use of those who engage in this sport. (JD)
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Local Legislation, Physical Recreation Programs, Recreation Legislation
Downs, Joseph P. – Parks and Recreation, 1983
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…
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, County Programs, Facility Planning, Marketing
Dunn, Diana R.; Gulbis, John M. – Parks and Recreation, 1976
New recreation forms characterized by controllable danger, excitement, or thrills are increasingly being propelled from the status of rare offerings to mainstream recreation programs. (JD)
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Community Resources, Leisure Time, Lifetime Sports
AVEDON, E.M. – 1966
IN A DISCUSSION OF RECREATION AND MENTAL RETARDATION, RECREATION AND ITS ROLE IN PROVIDING ENJOYMENT AND OPPORTUNITIES TO LET OFF STEAM, RESOLVE CONFLICTS, AND IMPROVE FEELINGS OF PERSONAL WORTH ARE DEFINED. THE IMPORTANCE OF RECREATION IN PREVENTING MOTOR RETARDATION AND PHYSIOLOGICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPAIRMENTS IN THE MENTALLY RETARDED IS…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Community Recreation Programs, Community Resources
