A recreational voucher system can be a mechanism for increasing the responsiveness of the provider of recreational goods and services to consumers, particularly low income consumers. (RC)

Responses of community residents, park and recreation employees, and city council members (N=800) to a survey regarding equitable allocation of public resources for park and recreation services revealed that the groups' opinions differed according to their decision-making role and the services provided. (Author/CB)

The results from this study indicate that on the basis of annual participation rates, distinct groups of recreation users do exist for some outdoor activities; the question is raised of how best public resources for recreation should be distributed. (JD)

A survey of over 400 Iowa and Missouri park and recreation professionals showed that work pressure, job clarity, and staff support were key work environment variables related to burnout. Implications for recreation administration are discussed. (Author/PP)

Investigators studied whether a systematically designed recreation program stressing cooperation and interaction among mentally retarded adults would increase the duration and frequency of social contacts. While the program did increase the frequency of social interactions, effects did not carry over after it ended. (Author/PP)

This article provides information about present and future research trends in North America. (JD)