The second edition of "Supporting Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Recreation" is expanded to provide the most up-to-date, practical approaches for professionals, as well as families, to support the increasing number of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) of all ages and levels who will be participating in every…

Outdoor adventure education programs generally have not met the demands of older adults. Ways to attract older adults to these programs and to tailor activities to allay their fears and maximize their enjoyment are discussed. (PP)

This document presents guidelines for creating a master plan for community parks and recreation programs. The master plan is a written document used by community decision makers to provide a consistent 5 to 10 year parks and recreation plan. Chapters provide information on: (1) definition and general description of master plans; (2) goals and…

A recreational program designed to teach constructive use of leisure time is described. (JD)

A program is described that provides physical therapy and a wide variety of activities for the handicapped. (JD)

A recreational program with the components of an intramural sports program, informal recreational sports, and club sports, provides students with varied satisfying experiences: wholesome fun, improvement of sport skills, fellowship, and acquisition of lifelong leisure skills. (CJ)

A description is given of an exercise program designed to improve the physical condition and health of older adults. (JD)

Stony Acres is the only outdoor education and recreation center area acquired through the initiative and efforts of college students. These students have planned, supervised, and operated the East Stroudsburg University (PA) center, where visitors participate in academic and recreational activities. The center's history, objectives, and activities…

A "leisure resource room" can help people in the campus community solve the problem of what to do recreationally while giving valuable experience to the professional recreators of the future. (Author)

The Early Intervention Effectiveness Institute established by Utah State University will increase the knowledge base concerning efficacy of various types of early intervention with handicapped children. Let's Play to Grow is a recreation and support program for disabled children and their families with approximately 200 clubs and 6,000 members…

Three considerations governed the planning of a new activity center at Hope College (Michigan): (1) The building should be an activity-oriented rather than a spectator-oriented facility; (2) it should maintain tremendous flexibility in meeting its functions; and (3) it should have a maximum amount of usable space. (JN)

This document describes a Northern Arizona University (NAU) program, Project Daylight, which is a comprehensive intervention and prevention program for alcohol and substance abuse problems on campus. The project involves the entire University community and is designed to be a total, comprehensive strategy. It involves faculty education, staff and…

This book is directed primarily to the managers of recreation and leisure service organizations. Part 1 covers making and implementing policies. The focus is on the executive's role in policy making and developing and implementing personnel policies as the foundation of personnel management. Handling the problem of acquired immune deficiency…

The tourist industry is one of the healthiest and most promising career markets for graduates of recreation education programs. Considerations that should be weighed in selecting tourism education curricula are discussed. (PP)

After-school activity programs to alleviate the worries of working parents with school-age children and to provide these children with directed play are proposed. A budget for such a program; how to locate volunteers; and a sample schedule are suggested. (JL)