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McGuire, Robert F. – Parks and Recreation, 1971
At the Milpitas City-School Recreation Department's "adventure playground," piles of scrap wood, cardboard, and other building materials are provided for building at the youngsters' inclinations. (MB)
Descriptors: Playgrounds, Program Development, Recreation, Urban Programs
Gallivan, Patricia S. – Parks and Recreation, 1971
Descriptors: Films, Mobile Educational Services, Playgrounds, Program Development
Riggins, Ronald D. – Parks and Recreation, 1983
Public recreation administrators have often created bland recreational settings because of legislation, policies, and lawsuits. It is time to reintroduce the opportunity for adventurous, professionally managed risk experiences. Safe activities which give children a sense of risk are discussed, and points to be considered when organizing such…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Childhood Needs, Community Recreation Programs, Elementary Secondary Education
