Discusses a boys' athletic program, sponsored by a petroleum company, that provides for nationwide baseball competition. (NQ)

This article: (1) clarifies the meaning and intent of contract services; (2) reviews past and current uses and implications; (3) discusses conditions and circumstances that influence use of contracting services; and (4) presents a conceptual model that reduces negative connotations and that encourages use of contract services as a management tool.…

Court cases are reviewed to show factors that courts are most likely to examine in determining the legality of leasing public recreational facilities to private operators. A checklist for developing defensible leasing arrangements of public recreational facilities to private operators is provided. (CJ)

Assistance programs for local park and recreation related projects administered by federal departments or independent agencies are listed for recreation managers who are facing smaller than usual budgets. (JD)

The benefits and drawbacks of using private sector contractors to manage parks and recreation activities typically run by city, county, or state governments are explored. Criteria to be used in deciding if contracting is feasibile for a particular department are suggested. (DF)

Public agencies can benefit from cost savings in forestry services, park security, and maintenance when park and recreation departments contract out for services. Pros and cons of contracting out and guidelines for this process are offered. (DF)

Natural, human, and capital resources necessary for building recreational trails are noted. (GW)