Joint use of school and community facilities is considered in a collection of reports organized under the following general headings--(1) cooperative planning for creative learning, living and leisure, (2) design for learning, living and leisure, and (3) balancing quality and economy in schoolhouse planning. (FS)

This is the first revision of "Federal Outdoor Recreation Programs," updating information first provided in May, 1968, by the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation in cooperation with other Federal agencies. Programs described in this publication broadly reflect the scope of Federal involvement in outdoor recreation and related environmental…

A total of 616 representative agencies were visited and studied in terms of recreation services provided to handicapped children and youth. Of the 616, 88% provided some recreation services. Findings are presented by category of agency: commercial agencies, libraries and museums, 4-H clubs, churches, community agencies, public recreation agencies,…

The guidelines presented are intended to assist recreation agencies in extending their services to handicapped children. Basic information is given on getting a program started: services to provide, staffing, funding, program coordinator, facilities, locating equipment, volunteers, and where to obtain advice. Identified are the needs and…

Suggestions regarding provision of recreation services to handicapped children are offered to parents and friends of such children. Listed are types of community agencies likely to have recreation programs for disabled children, and the kinds of services each is likely to provide. Guidelines for parents who wish to help start a recreation program…

The report presented herein provides a comprehensive summary of the philosophical and educational structure of H.P.E.R. (Health Science, Physical Education and Recreation) and its relationship to general education at Briar Cliff College. The unique structure of H.P.E.R. is presented as well as its rationale and a conceptual view of its inner…

The economic equivalency index (EEI) is a statistical construct used for quantifying the value of leisure experiences to the individual and is a potentially valuable tool in justifying leisure service expenditures in park and recreation systems. (MJB)

A behaviorally anchored rating scale serves as a foundation for an effective human performance resources management system. Suggestions for developing an evaluation form for seasonal park and recreation employees are discussed. (DF)

Intramural recreational sports directors from 117 universities were surveyed to obtain information about the status and trends in administration and activities of their intramural-recreational programs. Program personnel, administrative control, revenue sources, and activities are discussed. (DF)

The growth of employee recreation has been steady over the past several decades. Several employee service programs are described, and methods of implementation, activities offered, and results are discussed. (DF)

Recreation program planners can learn from program failures. Failures should not be viewed as negative statements about personnel. Examining feelings in a supportive staff environment is suggested as a technique for developing competence. (DF)

With the growing popularity of intramural-recreational programs comes the need for qualified program administrators. College curriculum opportunities for those interested in the intramural-recreational profession are rare, but necessary to develop competency. (DF)

Considerations peculiar to recreational program planning for American Indians are examined. (GW)

Describes the history of National Parks and the controversy over their use. Emphasizing the lack of definitive legislation, Frederick Law Olmsted's original philosophy for establishing national parks is proposed for defining the role of parks today. Concludes that activities not directly enhancing nature (e.g., ski runs) are not appropriate in the…