This document provides a set of generalized guidelines for the design of units in large family campgrounds. Managers of recreational lands have two responsibilities and goals: to protect the natural resources, and to provide an enjoyable experience for users. With these goals in mind, unique variables to each unit such as shade, site aesthetics,…

In 1964, Canyonlands was established as the 32nd U.S. national park, covering 400 square miles at the junction of the Green and Colorado Rivers in Utah. This booklet gives the early history of the area, a summary of the geologic history of the park, and a description of the high mesas, benchlands, and canyons. There are 81 illustrations including…

The purpose of this paper is to provide information on child psychology and child development which could be useful to persons planning interpretive programs for children in public parks and recreation areas. Aspects of physical, cognitive and social developmental processes in children of different ages are described briefly and specific examples…

The objectives of the reported conference were: 1) to determine what significant changes are occurring in campground management; 2) to view demonstration campground areas and discuss related information dissemination efforts; 3) to determine what campground research is presently underway, and whether more is needed; and, 4) to determine possible…

Presented are the proceedings of the European Conference for National Parks and Equivalent Reserves held at the Peak National Park Study Centre, Castleton, England in 1978. Thirty-nine representatives from 10 countries focused on the relationship between the parks and the people connected with them (the local people, the visitors, and the park…

CERTAIN CRITICAL CRITERIA SHOULD BE CONSIDERED IN SELECTING THE SCHOOL SITE. IMPORTANT IS THE STUDY OF SUCH FACTORS AS PRESENT AND PROJECTED PUPIL POPULATION, THE SCHOOL MASTER PLAN, MAIN THOROUGHFARES, DWELLINGS, LAND USE, SOILS, (SHOWN BY SERVICE MAPS), EXISTING SCHOOL FACILITIES AND ATTENDANCE, BOUNDARIES, UTILITY SERVICES AND FLOOD CONTROLS.…

This paper states that there are two fundamental reasons for the comparative absence of computer use for parks and recreation at the present time. These are (1) lack of clear cut cost justification and (2) reluctance on the part of recreation professionals to accept their role as managers and, consequently, to utilize modern management tools. The…

Describes pattern of resource distribution for park and library services in several Virginia cities. Suggests that (1) inequalities are dispersed, not cumulative; (2) distribution of benefits cannot be accounted for on the basis of neighborhood demographic characteristics; and (3) issues of resource allocation appear to be resolved on the basis of…

This article traces the history of the development of the National Recreation and Park Association's system of accreditation. (JD)

Permitting elderly retired persons to live in trailers on public grounds has led to problems of environmental deterioration and unsanitary conditions; modest public facilities meeting local sanitation requirements and charging a nominal fee help to improve the situation. (JD)

Results of the 1986 Society of Park and Recreation Educators Survey of parks and recreation programs in higher education are discussed, including (1) student major characteristics such as race and gender; (2) projected enrollment of majors; (3) number of graduates; (4) various option programs in the field; (5) types of jobs entered by graduates;…

Provides tips for viewing Comet Halley in the Northeast including best viewing dates from November 1985-January 1986. Discusses going south to view the comet in March-April 1986 and gives specific information about accommodations for the Halley Rally in Everglades National Park, southernmost site in the contiguous 48 states. (JHZ)

Computers can serve as a valuable management tool for park and recreation agencies by providing storage, manipulation, and retrieval of data; increasing efficiency; and extending services. Various microcomputer applications are examined, and several sources of introductory computer information are offered. (DF)