The Basics Of Trip Leadership: Reflections of a Long Distance Hiker
I like to think of myself as a long distance hiker. Sure, I enjoy taking day hikes, especially as there’s usually a hot shower and a great meal waiting at the end. But, perhaps the core of my hiking/backpacking
Defibrillator Decision
A noticeable increase in ink used to cover an issue or subject is one way to catch and prepare for trends. One issue that's making the rounds in the mainstream press is the AED, or Automated External Defibrillator.
The EPA & U
"EPA Cites Central Connecticut State University for Water and Waste Violations" (EPA New England, 2002)
"EPA Proposes $358,000 Penalty Against Fitchburg State College for Waste Violations" (EPA New England, 2003)
On the Waterfront
There are two basic rules to follow when managing camp waterfront programs: Rule number one: Have Fun! Rule number two: Play Safe! The information below is designed to serve as a primer for those charged with the
Seven Steps to Security
Years ago I had the pleasure of working for Rev. Richard Chamberlain, Director of Camp Merrowvista (an American Youth Foundation Camp) in Ossipee, N.H.
Aquatic Safety Review, Part 1
A recent trend by some companies is to only report safety issues when more than several people have been hurt and only when the sum total of insurance claims are greater than the cost of fixing the problem.
Aquatic Safety Review, Part 2
What follows is the second part of a three-part guide to the important checkpoints in an aquatics facility, whether indoors or outdoors, to help ensure safety.
Aquatic Safety Review, Part 3
Part 1, which ran in the February issue, focused on structures and the pool environment, and Part 2, which ran in the March issue, focused on electrical and mechanical engineering.