VOLUME 22 | ISSUE 2

Aquatics & Annual Buyers Guide

If your department is like any number of them out there right now, you’re experiencing staffing difficulties when it comes to aquatics. We’ve included some tips on how to combat this crisis in our annual aquatics issue, but we’ve also provided some things to smile about. After all—who doesn’t love seeing a packed pool full of kids squealing with delight on a sweltering summer day? Here’s to the wonderful job you do all summer to cool off your community. We thank you and so do your guests. Keep up the great work.

This Month’s Articles

Featured

Dr. Chris Thurber

Three Real-World Aquatic Emergencies

Dr. Chris Thurber

In Camp Waterfront Management ($24.95 on Amazon), author Cathy Scheder emphasizes the distinction between lifeguards’ certifications and their competence. Scheder, who also holds a doctorate in educational leadership and serves on the faculty of the University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point, was one of the first aquatic professionals to advocate for rigorous on-site lifeguard training and skills verification.

Dr. Chris Thurber

Jason Schaitz

Camp Administration 101: Guidelines For Swimming

Jason Schaitz

Campers swimming and engaging in other water activities with friends can be the highlight of the summer. However, swimming is also dangerous and should be taken seriously

Jason Schaitz

Rodney Auth

Everything You Need To Know (Maybe)

Rodney Auth

As an enthusiastic skier and ski patroller, my life moves in predictable rhythms. Beginning around Thanksgiving, I find as much time as possible to click into my skis—hiking and touring the backcountry before and after work to find some turns, and hit our local resort when time allots.

Rodney Auth

Calendar

Rodney Auth

Silvana Clark

Things To Do At Day Camp

Silvana Clark

In the early 1980s, I had my first real job at a parks and recreation department. It had a strong sports program but lacked the typical day camps, craft programs, or dance classes that most other departments had.

Silvana Clark

Rodney Auth

This-N-That

Rodney Auth

Looking for ways to beat the heat? Mix your favorite game with a little bit of water and you have a recipe for laughter and lighthearted fun. Here are some ideas:

Rodney Auth

Mike Carr

Simple Yet Efficient

Mike Carr

There is value in sharing expertise. It helps save time, resources, money, and maybe even sweat.

Mike Carr

Jonathan Caflun

On The Waterfront

Jonathan Caflun

The waterfront can be the most fun—yet dangerous—part of a summer camp. Whatever water elements camps have (i.e., pools, ponds, or lakes), water safety remains one of the biggest concerns for most directors.

Jonathan Caflun

Robert Kravitz

Social-Media Marketing

Robert Kravitz

Historically, camp owners have difficulty promoting all of their facilities’ features and benefits. While advertising in publications invariably pays off, not all camps can afford it; in some cases, there aren’t any publications in a geographic area that would benefit them.

Robert Kravitz

Fiona Scott

Evaluating Water Activities

Fiona Scott

Water is a staple of many camps. Yes, of course, camps provide and encourage drinking water throughout the heat of summer, but water also hosts a number of activities that allow campers to cool off, squeal with delight while playing with friends, and beam with pride while learning a new skill (or even brush up on an old one).

Fiona Scott

Jason Schaitz

Camp Administration 101: Stay Alert And No One Gets Hurt

Jason Schaitz

Proper supervision of campers is of utmost importance to ensure the safety of participants and should be taken very seriously. Regardless if you are coordinating an activity, taking a trip, or even having downtime, counselors must make sure they never let their guard down.

Jason Schaitz

Product Review

Product Reviews

Kaivac AutoVac Stretch

Designed for extreme soil removal in all types of settings with autoscrubber performance—but at a fraction of the cost—this wide-area floor-cleaning system also improves worker productivity—another cost savings. And the AutoVac is designed with sustainability in mind. Green Seal certified, it uses up to 75-percent less water and 66-percent less chemicals than comparable floor-cleaning systems.

https://kaivac.com/

Luminis Faux Wood Finishes

Luminis is offering faux wood finishes for a range of its exterior luminaires. With realistic grain and knots, the faux wood finish has the look and feel of real wood. Landscape architects and designers can bring the warmth and natural charm of wood to any outdoor environment. Ten colors are available, each of which is UV stabilized so there is no concern for weather or wear.

www.luminis.com

Adventure Golf Bunkers & Bumps Putting Course

Adventure Golf & Sports (AGS) is introducing Bunkers & Bumps (B&B), a new style of putting course that is like a miniaturized real golf course with enhanced topography, artificial putting and rough turf, along with faux sand bunkers protecting or challenging certain shots. An 18-hole course is condensed to fit 12,000 square feet and a nine-hole course will fit in 6,000 square feet.

(231) 922-8166

www.AGSGolfandSports.com.

Aqua&more Touch Deck

Touch Deck PVC is a reinforced membrane created to renovate and waterproof decks in aquatic facilities—from water parks and wave pools to athletic facilities or community pools. This 80-mil thick membrane renovates decks to make them waterproof and slip-resistant—a terrific solution for common deck problems including cracks, chips, peeling paint, and more. Provides long-term ease of maintenance. Ideal for renovation or new construction. Available in a variety of colors.

(732) 569-7750

www.aquaandmore.com

Ex-Cell Kaiser Arena Series

These 51-gallon receptacles feature a diagonal perforated pattern punched into the body with the option of a satin stainless-steel finish or one of Ex-Cell’s powder-coated finishes. Matching leak-proof rigid plastic liners accompany each unit. Available with the option of standard laser-cut graphics, custom logo/design graphics, or no graphics at all. Made for indoor or outdoor use, the units come with two different lid options—an aluminum dome top or a hooded rain top.

http://www.ex-cell.com

ClearSpan Bolt Up Building

Designed for easy installation, the ClearSpan Bolt Up Building provides a structural solution for any operation on any property. The kits are weld free and bolt together for easy assembly, allowing a limited crew or group to put it together in just a day or two. The standard package includes an installation guide, framing, roof, cladding, trim, doors and all the required accessories to complete a fully functional and professional-looking building. The buildings are rated for up to 145 mph wind loads and 30-pound ground snow loads, and can withstand just about any region or climate, delivering a dependable structure at a competitive price point. Available in four sizes.

(866) 643-1010

www.clearspan.com

DuraChlor Rust-N-Scale

Effectively removes pool surface staining caused by metals. This product crystallizes and removes suspended metal particles from pool water, using the existing filtration system. Removes metals such as iron, copper, silver and manganese. This product also prevents metal stains and scale buildup. Protects plumbing and equipment and is compatible with all sanitizers and all filtration types. Ideal for use before winterizing pools to prevent ugly metal stains from taking hold during those long winter months. Made in USA.

(800) 333-0400

www.durachlorpool.com