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September 2011
Current IssueHitting the Target
By Kendra Kozen
Today’s waterparks need to continue attracting new audiences to stay afloat. Here’s how to strike a bulls-eye.

Editor’s Note: On Guard
By Gary Thill
I’ve noticed a disturbing trend of lifeguards not only failing to rescue the drowning, but also missing the victims until a swimmer happens upon the body.

Minority Report: The Right Mix
By Tara Eggleston, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Department of Parks and Recreation
A diverse staff is a great way to attract diverse patrons. It all starts with the right recruiting techniques.

LifeSavers: Emergency Training
By Connie Harvey and Stephanie Shook, American Red Cross
Without proper training, lifeguards’ CPR skills can get rusty. Keep them in top shape with these drills.

Tech Talk: A Corrosive Environment
By Dave Schwartz, P.E., Water’s Edge Aquatic Design
Today’s indoor waterparks are more prone to corrosion than ever. An expert offers the best solutions to this common problem.

Lessons Learned: Candid Camera
By Traci Tenkely, the City of Chandler, Ariz.
A city’s YouTube channel delivers a graphic wake-up call about what happens when social media goes too far.


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