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NOVEMBER 2008
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JOBS
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PRODUCTS
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REVIEWS

This book examines the social, religious, artistic, technical and architectural aspects of swimming in a pool and explores man's relationship with the water itself Reviewed by Charles Kroll more...
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BLOGS

With years of industry experience, Kent Williams is a wealth of knowledge on all things aquatic. more...
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STROKES OF GENIUS
Follow the lead of one facility that's planning to soak up the sun (literally) to save money and conserve resources. more...
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MAGAZINE
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News Roundup
Violent Trend Hits Aquatics Facilities
Some pools have become ground zero for violence.
Compliance Race is on as Federal Legislation Nears
Experts say most pools will need to be retrofitted.
VGB Safety Act Q&A Page Goes Live
FAQ page answers many questions people have regarding the safety act.
Aquatic Paralympians Bring Home the Gold
The U.S. Paralympic Swimming Team finished first in the medal standings in 2008.
Efforts to Bridge Aquatic Divide Ongoing
Make a Splash reports success, Hampton University announces new program.
Data Released for Test Kit Accuracy Study
The National Pool Industry Research Center has released the results of its study of pool and spa test kits.
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Online Poll
How will the election of Barack Obama most directly affect your facility? Give your opinion in our online poll.
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Special Report
Infectious Fun
Sprayparks don't have standing water, but they still pose an RWI risk. Here's what the industry can do to protect itself and the public from this growing threat.
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Featured Contributor
With the Olympics still fresh in people's minds, now is a great time to amp-up your in-service training with a new competition, explains Nate Thorne in our Life Savers column. Thorne is the aquatic facilities operations manager for the Town of Plainfield, Ind. He oversees the operations at three facilities: Splash Island Waterpark, Splash Island Indoor Aquatic Center and Clarks Creek Natatorium.
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2008 Dream Designs Showcase
Gregory Gymnasium Aquatic Complex
University of Texas at Austin Like all recreational facility projects on the UT campus, the Gregory Gym Aquatic Complex is student-focused.
View the complete 2008 showcase of the industry's most imaginative design and architecture.
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Calendar
NOVEMBER
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3-4 Aquatic Facility Operator Certification Course
LaCrosse, Wis.
414.423.1210
www.nrpa.org
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15-20 International Pool l Spa l Patio Expo
Las Vegas, Nev.
972.536.6337
www.poolspapatio.com
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17-21 IAAPA Attractions Expo
Orlando, Fla.
703.836.4801
www.iaapa.org
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18-21 Salon Piscine
Lyon, France
011.33.0.4.78.176.237
www.piscine-expo.com
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20-23 Aquatic Therapy Specialty Institute
Chicago, Ill.
866.462.2874
www.atri.org
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22-23 CPO Course
Dallas, Texas
972.316.2020
www.nspf.org
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DECEMBER
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1-3 Academy for Youth Sports Administrators
San Antonio, Texas
800.688.5437
www.nays.org
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3-6 Athletic Business Conference & Expo
San Antonio, Texas
800.722.8764
www.athleticbusiness
conference.com
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3-6 NRPA National Executive Development School
Albuquerque, N.M.
800.626.6772
www.nrpa.org
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6-7 Florida Senior Games - Swimming
Fort Myers, Fla.
866.354.2637
www.flasports.com
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7 Long Course Time Final National Invitational
Atlanta, Ga.
719.866.4578
www.usaswimming.org
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11-13 Short Course Junior Nationals
Austin, Texas
719.866.4578
www.usaswimming.org
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