PRB (Parks & Rec Business)

11/28/2025

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Our December Leadership & Management issue will be online Dec. 1 and hitting mailboxes soon after. Watch this space for more info.

For now, a preview of what's to come from Wilderness Awareness School.

11/27/2025

The team at PRB+ extends a Happy Thanksgiving to all the folks who keep parks, rec, and camp running year-round. We're grateful for the many ways, big and small, that you bring people together and boost quality of life in communities around the country.

11/26/2025

ICYMI: In "Life-Saving Deactivation," camp columnist Dr. Chris Thurber highlights the danger of improperly disposing of camp supplies. From damaged life jackets to hazardous materials, proper handling is key for the safety of staff, campers, and the broader community: https://www.prbplus.com/life-saving-deactivation/

11/25/2025

ICYMI: In "Year-Round Revenue", Camp Administration 101 columnist Jason Schaitz offers a playbook for to keep business going long after the last camper departs: https://www.prbplus.com/year-round-revenue/

11/24/2025

ICYMI: This week (before we unveil our December issue), we're calling your attention to a few PRB+ November stories that deserve a second look.

Today, "More Than Fun". This excellent piece by Clement Lau positions water-based recreation not only as a favorite pastime but also as critical community infrastructure.

Despite its importance, however, access to safe and affordable water play is highly dependent on location. Read Clement's story to understand why that shouldn't be the case: https://www.prbplus.com/more-than-fun/

11/21/2025

We're still looking for presenters for CampFest 2026. This is a virtual conference happening in February—see original post for details. Presentations can address any type of camp (e.g., overnight, day, specialty, etc.).

Submit a proposal today: https://www.prbplus.com/submit-files/

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11/20/2025

PROJECT PORTFOLIO 2025 — CAST YOUR VOTE: You have until Jan. 5, 2026, to pick your favorite projects of the year across 9 categories. Best Playground is especially competitive, with entries from Landscape Structures Inc., BCI Burke Playground Equipment, and Soft Play LLC.

Winners will be crowned in our February issue, as part of a visual feast highlighting the best of parks, rec, and camp. See the nominees and make your picks here: https://promos.prbplus.com/project-portfolio?ref=prbplus.com

11/19/2025

Read "From Community Need To Civic Icon" to learn how OLC Ohlson Lavoie Collaborative helped Palm Coast, Fla., stay ahead of the curve: https://www.prbplus.com/from-community-need-to-civic-icon/

11/17/2025

In City of Palm Coast, FL - Government, residents wanted more recreation and wellness options, with special emphasis on racquet sports. Southern Recreation Center was the answer — a game-changing facility that has transformed the community.

Learn about OLC Ohlson Lavoie Collaborative's design and construction processes in "From Community Need To Civic Icon": https://www.prbplus.com/from-community-need-to-civic-icon/

11/14/2025

It may seem straightforward to evaluate and determine siting criteria to mitigate the “ping-ponging” noise from pickleball. But the team at Weston & Sampson proves it's more nuanced than that. Read their case study here: https://www.prbplus.com/conducting-a-sound-pickleball-siting-study/