CONTENTS

PART I. RECREATION—ITS NATURE, EXTENT, AND SIGNIFICANCE

What Is Recreation?

The Importance of Recreation

Agencies Providing Recreation

Recreation — a Municipal Function

History of Municipal Recreation in the United States

PART Il. LEADERSHIP

Recreation Leadership

Leaders in the Recreation Department

Training Recreation Leaders

Selecting and Maintaining the Leadership Staff
Volunteer Service in the Recreation Department

PART Ill. AREAS AND FACILITIES

City Planning for Recreation
The Design and Equipment of Recreation Areas
Planning Special Areas and Structures

PART IV. ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS

Recreation Activities
Program Planning Principles and Methods
Organizing and Conducting Recreation Activities

PART V. THE OPERATION OF AREAS AND FACILITIES

The Operation of Playgrounds
The Operation of Recreation Buildings and Indoor Centers
The Operation of Recreation Facilities

PART VI. PROGRAM FEATURES AND SERVICES

Arts and Crafts

Athletics and Sports

Drama

Music

Nature, Gardening, and Outing Activities
Other Program Features

Service to Special Groups

Typical Municipal Recreation Programs