The Latest Book on Recreation !

INTRODUCTION TO
COMMUNITY RECREATION

Prepared for the
NATIONAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION

By GEORGE D. BUTLER

 

CONTENTS

PART |. 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 II. 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