Park Structures
Special event management and seasonal rentals have become a vital revenue stream for many park and recreation programs. Park structures provide various opportunities for hosting public events and attracting more visitors with extended seasonal programming. This area contains resources applicable to construction, maintenance, and preservation of environmental centers, pavilions, picnic grounds, and historical buildings within our parks.
Put Some spring in Your Risk Management Program
Peter Erndwein, Delaware Valley Insurance Trusts
No lawn in shaded areas? Read on.
Climber Safety; Know the Ropes
Berliner Play Equipment Informational
Short guide on rope safety and maintenance. Provided by Anna Ranck during PRPS Annual Conference 2026
Overview of Pennsylvania’s Recreational Use of Land and Water Act
Andrew M. Loza and Debra Wolf Goldstein, Esq. (2019). Justin Hollinger, Esq., and Loza updated (2026)
Agencies rights on public Use.
Designing and Maintaining a Pool Maintenance Plan
Michelle Gable, AFO, CPO
An overview of the necessary elements for developing a pool maintenance plan.
Guidelines for Maintaining Streams in Your Community
PA DEP Pamphlet
Does DEP need to be called before you work in a stream? This pamphlet guides that decision.
Overview of PA’s Recreational Use of Land and Water Act
WeConservePA
An information sheet outlining the protections and liabilities of the Recreational Use Act for municipal and private landowners.
Parks Under Pressure: Improving resilience through asset management
Jennifer Pekins
A realistic look at the pressures our parks face and how we can begin to navigate them.
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Guidebook
Self-Published
In the 5th installment of this 7-part series, the author provides you with step-by-step instructions on how to handle a pesticide accident.
On the Job After Natural Disasters, Part 1
John Ball, Ph.D., CTSP
With more extreme weather events, natural disasters have become more common. Learn what you can do to manage these jobs and minimize risk.
Incorporating Natural Elements into Play Spaces: Trends and Benefits
Michelle Keyser
Learn more about this back-to-basics natural trend for playgrounds
The Latest in Playground Grounds
Kenneth Kutska
Learn about new standards created to meet the latest trends in playgrounds, higher structures, and trolley rides.
Playground Maintenance & Inspections
Jeff Barber and Steve Lauzun
Read about how proper maintenance can create safe, functional and beautiful playgrounds for all.
Green Roof Maintenance
Columbia Green Technologies, 2014
Compiled recommendations for the successful establishment of your roof and ongoing maintenance activities for green rooves.
Guidelines for Establishment and Maintenance of Successful Off-Leash Dog Areas
UC Daivs Vet Med, retrieved 2023
This document suggests guidelines that should beconsidered for establishing and managing an off-leash dog park.
Outdoor Developed Areas
US Access Board, 2014
This guide is intended to help designers, owners, and operators understand and use the ABA Standards for trails, picnic and camping facilities, viewing areas, and beach access routes.
