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Vol. 5, No. 1
Published by the Georgia Redreationj4rftrits%LQ"^
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August - September 1971
This section of the Chattahoochee River has been called by some the
•nost scenic stretch of any river within a large urban city any place in the
Southeast. Just around the bend are 200' bluffs, rock outcroppings and
nagnif icient views which defy description. Can you imagine how the level.
Flood-plain area to the left would look with an apartment complex 10'
from the water?
'reparing to depart on the Legislative Orinetation of the river are these
nembers of the Chattahoochee River Joint Study Committee. Lou
Sreathouse (left) who has been a crusader for legislative protection of the
'liver, and Jim Cone, (right) the DeKalb County Parks and Recreation
Director are going over last minute details with (l-r) Ross Wilson, Rep.
Howard Atherton, Senator Cy Chapman and son Scott, Rep. Marton
«\>ung, and Rep. Brad Dorminy, Co-Chairman of the Study Committee.
E CHATTAHObSfiE
QRHtM*iKs
The Chattahoochee RjveT*from Buford Dam to Peachtree
Creek is recognized as a natural, cultural, recreation resource
of major importance in the Georgia Heritage.
Within the past year, the river has been the subject of much
controversy regarding rezoning of property, available public
access points, water quality, protection of flood plains and
shorelines and, in general, the private versus public use of and
access to the river.
Last year the State Interagency Council on Outdoor
Recreation requested that the Georgia General Assembly take
appropriate action to: (1) Establish Public Policy and declare
the State's interest in the Chattahoochee Scenic River from
Peachtree Creek to Buford Dam; (2) Declare the Chattahoo-
chee a Model Inland River for Scenic and Recreational Values
in the State; (3) Establish State Regulatory controls, with
area-wide and local planning and review process to assure
scenic protection of the river corridor; and prohibit any
permanent structural developments in the flood plain; estab-
lish a minimum set-back of permanent buildings of 200' from
each channel bank and prohibit developments on steep slopes
(over 15%) in order to protect the scenic back drops and
bluffs, protect the region's main water, and avoid severe soil
erosion.
It was further recommended by Council members that (4)
adequate public access areas be reserved from the remaining
potential sites on the river corridor; and (5) a Moritorium be
placed on developments in the riverscape and creation of a
major public park be considered in the area referred to as the
Palisades pending completion of a Bureau of Outdoor Recrea-
tion Study.
Legislation was introduced which would have largely
accomplished these recommendations. However, it was re-
ferred to the Chattahoochee River Joint Study Committee
whose Chairman is Senator Robert Walling of DeKalb County.
Through Senator Walling's efforts serious study of the river has
taken place which is expected to precede successful legislation
when this year's General Assembly convenes.
Since last October, the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation has
labored to complete its Chattahoochee Recreation Area Study
and has attempted to draw upon the expertise of various local,
state, federal, private and public agencies and individuals in
order to assemble a plan of development and conservation of
the river and its shorelines, flood plains and slopes.
As of this writing the projected completion date of the
Bureau of Outdoor Recreation Study is November 8th. This
study will outline recommendations for recreation areas,
access points to the river (18-20 in number, 5 to 40 acres in
E
COMSNG EVENTS
October 19-22
Congress
on R( and Parks
Houston, Tt
November 17-19
e Conference
on Recreation and Parks
Ma<
"Recreation in Georgia"
publication of the Georgia Recreation Com-
mission, Trinity-Washington Building, 270
Washington Street, S.W., Room 703, Atlanta,
Georgia 30334 - Telephone: 656-2790
JOHN H. DAVIS-Executive Director
JAMES A. COLLEY-Deputy Executive Director
LONICE BAR RETT- Assistant Director
THAD STUDSTILL-Assistant Director
DR. HAROLD D. MEYER-Consultant
Commission Members
LUKE L. RUSHTON, Chairman
Young Harris
JAMES E. BROWN, Vice Chairman
Dal ton
MRS. CICERO A. JOHNSTON
Atlanta
ROBERT K. BROWN
East Point
H. ALAN FRAZER
Columbus
ROBERT T. BAGGOTT, JR.
Newnan
MRS. W. A. BOWEN
Statesboro
VERNE J. PICKREN
Folkston
ANTON HUBER
Moultrie
GEORGE McELVEEN
Richmond County
THE CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER-TODAY! TOMORROW? (Cont.)
.al and historical sites, natural areas, and list priorities on all of these.
The most frequently mentioned projected developmental cost of the river corridor
•unts to approximately $40 million dollars from federal sources such as HUD, the
Bureau of Outdoor Recreation, Land and Water Conservation Fund,_and the
Department of Transportation.
The local governments of Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, Gwinnett, and Forsythe Counties
e been encouraged in the protection of the river corridor by continuing their
individual efforts to obtain the critically needed access are
Special emphasis is given to the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation Study I in the
year that has elapsed since B.O.R. initially announced plans to conduct the study,
tremendous interest has been generated. Many events have transpired which have had
both positive and negative results upon the river.
With some people or groups, the thought in mind has been to sell riverside land to
developers with the only consideration being personal gain without regard to the
detriment of a region wide public resource. While landowners have differed in opinion
over the proposed river corridor being an invasion of their personal privacy, the majority
landowners view protection of the riverscape as being absolutely necessary and have
organized activist groups to work to that end. Others, however, have viewed proposed
ling restrictions, particularly within the flood plain, as negating their privilege to use
their personal property as they might wish. This is to say that some people would build
houses or apartments in the flood plain at the risk of having the general public pay for
their flood hazard loss.
Governor Jimmy Carter, on behalf of the State of Georgia, intervened recently into
the oftentimes hotly disputed situation surrounding the river and filed suit against the
private developers who have managed to obtain a controversial rezoning of an area of
property near the scenic Palisades region. Governor Carter's action provided added
significance to an already pending suit filed by private landowners. The Governor was
able to iron out an agreement with the developers regarding limited public access,
parking, setbacks and other concessions. This action, though admitted by Governor
Carter to be a late-date compromise, represents the increasing determination by state
eminent to provide the impetus whereby all of the interests of the public, private
and commercial sectors can harmoniously work toward a sensible plan for orderly
regional development of the waterway.
Such a plan would^call for the protection of the flood plains, water quality and scenic
shorelands by the public sector in order that private developments might occur in
adjoining complimentary locations which would minimize degradation of the river
idor. Through such a plan of short and longrange benefits to both the general public
and the private sector, the natural beauty of the scenic riverscape, the water quality, the "
trout fishery, and the great natural recreation asset which now immediately serves
one-fourth of the citizens of Georgia could be preserved.
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the biggest jobs facing People today. As the roots of grass reach
ley strengthen their hold on the soil and water. As People act
o improve their habitat, they strengthen the quality of their entire natural
world. ,pied)
This area is perhaps the most popular and attractive spot along the
Chattahoochee River as this is the entrance to the region referred to as the
Palisades. In the background is the land which was recently rezoned to
permit construction of an apartment and office building complex within
the flood-plain. All of the land pictured is posted, complete with security
guard and NO Trespassing signs.
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e utter dilemma of gaining access to the river is reflected by these cars
gaily parked (and ticketed) by families, high school and college students
I others deisring to tube, canoe, raft or even swim in the Palisades area
the river. This photograph was taken near the intersection if 1-285 and
5 on a Sunday afternoon.
STATE COMMISSION RELEASES
NEW SALARY STUDY FOR
PUBLIC RECREATION/PARK
EXECUTIVES
The Georgia Recreation Commission
has released the latest data available for
public recreation and park officials in
Georgia. The 1971 study reveals that
salaries range from $7,800 to a maximum
of $22,863.00. The average of the 61
reporting fulltime departments was
$11,026.95. This average representing an
increase of $ 1 ,326.95 .
Copies of the study may be obtained
by writing to the Georgia Recreation
Commission, 270 Washington Street,
S.W., Atlanta, Georgia 30334.
18 RECREATION/PARK
STUDIES UNDERWAY BY
STATE COMMISSION
The Georgia Recreation Commission
has underway some 18 recreation/park
studies as requested by local govern-
ments. The studies deal with the basic
facts necessary for implementation of a
sound recreation/park system for a city
or county.
The Commission is involved in studies
of varying degrees with: Albany -Dough-
terty County, Americus, Brunswick,
Chamblee, Cherokee County, Chicka-
mauga, Covington, Hapeville, Milledge-
ville, Royston, Tattnall County, Quitman,
Youth Development Center. Clinch (
ty, Fulton County, Henry County, Harris
County, and Adel. Georgia
CLAUDE M. LEWIS, Director of Recreation
for the City of Warner Robins is warmly
congratulated by Governor Jimmy Carter upon
being sworn in as a new member to the Board
of Recreation Examiners. Mrs. Claude Lewis
beams approval of the appointment.
PSYCHOLOGIST DR. JOYCE BROTHERS, SEES BIKES AS TEENAGER "THING"
— Commenting on changing teenage attitudes, motivational psychologist Dr. Joyce
Brothers said that bikes may be replacing cars in the dreams of a good many teenagers as
part of a committment to fighting pollution and poverty "Having fun and doing their
ecology thing." Credit: Bike Commuters' News, Volurr
THE AUTHOR
JACK C. DELIUS is General Manager of Parks
and Recreation for the City of Atlanta. He was
elected to this position in March 1964 at the
age of 30 making him the youngest department
head in the history of the city.
Mr. Delius is a native of Smyrna, Georgia. He
holds a B.S. Degree from Georgia State Univer-
sity and has completed additional academic
work at the University of Georgia.
The C&S Bank, on a strictly anonymous
basis, decided to attempt to fully equip
with modern, colorful playgound appara-
tus, 60 or more playlots most of which
are located in deprived areas. The bank
offered to match, dollar for dollar, all
nonations received from individuals,
churches, civic organizations, etc. up to a
total of $100,000. The bank was to order
and be committed for the payment of the
equipment without the City of Atlanta
being directly involved. The bank selected
a supplier with whom they had dealt
previously on similar projects in other
cities. Mr. VanLandingham wanted all of
the equipment installed from scratch on
Saturday, June 5, 1971. But after a
survey of the mechanics involved it was
quickly determined that holes had to be
dug and concrete had to be poured
several days in advance for the installa-
tion of many [uipment.
The City of Atlanta Department of Parks
Recreation is divided into four area
I has
15 to 17 playlol i had to be
red. Soi one
on over-
i adio
d the
SPRING SWING TO PLAYGROUNDS
For several years the Community Development Corporation of the C&S National Bank
has conducted a community wide improvement project in the Atlanta area. In the
summer of 1970 the bank enlisted volunteers from its own staff, help from the City of
Atlanta's Sanitary Division of the Public Works Department, churches, fraternal orders,
civic associations and private individuals in cleaning up various economically disadvan-
taged neighborhoods of our City. The key to the project and the success could be
directly contributed to the heavy citizen involvement. The Community Development
Corporation feels that it is not just enough to make a donation and then stand back to
see what happens - they want people involved so that a vested interest is created. This
year, in the early spring, Mr. William VanLandingham, Executive Vice President of the
C&S Bank and president of the Community Development Corporation, contacted the
Atlanta Parks and Recreation Department and asked for a list of needed projects that
could be done during the summer of 1971. Since Atlanta is very deficient in open space:
and in the development for facilities for recreation and leisure time, the list of items
that was submitted to Mr. VanLandingham was rather lengthly. One thing that caught
his eye was the some 112 playlots that are generally located in the economically
disadvantaged areas of our city which are leased for $ 1 .00 a year by the City of Atlanta.
The playlots are an attempt to bridge the gap of deficiency that exists in recreation
facilities in Atlanta until such time as a massive bond issue can be successfully passed;
and for once the city can have at least the minimum number of acreage required under,
NRPA standards, etc.
tliis time Major Donald Tapscott, Com-
manding Officer of the 5th Battalion,
197th Infantry Brigade at Fort Benning
came forward and said to the City,
"LOOK, we do a lot of community work
on an overseas basis, so why not do
community work right here at home?"
Immediately Major Tapscott dispatched
32 enlisted men on a voluntary basis to
Atlanta. It became obvious that billeting
would be a problem as well as food. Fort
McPherson graciously agreed to accept
quarters responsibilities for the soldiers,
and the Pryor Street Elementary School
arranged to prepare double portion meals
for these hard working young men during
the duration of "Spring Swing to Play-
grounds." On June 5th the Army showed
up with additional forces consisting of
radio technicians, and engineers, and thus
the project had not only the City of
Atlanta's two-way communication
system, but also a backup system pro-
vided by the Army. The Army brought
with them 20 additional large trucks, and
these were divided among the four park
districts, and along with the City's ve-
hicles, all were loaded by 2:00 a.m. on
the morning of June 5th. At 7:30 a.m. all
of the trucks began to roll. Equipment
iiopped i ch respective play-
ground, witheither an Army enlisted man
Parks and Re^
ig willi the equipment to guard it
vandalism, e ,ank
e m p i
groups, etc. along with City personnel!
began to assemble the equipment using]
tools donated by Sears & Roebuck and]
cooling off with refreshments provided \
by the Coca-Cola Company. By 10:45
a.m. three of the four districts were fully]
installed and the playground equipment]
in use by literally thousands of happy]
children. By 1:00 the fourth district wasj
finished and them the bank sponsored a]
mammoth chicken fry at the pavilion in \
Piedmont Park. The playgound equip-]
ment manufacturer flew into Atlanta and!
viewed the operation ajid later told thel
City that this was probably the largest!
purchase and the largest installation of]
playground equipment in the history of]
the United States. Early the following!
Monday morning towns and communities!
near Atlanta began to call for informa-j
tion. We now understand that several j
cities are carrying off the same type of
program with the help of C&S Bank.
WHAT DID ALL OF THIS ACCOM-
PLISH? Well, first of all and very ob-
viously, it provided a tremendous up-
ing of 67 different playlots. In one'
fell swoop it provided the City of Atlanta
with as much playground equipment
annual budget would have providec
in 30 years (we get about $5,000 a
wings, slides, etc.) But perhaps more
important than that, in the words of Mr,
Dick Jones of C&S Bank and Mr. Lee
ordinator of Spring Swing H
Playgounds, it showed the Atlanta Parks
and Recreation Department that it can
tackle just about anything and that if this
project could be carried off with a fair
amount of success, then anything else
down the road will be more or less
cluVken feed. It instilled a very positive
attitude among our office and field em-
ployees. Additionally, it involved literally
thousands oi Atlanta citizens from all
walks of life - rich and poor, black and
white, resident and non-residents — in a
community wide project with great
physical impact and lasting physical im-
provements. Everyone now has a vested
interest in these playgrounds and we are
pleased to report that as of the time of
this writing that vandalism has been
virtually non-existent of any of the 67
locations. It is worth emphasizing that
the C&S Bank continued all during the
project to remain anonymous, but our
Park and Recreaction staff feels that they
need proper recognition. There is nothing
wrong with telling the world about what
some fine organization has done for its
own community.
TEAMWORK, COMMUNITY PRIDE AND INVOLVEMENT ... THE
KEY TO COMMUNITY SUCCESS. People from all walks of the Atlanta
community united their time, talents and interest to make the "Spring
Swing To Playgrounds" a tremendous success.
The BEFORE scene of the Fraser-Reed Playground location depicts an The AFTER scene indicates the actual results of the Spring Swing to
unused lot that presents an "eyesore" to the entire community. Playgrounds program. A functional playground that will help serve the
needs of the residents of the Fraser-Reed area.
EDITORS COMMENTS:
The provision of a comprehensive recreation and park service requires the coordinated effort of numerous groups, agem
organizations and individuals in a community. It is essential that all resources, physical and human, be fully utilized ii
programs are to be produced for the citizenry.
The "SPRING SWING TO PLAYGROUNDS" program is an excellent example of what can be done with EVERYONE working
together to benefit all the people of a community. The spirit of this program has captured the imagination and enthusiasm of peo
throughout the United States. The joining together of a private enterprise, civic and religious organizations, a public recreation and
park agency, the United States Army and thousands of interested individuals have said to the people of Atlanta, YES, we d
It is the fervent hope of the Georgia Recreation Commission that this is only the BEGINNING. From this magnificant program will
spring forth renewed interest in providing wholesome recreation and park pursuits for all Georgians. TOGETHER, as a team, it can
done.
PERSONNEL
CHANGES
FEDERAL AID
)d of
o Department to
ANDREW JACKSON is the new Director
of the Sylvania Recreation Department.
ALEC CASWELL has resigned as the
Recreation for the Ch
Cedartown.
GARY BRASWELL is
Director for the
Department.
JIMMIE MIMS, Assistant Dii
Recreation for the City of Atlanta retired
recently from this position.
MARIE LEWIS, recent graduate from the
University oined the
of the Warner Robins Recreation Depart-
ment.
MIMI ALLEN, D> ; Public Rela-
rhe Gainesville Department
»ined the
Departmerv
athi-
Nort1 iied the I
m f ft
MISS SIOTHIA LONGMIRE has joined the
State Parks Department as Recreation Co-
ordinator for Will-A-Way Recreation Area at Ft.
Yargo State Park.
She is a graduate of Carson Newnan College
of Jefferson City, Tennessee.
DR. JIM RICKETTS has joined the Georgia
Department of Corrections as Director of Cor-
rectional Recreation Programs.
Dr. Ricketts is a native of Belle Center, Ohio.
He received degrees from Ohio Northern Uni-
versity, Bowling Green State University and his
Doctor of Philosophy Degree in 1971 from
Ohio State University.
He has held various positions at Ohio State
University, Hanover College and Bluff ton Col-
lege.
Dr. Rickett's main thrust with the Depart-
ment of Corrections will be to initiate recrea-
tion programs in Georgia's Penal Institutions.
A NEW DIMENSION IN RECREATION
• Jeorgia is opening
mmunily of its
planned recreation
m and Pa
ttion Plan
ill be
Bureau of Outdoor
Recreation
LWCF Grants
MILLEDGEVILLE-BALDWIN COUNT
The Molledgeville-Baldwin Count
Recreation Commission has received
proval of a B.O.R. grant of $132,000
the acquisition and development
Baldwin County Park.
HABERSHAM COUNTY
A grant of $81,050.50 to develops
34 acre county park.
COLUMBUS
A grant to develope eight (8) neighbc
hood recreation areas and equipment.
CITY OF ATLANTA
A grant of $15,812 to improve exi
ing 20 acre city park known as Hone
suckle Park.
CITY OF BROOKLET
A grant for the acquisition and dev<
opment of a 12 acre nark. Total gra
$21,840.00.
CITYOFTHOMASVILLE
A $13,131.60 grant to improve fit
existing park sites for outdoor recreatic
use.
CITY OF VIDALIA
A grant of $26,350 to acquire andl
develope a seven (7) acre city park.
CITY OF CUMMING
A grant of $6,086~additional sum
the original B.O.R. grant.
CITY OF EATONTON
A grant of $20,264 to develope ana
improve 3 acre city park.
CITY OF PERRY
A grant of $13,000 to develope a 29.1
acre park previously acquired un
Federal grant.
CITY OF MONTICELLO & JASPE
COUNTY
An acquisition and development
I acres of lai I
outdoor recreation.
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CITY OF LOUISVILLE
-rant to develope 6 acres ofl
property for outdoor recreation
CHEROKEE COUNTY
,974 to develope a teifl
acre park for outdoor recreation use.
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E AUTHOR:
y Rhodes, a native of Albany, Georgia is a
duate of the University of Georgia with a
. Degree in Recreation. He is currently
suing a graduate degree in Recreation and
ks Administration.
Vlr. Rhodes is completing an assignment
h the Georgia Recreation Commission as a
■nber of Governor Carter's Student Intern
gram.
As professionals in the field, we must
; discipline our time and efforts ac-
ding to the financial compensation we
eive. We must endeavor to increase our
>wledge and skills through perform-
:e and service to those we serve. If we
to be referred to as professionals, we
st face squarely the problems that
lfront us and our profession. But., this
not enough. We must be problem
/ers. New programs and additional
ids for the Recreation and Park pro-
>ion is the action which makes sense.
As we enter a new decade, the future
the Recreation and Park profession
Is squarely on my shoulders as well as
er students. We must have pride in our
fession and endeavor to advance new
as and establish new goals. We may
it to keep these ideas in mind to use as
deposts for bettering our profession.
There exists a great urgency to:
1 . Upgrade our present curriculums
2. Support and participate in our pro-
fessional organizations
3. Extend present programs to meet
the needs of Senior Citizens, and 111
and Handicapped and other new
areas
4. Require mandatory certification
5. Look and act the part of a profes-
sional
5. Upgrade salaries and funds for
additional programs and facilities
7. Acquire additional Recreation and
Park lands and facilities
i. Work toward the establishment of
the Park-School concept where
applicable
The challenges before us are many. We
st prepare ourselves to face these
Uenges. I must ask myself, will I be
pared to meet them? Will you?
A GRADUATE STUDENT'S VIEW OF
THE RECREATION AND PARK PROFESSION
How many times have we stopped and asked ourselves such questions as, Why did 1
choose the Recreation and Park Profession? What do I have to offer the field; and, V
can the field offer me? These questions may sound ave you or I ever
asked ourselves these most important questii
I chose this field because of my family background and part-time work experiences
in the field itself. Working part-time in Boys' Clubs, Y.M.C.A.'s and Recreation and
Parks Departments, I sensed a need for more qualified leaders. Most, if n< the
programs and facilities I was exposed to were inadequately staffed and funded to
provide a well-rounded program for all people. Also, because of the opportunity to
participate in Governor Jimmy Carter's 1971 Internship Program with the Georgia
Recreation Commission, I have been further exposed to the problems of the Recreation
and Park profession. There is a definite need for more professional leadership and
additional funds from local governments. This is evidenced by the fact that present
salaries and facilities are inadequate to meet the present needs for qualified professional
leadership and services.
THE CHALLENGE!
feyV*
HUD GRANTS
CITY OF ALMA
000 for park develop-
HOUSTON COUNTY
')0 for outdoor re,
CITY OF POOLER
A park develop-
CITYOF CARTERSVILLE
A j quisition of a
COBB COUNTY
,500 open space grant for park
ents.
CITY OF HINESVILLE
A .790 to acquire open
CITY OF MACON
A $40,000 for acquisiton of
playground.
NEWS BRIEFS
JAMES F. MANESS, graduate of Clemson
University with a degree in Recreation and Park
Administration has joined the Cobb County
Park and Recreation Department as Director of
Shaw Park.
Mr. Maness's home town in Annandale,
Virginia.
ARE YOUR PROFESSIONAL PER-
SONNEL CERTIFIED BY THE
BOARD OF RECREATION EX-
AMINERS? If not apply today. Write:
i Recre;i 166
Pryor Street, S.W., Atlanta.
GEORGIA SOUTHERN'S FACULTY GROWS
Mary E. Fortune, PhD., will join the Recreation Curriculum faculty at Georgia Southern
n September 1st. Dr. Fortune, recently a member of the faculty at Virginia
h University has taught for seven years at the University of North
the University of North Carolina, she coordinated the master's
im in Therapeutic Recreation. Dr. Fortune's undergraduate degree is from Shorter
Colli
Holding membership in a variety of progessional organizations, including NRPA, SPRE,
has served as a member of the Board o f Directors of NRTS and
(t the P '1 Standards Committee of the Organization. She was an
active contributor to the Therapeutic Section of the North Carolina Recreation and
Society.
at Georg ge, Dr. Fortune will coordinate the recreation therapy
Recreation Curriculum. Welcome to Georgia, Mary!
RECREATION IS BIG BUSINESS!!!
>f Engineers announced recently that visits to the Corps
i 7.5 per cent over the record year 1
7 ,000 visits recorded, an increase
ea ranked as follows:
5.501,900
00
Hill >00
'00
DEKALB COUNTY
The DeKalb County Parks and Recrea-
lion Department through the '"Legacy
Parks" program has acquired 207 acres
Federal surplus land for recreation a
park purpose. The land is a part of I
former U.S. Penitentiary Honor Farm.
VALDOSTA-LOWNDES COUNTY
Valdosta and Lowndes County has
established a legal Recreation Com-
mission and initiated a summer recreation
program. The Commission is now study-
ing the possibility of beginning a fulltime
program.
TATTNALL COUNTY
The voters of Tattnall County recently
passed a $55,000 bond issue for the
construction of a golf course.
CARTERSVILLE-BARTOW COUNTY
The City of Cartersville and Bartow
County have combined their efforts to
strengthen the recreation and parks pro-
gram.
COLUMBUS
Bull Creek Watershed has been named
the outstanding small watershed in the
United States by the National Watershed
Congress.
COBB COUNTY
The Cobb County Recreation and
Parks Department's "Barefoot Sailing
Club" newsletter is an interesting pro-
gram activity of the department. The
Club is an affiliate of the department.
CITY OF ATLANTA
The City of Atlanta Department of
Parks and Recreation recently received a
Recreation Support grant of $142,000
from the U.S. Department of Labor to
expand and enrich recreation programs
for children eight through thirteen.
PICKENS COUNTY
Pickens County elected officials have
established a legal recreation commission
to direct their recreation and park activi-
ties.
CLAYTON JUNIOR COLLEGE
Clayton Junior College has established
an advisory committee of outstanding
persons representing the recreation, park
and youth serving agencies to assist in
curriculum development.
^GC/teatiOR in Qeo/tgia
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/ol. 5, No. 2
Published by the Georgia Recreation Commission
December 1971
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
UtX29 1971
W F
GREEN SPACES
SWIMMING i;..
POOLS PROGRAMS
COMMUNITY
* CENTERS a
ATHLETIC FIELDS
PERSONNEL
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EORGIAS
RECREATION
AND
PARK
COMING EVENTS
CONSOLIDATION/REORGANIZATION:
A FACT FOR RECREATION & PARKS
February 28-29, 1972
Recreation & Park Directors
Seminar, Atlanta, Georgia
April 9-12, 1972
Southern Recreation & Park
Conference, Mobile, Alabama
****************************
"Recreation in Georgia"
publication of the Georgia Recreation Commis-
sion, Trinity-Washington Building, 270 Wash-
ington Street, S.W., Room 703, Atlanta,
Georgia 30334 - Telephone: 656-2790
JOHN H. DAVIS-Executive Director
JAMES A. COLLEY-Deputy Executive Director
LONICE BARRETT-Assistant Director
THAD STUDSTILL-Assistant Director
DR. HAROLD D. MEYER-Consultant
Commission Members
LUKE L. RUSHTON, Chairman
Young Harris
JAMES E. BROWN, Vice Chairman
Dalton
MRS. CICERO A. JOHNSTON
Atlanta
ROBERT K. BROWN
East Point
H. ALAN FRAZER
Columbus
ROBERT T. BAGGOTT, JR.
NEWNAN
MRS. W. A. BOWEN
Statesboro
VERNE J. PICKREN
Folkston
ANTON HUBER
Moultrie
GEORGE McELVEEN
Richmond County
Cover Cartoon Credit: Nancie O'Sultivan
Staff Artist, Bureau of Business and
Economic Research, Georgia State
University.
THE AUTHOR
James A. Coiley
Deputy Executive Director
Georgia Recreation Commission
Local, State and Federal governments are undergoing significant changes in their
governmental structures. These changes are referred to by many individuals as
CONSOLIDATION or REORGANIZATION. Regardless of the phraseology used in
describing these changes, it is readily apparent that recreation, parks and conservation
agencies will be involved. The consolidation and reorganization of these services is
predicated upon the concept that the people can better be served, at less cost, through a
homogenous grouping of related services. In most instances, only time will prove the
truth or fallacy of this assumption.
The Federal and State governments have perhaps been the moving force in initiating
various degrees of governmental restructuring. President Nixon, earlier in the Congres-
sional session, proposed far-reaching reorganization of the Federal Government and the
consolidation of several cabinet level departments. Governor Jimmy Carter has proposed
reorganization of Georgia's state government whereby some thirty-six (36) recreation,
park and conservation agencies would be merged into one agency.
The effect of the Federal and State reorganization proposals will be profound on
local government officials. They will serve as a "stimuli" for local officers to take a long
hard look into the reorganization or consolidation of their own recreation, park and
conservation agencies. The impact can already be seen in the action of local
governments. Columbus and Muscogee County has taken the most far-reaching action of
any Georgia County when the voters approved the total consolidation of city and
county governments into the consolidated "City of Columbus." This mandate by the
voters gave approval for consolidation of the entire recreation and park functions of the
previous city and county departments. This meant not only reorganization of the
administrative framework of the department but also the consolidation of budgets,
personnel and facilities.
The City of Augusta and Richmond County has approached the consolidation issue
from a different standpoint. The voters disapproved consolidation of the two
governmental units so the elected officials moved forth to consolidate the city and
county recreation and park departments into a county-wide system. Plans call for the
county to assume full financial responsibility of the operation over a period of two years.
The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners has reorganized their separate
recreation and park functions into one major department of county government, under
a single administrator. This is in keeping with a trend recognized throughout the
country.
Macon and Bibb County has a joint financial arrangement for the provision of
recreation and park services with perhaps an eye to future consolidation of
governments.
In the days and months ahead, there is every indication that more of Georgia's local
government will pursue consolidation/reorganization of their recreation and park
services. The methods may range from total consolidation of two separate governments
to simply reorganization/consolidation of recreation and park services with one or two
units of government.
The demand for comprehensive recreation and park services has become so extensive
and the cost so great that city and county governments cannot afford to adequately
support fragmented efforts and duplication of these services.
Additionally, a factor in reorganization and consolidation has been that the
"average" taxpayer is no longer concerned with which governmental unit provides the
service or under what title it operates but simply that he receive quality recreation and
park services for the least cost.
The challenge to the recreation and park profession is to view each reorganization/
consolidation proposal on its own merit. If the proposal is to eliminate duplication and
insure greater econonomy and efficiency to the taxpayer without diluting recreation
and park service, then such a reorganization/consolidation proposal is worthy of the
"pros" support. If the proposal, however, is simply a "money saving" device with little
or no regard to the enhancement of services to the people, the proposal should be
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here presently are 11 Recreation majors attending Kennesaw Junior College. This photo shows
everal of the students (L-R) Jan Brown, Polly Couey, Janet Lowe, Eddie Coppola, David Wooten
nd Debbie Day.
DR. E. TOBY HOPPER has assumed the
position of Assistant Professor at Kennesaw
Junior College and is heading up the recreation
curriculum there. She holds a doctorate degree
from the University of Alabama and has taught
at Judson College, Marion, Alabama.
DMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT ACHIEVES RESULTS. Green acres playground located in
jG range and Troup County is the culmination of efforts by numerous groups to provide recreation
>portunities for residents of this community. Involved in the project was the Lindsey Street Civic
ub, the City of LaGrange, C & S Bank of LaGrange, the Callaway Foundation, Inc., and Troup
junty Recreation Department. Present for the dedication ceremony of the fine facility were: (L-R)
II Ottinger, C & S Bank of Atlanta; Edwin Gore of the LaGrange City Council; Fuller E. Callaway,
. and Mrs. Callaway of the Fuller E. Callaway Foundation; George Harris, Troup County Parks and
fl jcreation Director and Tommy Morgan, Vice President of the C & S Bank of LaGrange, Georgia.
MODEL CITIES AND RECREATION
When Athens was selected to be one of
the nation's Model Cities, many ideas
crossed the minds of local officials of
situations that would benefit the com-
munity.
Residents of particular areas of the
city were to be able to experience acceler-
ated programs which would improve or
establish opportunities for employment,
education, welfare, physical improve-
ments, and recreation.
There were to be the usual long lists of
regulations and limitations, as with most
funding programs, but once the hurdles
are cleared, definite benefits will have
come forth.
The area of recreation has already
begun to experience some of the genuine
benefits through job opportunities for
some citizens; some additional recrea-
tional facilities, which the entire city is
badly in need of; and some programs
which provide new, increased or unusual
opportunities, for the Model Neighbor-
hood resident. In addition to the eight
regular recreation leaders working exclu-
sively in the designated Model Neighbor-
hood Area, nineteen additional staff
members are currently employed with
Model Cities funds. Their various posi-
tions include an Assistant Director in
charge of the Model Neighborhood Area;
supervisors; center leaders; specialists; and
recreation leader aides.
The magnitude of this contribution
can be realized when it is considered that
there were only two other paid recreation
activities leaders serving the rest of the
City during September. Since then two
other part-time employees have been
added.
Some facilities which have already
been developed included two recreation
buildings, at Riverside and Hillside Parks;
a swimming pool at Rocksprings;land fill
at Riverside to improve the athletic field;
and playground apparatus at several sites
for the younger children. However, the
largest contribution is currently in the
hands of architects. This, of course, is the
two community centers which have been
approved and are in the works. These two
complete facilities will be the first of
their kind for the City of Athens. They
will have gymnasium/auditoriums, meet-
ing rooms, special activities rooms, of-
fices, the whole works.
(Continued on page 8)
GEORGE S. McELVEEN
Director of Recreation
Richmond County
RECREATION/PARK
CURRICULAR
South Georgia College— The 2 year recrea-
tion leadership curriculum at South
Georgia Junior College has an enrollment
of 35 students. The new recreation and
park program was initiated in September,
1971. Steve Coe heads the curriculum.
Kennesaw Junior College— Kennesaw Col-
lege's Recreation curriculum has 1 1 stu-
dents enrolled in the program. The pro-
gram is directed by Dr. E. Toby Hopper.
Georgia Southern College— Georgia
Southern College reports an enrollment
of 142 graduate and undergraduate stu-
dents in the recreation administration
program. This enrollment represents the
largest recreation and park curriculum in
Georgia. Dr. H. Douglas Leavitt heads the
Division of Recreation and Physical Edu-
cation.
University of Georgia— Georgia's recrea-
tion and park program has 85 undergrad-
uates, 16 graduate students and eight
doctoral students. The University is the
only institution in Georgia to offer a
doctoral degree in recreation and park
administration.
The Department of Parks and Recrea-
tion at Georgia is headed by James R.
Champlin.
RICHMOND COUNTY, GEORGIA SAYS YES
On September 1, 1971, City Council of Augusta and the Board of Commissioners of
Richmond County merged their separate Recreation Departments into one county-wide
Recreation and Parks Department.
After earlier efforts to consolidate the departments failed, and an attempt to
consilidate the two local governments was defeated in a referendum held on May 25,
1971, responsible city and county officials met and began negotiating the terms of an
agreement which would combine the park and recreation function and hopefully tend
to prove that consolidation can work.
Under terms of the agreement, Richmond County leased for one dollar per year all
properties and facilities owned and previously used by the City of Augusta for
recreation purposes.
This includes all parks, swimming pools, tennis courts, and the Municipal
Auditorium.
Excluded from the agreement is the city-owned golf course that is operated by a
private individual through a lease agreement with the City.
According to the contract, the City will contribute to Richmond County all funds
budgeted to the city recreation department and the auditorium but unexpended at the
end of the this fiscal year.
In 1972, the City of Augusta's contribution to recreation will be two-thirds of its
1971 recreation and auditorium budget, and in 1973, one-third of its 1971 budget.
In 1974, Richmond County will assume all financial responsibility for the
department.
Mr. George S. McElveen, Director of Richmond County Recreation and Parks since it
was established in 1966, was appointed to head the new department. Mrs. Myrtis Deas,
previously Director of City Recreation, is serving as Administrative Assistant.
The Georgia Recreation Commission has played a major role in the reorganization of
the new agency as has the National Recreation and Park Association.
Mr. John Davis, Executive Director of the Georgia Commission, and Mr. Roger
Bjown, Director, Southern Region Service Center, National Recreation and Park
Association, have been very active in the organization of the newly created department.
Both Mr. Davis and Mr. Brown have provided enthusiastic support and assistance to
Richmond County in the development of comprehensive recreation programs.
A Master Plan for recreation is currently being drawn by J. Thomas Swinea and
Associates, a consultant firm under contract to the Richmond County Board of
Commissioners.
Mr. Swinea performed the study upon which consolidation of the departments was
based and prepared the agreement adopted by the City and County Governments, which
merged the two departments.
Complete organizational plans have not been finalized, but new service programs
have been initiated and an extensive preventive maintenance program is underway.
The Director of the department is currently evaluating personnel, facilities, and
programs, as well as job descriptions, wage scales, and personnel assignments.
The entire County has been divided into three General Service Districts and District
Supervisors have been appointed.
Existing staff members are being utilized for all assignments and a comprehensive
in-service training program is planned to begin in January of 1972.
We believe tnat this is a positive step and one which required courage on the part of
local officials. It demonstrates the necessity to minimize vested interests and to
implement changes which are thought to be in the best interest of the public.
Do not co. demn the judgment of
another because it differs from your own.
You may both be wrong.
Dandemis.
The Recreation & Park
Convention Camera
no outstanding leaders in Georgia — one a pro and the other a layman
were honored for their contributions to the park, recreation, and
inservation movement, and, in particular, the Chattahoochee River, at
e Annual Conference in Macon. Lou Greathouse, left, and State
snator Robert Walling of DeKalb County were cited for their dynamic
adership in fostering an awareness for the scenic rivers system of
eorgia.
GRPS Lay Awards were presented to these outstanding Lay Leaders at
the Lay Awards Banquet which officially opened the 27th Annual GRPS
Conference. (L-R) Mayor Julius Bishop, Athens; Virgil Whitaker, Warner
Robins; Harold T. Hudgins, Decatur; Mrs. Amalie C. Graves, Clarksville;
William A. Bowen, Statesboro; Edward Chaney, Douglas; Ed. R. Seay,
Cobb County; Lawson Yow, Cobb County; Senator Bob Walling, DeKalb
County, and Bob Wade, Macon.
chard B. Jones, Director of the Community Development Corporation of the Citizens and
uthern National Bank of Georgia, is shown commenting on the Community Service Award which
s presented to his corporation at the 27th Annual Georgia Recreation and Park Society
inference in Macon. (L-R) Richard Dimingos, Macon C & S Bank; William F. Ottinger, Public
fairs Department, C & S Bank; Fred Morgan, Administrative Assistant, Atlanta Park and
creation Department and Mr. Jones, Citizens and Southern Bank; were honored for their support
recreation and park development through their "Spring Swing to Playgrounds" program.
THE PROFESSIONAL AWARD of the Georgia
Recreation and Park Society was presented to
Charles C. Clegg, Assistant Professor of
Recreation and Parks for the University of
Georgia. Jim Colley (left) Chairman of the
Awards Committee, made the presentation to
the Recipient, Clegg (right), at the 1971
Recreation and Park Conference Banquet.
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NEWS BRIEFS
~i
ATHENS
The City of Athens and the Athens
Recreation Department named a 32 acre
park in honor of Ben W. Burton, Athens
Division Vice President for Georgia Power
Company. The land was donated to the
city by Georgia Power Company to be
used for park purposes. The park area
stretches almost a half-mile along the
Oconee River.
WARNER ROBINS
The Warner Robins Recreation Depart-
ment's winter schedule appears as a Who's
Who of Activities for the citizens of the
City. Activities are available for all age
groups and range from sewing classes,
needle work, boxing, drill teams competi-
tion to full scale athletic competition.
ROCKDALE COUNTY
The newly established Recreation and
Park Department of Rockdale has submit-
ted with approval of Commissioner
Bobby Brisendine, an application to the
Bureau of Outdoor Recreation for devel-
opment of the County's first park. The
park plan calls for development of the
area into a multi-use outdoor complex.
CLAYTON COUNTY
The Master Plan for Parks and Recrea-
tion for Clayton County has been offi-
cially adopted by the Clayton County
Commissioners. The extensive recreation
and park plan is presently being discussed
with various citizen and civic groups
within the county for the purpose of
receiving reaction, input and support
from Clayton County taxpayers. It is
expected that a bond referendum will be
held during the coming months for the
purpose of obtaining financial means with
which to implement the plan.
DALE BARNES, a 1971 graduate of the
University of Georgia, has been employed as
Program Director of the Hall County Parks and
Recreation Department.
DUGAN RECEIVES DOCTORAL DEGREE.
David L. Dugan, Director of Parks and Recrea-
tion for the City of Athens received his
doctoral degree in Recreation Education from
the University of Georgia in August. Dr. Dugan
is one of the first students to receive the degree
from the University.
Dr. Dugan is a native of Stanford, Connecticut
and has been a resident of Georgia since 1952.
His professional experiences span eighteen years
in the field where he has held positions from
Recreation Center Leader to his present posi-
tion as Director of the Athens Department.
Congratulations to Dr. David L. Dugan.
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JOB MART
Individuals desiring to apply for posi-
tions in the Job Mart should apply
directly to the Agency which has the
opening. The Georgia Recreation Com-
mission maintains a personnel service file
for reference to prospective employers.
The Commission will be happy to keep
your credentials on file upon request.
RECREATION SPECIALIST
(Salary $8,500)
Qualifications: Preferably a BS Degree in
Recreation, Park or Conservation.
Practical experience may be substituted
for degree.
Contact: Vernon Martin, Ex. Dir.
Coastal APDC
P.O.Box 1316
Brunswick, Ga. 31520
"TRENDS"
A DUMP!!
THE CITY DUMP of today may be-
come the recreation area of tomorrow. It
has already happened in Decatur, Ala-
bama, where a 40 acre dumpsite was
converted into a facility with an enclosed
swimming pool, six tennis courts, four
baseball diamonds plus parking area.
CORRECTION
The September 1971 Issue of Recrea-
tion in Georgia incorrectly listed the title
of the Sylvania-Screven County Recrea-
tion Department as the Sylvania Depart-
ment. The department is jointly
sponsored by the City of Sylvania and the
County of Screven.
( continued from page 2)
opposed. This means that the recreation and park professional in Georgia must assume a
leading role in any proposal that affects the provision of recreation, park and
conservation service. He must approach consolidation and reorganization with an open
mind and work to insure a plan that will achieve a better and more efficient operation.
With the professional input of recreation and park "pros" working cooperatively with
the political structure for the public good, the result can be a better delivery system of
recreation and park services for all Georgians.
FEDERAL AID
bureau of Outdoor
tec»eation
.WCF Grants
;ARTOW COUNTY
A BOR grant of $204,026 has been
pproved for Bartow County to develop
47 acres of land leased from the U.S.
orps of Engineers. Development will
iclude camping, picnicking, tennis
ourts, tot lots, beach improvement, boat
imp, nature trails and other outdoor
^creation developments.
>EKALB COUNTY
DeKalb County Recreation and Parks
'epartment has been approved for a
rant of $342,500 for the purchase of
00 acres of land for Outdoor Recrea-
on. The project consists of an area
nown as "Arabia Mountain" which is a
sologic formation similar to Stone
fountain. The area will be used for
iking, picnicking and camping.
ITY OF MACON
The City of Macon has been approved
>r a grant of $58,240 to acquire 34.6
;res of land to be used for general
arpose outdoor recreation. A second
ant of $31,980 was approved to pur-
lase an additional 18 acres of land.
ONSOLIDATED CITY OF COLUMBUS
A grant of $66,300 to acquire 22.3
:res of land including facilities for neigh-
jrhood and community type recreation
nd, par 3 golf course, softball field,
ncing and parking.
AYCROSS
A $51,850 grant to develop 5 acres of
ty property for outdoor recreation use.
oposed facilities will include play-
ound equipment, picnic area with shel-
rs, footbridge, and landscaping.
ESUP-WAYNE COUNTY
The Recreation Department has re-
vived a BOR grant of $64,047 for
ivelopment of a 25 acre sports complex,
evelopment will include five (5) mini-
d irks for Jesup, Screven, Odum, and
i ardi.
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PERSONNEL
CHANGES
Tom Boyles has been appointed by the Augus-
ta-Richmond County Parks and Recreation
Department as District Two Supervisor of the
newly merged City and County Departments.
Fred Morgan was recently promoted to the
position of Administrative Assistant for the
Atlanta Parks and Recreation Department. He
is a graduate of Clarke College and has been
employed in the Atlanta Department for the
past ten years. His most recent position with
the department was that of Supervisor.
ARE YOUR PROFESSIONAL PERSON-
NEL CERTIFIED BY THE BOARD OF
RECREATION EXAMINERS? If not
apply today. Write: Board of Recreation
Examiners, 166 Pryor Street, S.W.,
Atlanta.
GERALD BLACKBURN is the new Di-
rector of Recreation for the City of
Cumming, Georgia.
SUSAN KRAUSE has resigned as Service
Club Director at Fort Stewart Georgia.
BILL FITE, Recreation Director for
Douglasville-Douglas County was recently
featured in an Atlanta Journal article
concerning his baseball accomplishments
in 1968 as Italy's top baseball star.
GENE CAMP has taken military leave
from the Clayton Co. Parks and Recrea-
tion Department to complete his military
obligation with the U.S. Army.
GORDON DELO has resigned as Director
of Parks and Recreation for the City of
Hapeville.
FRANK SPENCE, Athletic Director for
the DeKalb County Parks and Recreation
Department has resigned to accept a
position of Director of Camp Develop-
ment with the Atlanta Braves.
OLIN CREDLE has been appointed Ac-
tivities Director for the Statesboro Re-
creation Department. He is a 1971 gradu-
ate of Georgia Southern College.
ALLEN R. COGGINS has been appointed
by the Georgia Department of State Parks
to the position of Naturalist. He will
spend most of his time at the newly
acquired Panola Mountain State Park and
Providence Canyon.
EMMETT SCOTT, a graduate of Georgia
Southern College has assumed the posi-
tion of Athletic Director for the Marietta
Parks and Recreation Department.
MICKEY LITTLEFIELD has assumed the
position of Athletic Director at the Col-
lege Park Recreation and Parks De-
partment.
ATHENS INITIATES DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER
Athens Recreation and Park Department has begun the publication of a monthly
newsletter for the department. The newsletter, Living During Leisure, is an effort by the
department to inform the citizens of Athens of the programs and activities of the
department. Copies of this excellent newsletter may be secured by writing to Dr. David
Dugan, Director, Athens Recreation and Park Department, Memorial Park, Athens,
Georgia 30601.
EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT
INSTITUTE FOR RECREATION
AND PARK ADMINISTRATbR^§gfs,TY 0F GE0RG,A
FOR GEORGIA ,
ULU29 1971
The Department of Recreatiftn and
Park Administration of the Univejsity of LIBRARIES
Georgia and the School of Bnsirfos are
co-sponsoring with the National
Recreation and Park Association a two
year course for recreation and park ad-
ministrators. The course will be held Jan.
20 - Feb. 4, 1972. The institute is
limited to fifty participants and the fee
has been established at $225 per adminis-
trator.
The purpose of the institute is to
provide experienced administrators an op-
portunity for intensive study of manage-
ment technology and practice under the
direction of outstanding authorities in the
management field. Further information
concerning the institute may be secured
by writing to Professor Charles C. Clegg,
Recreation Consultant, Recreation and
Park Administration, 203 Dudley Hall,
University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia
30601.
USE FAILURE
Failure should be our teacher, not our
undertaker.
It should challenge us to new heights
of accomplishments, not pull us to new
depths of despair.
Failure is delay, but not defeat.
It is a temporary detour, not a dead-
end street.
William Arthur Ward
(Continued from page 3)
One of the facilities will be con-
structed near Lyndon House in a central
location, while the other will adjoin the
East Athens School.
A total of $759,598.00 was commit-
ted to recreation during the first year of
Model Cities. This is money considered to
be well invested, with results already
being seen.
Credit:
Living Durirg Leisure
Volume 1 , Number 1
Athens Parks and Recreation De-
partment
Southern Railroad representative, Jerry L. Townsend, left, is shown presenting a plat to the 20 acre
tract of land in Gwinnett County Commissioner Ray Gunnin. Gunnin resides in the Pinkneyville
District which, last year, approved a referendum calling for Georgia's first taxing district for
recreation.
A gift from Southern Railway of 20 acres of land in the Norcross area will be
developed into Gwinnett County's first county park, County Commissioner Ray W.
Gunnin said recently. The land is valued at over $120,000.
Gunnin said he will file application with the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation for
federal funds to construct immediately a family park and playground with a swimming
pool, baseball and football fields, tennis courts and other playground facilities on the
property.
The new park will be located on Old Rockbridge Road near the Norcross city limit.
It was a part of Southern Railway's Norcross-Southern Industrial Park and will border
the Industrial Park on the north.
In announcing the donation of the land, Southern President W. Graham Clayton, Jr.,
said: "The proudest moments for Southern Railway are those when the railroad
participates in the total development of the communities it serves. In that tradition,
Southern is pleased to donate this property to Gwinnett County and thereby become a
part of its recreational development."
Gunnin said the people of Gwinnett County "are indeed grateful to Mr. Clayton and
Southern Railway for making it possible for us to develop a park in this area for the
some 12,000 citizens who reside near it."
He added: "It will be the first of what we hope will be many such recreation areas
throughout Gwinnett County, and we will always remember that Southern Railway
made the first one possible.
Gunnin said a name honoring Southern will ultimately be chosen for the park.
FEDERAL AID INSTITUTE AND WORKSHOP SCHEDULED
The National Recreation and Park Association, through its Southeastern Regional
Service Center, will conduct a Federal Aid Institute and Workshop in Atlanta January
5-7, 1972, at the Quality Hotel Central. The program is co-sponsored by the Atlanta
Federal Executive Board, University of Georgia, and the Georgia Recreation Commis-
sion.
Fourteen federal agencies will participate in the 2rA day program to discuss the
existing programs available for financial assistance and technical assistance in the area of
parks, recreation, and conservation. Representatives of the agencies will be available to
provide basic information on the programs and relate the changes that are planned or
have already taken place in the program. Time will also be available for the delegates to
have individual interviews with the agency representatives about their own local
problems or concerns.
All delegates will be given a workbook on the federal programs that is written in the
language of a layman. This will provide a ready reference after the delegates return
home.
The registration fee for the Institute and Workshop will be $20.00, and includes two
meals, coffee breaks, and notebook. Advance registration is requested and forms for
registration and hotel reservation may be obtained by writing the National Recreation
and Park Association, Southeastern Service Center, 557 First National Bank Building,
Decatur, Georgia 30030, or calling area code 404/378-1556.
^cc/teation in Geo/tgia
'ol.5. No. 3
Published by the Georgia Recreation Commission
March, 1972
lim Colley
Accepts
Position
AtVPI
JAMES A. COLLEY
XH0H039
JO m
JAMES A. COLLEY has subn»*W?I I us resignation from the Georgia Recreation
Commission effective March 31st to become Assistant Professor of Recreation and Parks
at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. At V.P.I., Mr. Colley will be
associated with the Extension Division and will function as its recreation and park
consultant in serving the planning districts of Virginia, local governments and the
various park and recreation requests from local extension agents.
Mr. Colley, a native of Alabama, came to Georgia in 1962 and served as Director of
Recreation and Parks for the City of Douglas until 1965 when he accepted a position
with the Georgia Recreation Commission as an Assistant Director. In 1967 he was
named Deputy Executive Director, a position he held until his resignation.
A graduate of Samford University, he took a partial leave in 1969 and successfully
pursued a Master's Degree at the University of Georgia in Recreation and Park
Administration. He plans to work toward a doctorate at V.P.I.
During his ten years of service in Georgia, Mr. Colley has been actively engaged in
professional activities. In 1968 he served as President of the Georgia Recreation and
Park Society and in 1969 he reached the apex of his professional career when he was
presented the Professional GRPS Award for outstanding professional achievement.
He currently serves on the organization's Board of Trustees and is Vice-President of
the Recreation Section of the Georgia Association for Health, Physical Education and
Recreation. Additionally, he is Chairman of the Constitution and Bylaws Committee of
the American Park and Recreation Society.
Notable contributions in the area of writing and research include serving as Editor of
the Commission's "Recreation In Georgia" since 1966 and Editor of "The Georgia
Recreator", official magazine of the Georgia Recreation and Park Society.
Jim and his wife, the former Gayle Smitherman, and their son, Mike, and
daughter, Pene, will move to Blacksburg this summer. Although Mr. Colley will report
for official duties at V.P.I, on April 3rd, his family will remain at their home in Conyers
until Mrs. Colley completes her teaching duties in early June.
EDITORIAL COMMENT: JOHN H. DAVIS
JIM COLLEY came to Georgia as a near neophyte in this field ten years ago. His
growth as a professional has been incredible, and, today he ranks high among those who
have made the most noteworthy and lasting contributions in this field in our state.
Needless to say, he will be sorely missed.
Not only does his departure create a big vacuum in this agency's work force bul also
il makes a loss to the professional ranks oi this state that will be difficult to overcome.
Jim has been unselfish and unstinting in his work for the good of the profession. I lieu-
are a limited few who are willing to sacrifice in the pursuance of professional
performance, as he has done.
In spite of all this - in spite of our regrets that he has chosen to leave the state; let us
wish him and his family well and take pleasure in the indelible impact that he has left
and the numerous contributions he has made. We are better as a profession because Jim
Colley came our way.
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COMING EVENTS
April 9-12, 1972
Southern Recreation & Park
Conference, Mobile, Alabama
November 8-10
State Conference on
Parks and Recreation
Atlanta
"Recreation in Georgia"
publication of the Georgia Recreation Commis-
sion, Trinity-Washington Building, 270 Wash-
ington Street, S.W., Room 703, Atlanta,
Georgia 30334 - Telephone: 656-2790
JOHN H. DAVIS-Exeuctive Director
JAMES A COLLEY-Deputy Executive Director
LONICE BARRETT-Assistant Director
THAD STUDSTILL-Assistant Director
DR. HAROLD D. MEYER-Consultant
Commission Members
LUKE L. RUSHTON, Chairman
Young Harris
JAMES E. BROWN, Vice Chairman
Dalton
MRS. CICERO A. JOHNSTON
Atlanta
ROBERT K. BROWN
East Point
H. ALAN FRAZER
Columbus
ROBERT T. BAGGOTT, JR.
Newnan
MRS. W. A. BOWEN
Statesboro
VERNE J. PICKREN
Folkston
ANTON HUBER
Moultrie
GEORGE McELVEEN
Richmond County
By 1990, the United States could
maintain the same national product
with a 20 hour, four day work week,
or a 40 hour work week with retire-
ment at the age of 38. Either way, this
indicates a revolution in leisure time.
(Source: National Association of Busi-
ness Economists)
CHURCH RECREATION SEMINAR SET
"Recreation With A Religious Impact" will be the theme for one of the first
statewide Church Recreation Training Seminars ever held in Georgia when the Georgia
Recreation Commission sponsors a Church Recreation Seminar, April 17th and 18th.
This Seminar will be conducted at Rehoboth Baptist Church which is located on U.S. 29
just off 1-285 near Tucker, Georgia.
The Seminar is planned for several specific groups of people rather than just the
church staff. In addition to the full-time, paid church staff personnel, the interests of
the Recreation Committee members or those serving as advisors to various church
recreation or activity programs are also being incorporated into the overall Seminar
program. And, finally, specialized areas such as Arts and Crafts, Drama and Sports will
be included which should appeal to still another interest segment.
Among the outstanding speakers and resource people who will be participating in the
workshop will be Reverend William Self, Pastor of Wieuca Road Baptist Church in
Atlanta, who will deliver the Monday night keynote address; Leon Mitchell, Recreation
Consultant, Sunday School Board, Nashville, Tennessee; Dr. Richard Graham, Professor
of Music, University of Georgia; Miss Madelyn Summers, Arts and Crafts Director,
Atlanta Parks and Recreation Department; and Mrs. Edna Raley, Drama and Play
Production Director, First Baptist Church, Augusta.
One of the highlights of the Seminar will be an Arts and Crafts Technique Clinic
planned for Monday, April 17th, 1:30—5:30 P.M. Representatives of major supply
houses will be on hand to actually teach the various arts and crafts techniques. Madelyn
Summers will coordinate this clinic.
Churches of all denominations throughout the state are being encouraged to send
representatives to the Seminar whether they presently have a designated church
recreation program or not. Many churches throughout Georgia are sponsoring church
programs which contain many of the components of a church recreation program (i.e.,
RA's, Day Camps, Senior Citizen Clubs, Banquets, Drama Productions, Special Events),
but they do not consider themselves to actually conduct a church recreation program.
Included among the Seminar topics will be: Music In Recreation, Drama and Play
Production, Sports and Games, Recruitment of Lay Leadership, Quality Programming
With Limited Facilities, Camping and Retreats, Recreation Programming For Families,
Teens, Children and Senior Adults, Banquets-Parties-Fellowships, Arts and Crafts, and
Organization and Methods In Church Recreation.
Registration fee is $6.50 per person which includes a banquet function on Monday
evening and a box lunch on Tuesday.
Persons desiring additional information or registration blanks can write: Georgia
Recreation Commission, 270 Washington St., S.W., Room 703, Atlanta, Georgia 30334.
Rev. William Self is Pastor of the Wieuca Road
Baptist Church in Atlanta. He is a dynamic
speaker who is respected not only in Atlanta
and Georgia, but also has gained national
prominence while serving as Minister of the
3800 member Atlanta church. Wieuca Road
Baptist Church has an outstanding Church
Recreation Ministry of its own.
Leon Mitchell is Recreation Consultant to the
Sunday School Board of the Southern Baptist
Convention, Nashville, Tennessee. He is well-
known throughout the south, and has led
numerous church recreation leadership con-
ferences. Mr. Mitchell will conduct several
workshops during the Church Recreation Semi-
nar in Atlanta, April 17 and 18.
ILAYTON COLLEGE ESTABLISHES
{ECREATION CURRICULUM
Clayton Junior College in Morrow will
dd an associate degree for Recreation
pecialists to its roster of two-year career
rognms beginning this summer, Dr.
.very Harvill, associate professor of
h'ysical education has announced.
Approval of the new career program
ime at the February meeting of the
oard of Regents.
According to Harvill, the program for
ecreation Specialists was designed with
le assistance of a 12-member Advisory
ommittee drawn from state, metropoli-
in Atlanta and local county and city
jencies.
Included on the committee, which will
mtinue to work with college officials in
1 advisory capacity, were representatives
r the Georgia Parks Department, the
ate YMCA, the Georgia Recreation
ommission, the Metropolitan Atlanta
oy's Club, Grady Memorial Hospital, the
layton County Parks and Recreation
epartment, the Mental Health Center of
layton General Hospital, the Forest Park
id College Park Recreation Depart-
ents, and a local nursing home.
James R. Champlin, Chairman of
ecreation and Parks Administration at
ie University of Georgia, acted as con-
stant, Harvill said.
The resulting program, Harvill explain-
1, will prepare paraprofessionals to
ganize, develop and lead specific recre-
ion activities; to organize, promote and
rect assigned portions of a recreation
ogram; and to manage, issue, maintain
id use recreation supplies.
The two-year curriculum comprises 96
larter hours combining general educa-
)n courses with specialized courses in
lysical education and recreation. Stu-
nts enrolled in the program will be
quired to complete 10 quarter-hours of
pervised work experience off-campus,
irvill added.
Graduate Recreation Specialists will
:eive the associate in arts degree of
ayton Junior College and will be quali-
d for employment in public and private
creation facilities, including employ-
;nt as recreation therapists in hospitals,
;ntal health units and nursing homes.
"Part of our work with the Advisory
tmmittee in formulating the new pro-
im," Harvill pointed out, "has been to
1 termine that a real need for Recreation
r
PERSONNEL
CHANGES
Specialists exists in the Atlanta metro-
politan area and in the state and that
graduates will find ready employment
within the community."
Specialized recreation courses at the
college will be taught by John Blackburn,
who holds a master of arts degree in
recreation and parks administration from
the University of Georgia. Blackburn join-
ed the Clayton Junior College faculty this
fall as instructor of physical education.
Clayton Junior College, the largest
state-operated junior college in Georgia,
offers similar career programs in criminal
justice, dental hygiene, medical labora-
tory technology for technicians, nursing,
teacher assistants and secretarial studies
in addition to two-year college-transfer
programs.
DR. AVERY HARVILL HEADS the Depart-
ment of Physical Education at Clayton College.
The Recreation Curriculum will be under Dr.
Harvill's direction.
THOUGHT FOR MONTH
Recreation is not being idle; it
is
easing the wearied part by change
of
occupation.
BOBBY SAYLORS has joined the Cobb
Park and Recreation Department as a
community Recreation Director. He is a
graduate of Clemson University.
JIMMY MEDLIN, a student at Georgia
Southern College, is doing his internship
at the Dublin Park and Recreation De-
partment.
RON NIX, a student at Georgia South-
western College, is interning with the
Macon Recreation Department.
^T- H" *P V *F '!•
KENNETH D. PERRY has joined the
Jesup-Wayne County Park and Recreation
Department as Athletic Director. He is a
graduate of Appling County High School
in Baxley, Ga.
NATIONAL FORUM IN ST. LOUIS
ON CRIME AND SAFETY IN PUBLIC
PARKS AND RECREATION
Mayors, park and recreation, and law
enforcement officials from throughout
the United States will meet in St. Louis,
Missouri, May 15-17, 1972, in a national
forum on public safety in the use of parks
and public recreation facilities.
Problems to be addressed include the
extent and effects of crime in public
parks, conflicts between today's life
styles and current laws governing use of
recreation facilities; public attitudes and
the influence of news media; and the
design and maintenance of public leisure
areas to discourage criminal activity.
The forum's objective will be to draft
guidelines and recommendations that can
be implemented immediately towards re-
solving these problems at the local, state
and national levels.
The forum will be convened by the
National Recreation and Park Association
with the assistance of the Extension
Division of the University of Missouri, St.
Louis. The 16,000-member NRPA is the
non-profit service, research, and educa-
tional organization dedicated to improv-
ing the quality of life through better
recreation and leisure opportunities.
For registration information write:
FORUM, National Recreation and Park
Association, 1601 North Kent Street,
Arlington, Virginia 22209.
WHYTOBESOFKEE?
The Middle Georgia Area has long suffered from the non
existence of adequate recreation facilities. Until 1969 very few
outdoor recreation facilities were available to the general
public. Only certain groups who were fortunate enough to
afford the high cost of membership in private clubs were
privileged to enjoy a decent place to spend their leisure time.
Fortunately a few concerned citizens, and the County
Commissioners of Bibb County became interested in providing
the badly needed facilities, not only for the people of Bibb
County, but for the population of a seven (7) county area in
Middle Georgia. These few dedicated citizens began planning on
the gigantic Tobesofkee Project as early as 1952, and the actual
planning and development of the first phase spanned some
fifteen (15) years and four (4) Boards of Commissioners.
The Tobesofkee Watershed Project as it was officially labeled
was sponsored and financed by Federal, State and Local
Government Agencies. The bulk of the financing came from the
United States Department of Agriculture through the Farmers
Home Administration and Soil Conservation Service. Contribu-
tions in their respective fields were made by the State Game and
Fish Commission. Many other Agencies, too many in fact to
mention separately, provided planning assistance and moral
support to Bibb County during the development stage of the
Project. While giving credit where credit is due, Bibb County
and its Board of Commissioners should head the list for their
dream and drive was the major factor in providing Middle
Georgia with this fantastic recreation facility.
After years of waiting the summer of 1969 brought a new era
to the outdoor recreation enthusiast of Middle Georgia. A small
creek flowing through unproductive waste land had been
transformed into a beautiful lake of 1750 acres, six miles long
with an irregular shore line of 35 miles. Tracts of land totaling
more than 600 acres had been acquired and partially developed
into Parks with the most modern facilities. A new Department
was created by resolution of the Bibb County Commissioners,
and charged with the responsibility of operating and maintain-
ing the complex facility. With new Parks and a new staff the
project was now open to the public and 206,000 visitors spent
some of their leisure time at Tobesofkee the first year.
0
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THE AUTHOR:
LARRY WILSON, Area Director of
Tobesofkee, is a native of Crisp
County. He has been associated with
Tobesofkee for the past six years.
FAMILY CAMPING IS STEADILY GAINING POPULARITY
A TYPICAL DAY AT THE BEACH IN ONE OF THE PARKS
FATHER AND SON FISHING TEAM
The second year of operation saw 238,000 visitors and today
dth a projection of 300,000 visitors for this year we find
ui selves involved in an expansion program to upgrade our
xisting facilities and provide new additions for the ever
lcreasing number of recreation minded people.
Tobesofkee offers a wide variety of activities for all ages. One
an fcnjoy picnicking, hiking, boating, skiing, fishing, camping,
dimming or spend an afternoon lounging in the sun on the
indy beaches. Each of the camp-sites are provided with water
nd electrical outlets, picnic tables and charcoal grills. Comfort
tations with all of the modern conveniences are located in each
ampground. Restrooms, picnic shelters and concession facilities
re conveniently located throughout the Parks for easy access,
ome areas in each of the Parks have been left in their natural
:ate in an effort to maintain the scenic beauty of the natural
oodlands and provide cover for the decreasing numbers of
ildlife native to this area.
Some of the future developments will include additional
avilions, miniature and regulation golf, bike trails, cabins and a
oo area for native Georgia animals. These additions along with
le facilities already in use should provide Bibb County with
ne of the finest well rounded outdoor recreation areas in the
outh.
As the size of the project has increased so has the staff. As of
lis writing Tobesofkee maintains a staff of fourteen (14)
srmanent employees supplemented by thirty (30) high school
id college students during the summer months. The staff is
uly dedicated to the cause and have become obsessed with the
esire to provide a peaceful and secure atmosphere around
holesome outdoor recreation activities.
Developed as a pilot project at a cost of five (5) million
Dllars, Tobesofkee has been viewed by many as a facility that
lould be reproduced in many areas of the country. Naturally,
e think that Tobesofkee is the greatest. But occasionally we
'Ok to the future in an effort to predict what might be in store
>r us. Often we concern ourselves with the ever increasing
amber of people who visit our area, and in doing so ask
irselves some of the following questions. Should we even
mcern ourselves with trying to accommodate the masses?
lould we develop every square foot of land for maximum use?
Jiould we sacrifice scenic beauty, and peace of mind for a
mcrete and asphalt surface? Where should we stop?
If the decision is made to continue development possibly to a
)int where one can no longer spend a leisure hour in an
mosphere of secure peace and scenic beauty then, WHY
I DBESOFKEE?
CRUISING LAKE TOBESOFKEE ON A TOUR BOAT OPERATED BY
THE PARK.
MODERN BOAT LAUNCHING FACILITIES WITH ADEQUATE
PAVED PARKING.
NATIVE ANIMALS FOR THE ENJOYMENT OF CHILDREN AND
ADULTS ALIKE.
10TH ANNUAL PARK
MAINTENANCE WORKSHOP
SCHEDULED
The Park Maintenance Workshop,
scheduled March 22-24 in Atlanta at the
Executive Park Motor Hotel, needs your
attendance. The Professional Develop-
ment Committee, chaired by Charles M.
Graves, has arranged a "topflight" pro-
gram with outstanding speakers. The em-
phasis of the workshop is placed on
athletic fields and other turfed areas.
Highlights of the program will include
a presentation by DR. HOWARD E.
KAERWER, from Minneapolis, Minne-
sota, who is Manager, Research-Service
Department of Northrup, King & Co. Dr.
Kaerwer has traveled extensively through-
out the United States working with
forage and turf research projects. During
the past nine years Dr. Kaerwer has also
been working in the southern half of the
country developing and identifying
grasses to improve the reliability and
payability of winter greens. He is pre-
sently on the Board of Directors of the
Crop Science Society of America, and
chairman of the Society's division on
Seed Production and Technology.
MR. SAM K. ELLINGTON, Agro-
nomist and District Manager of the
Southeast Region of Northrup, King &
Co., in Atlanta will assist Dr. Kaerwer.
Mr. Ellington is working with the Re-
search-Service Department and is re-
sponsible for seed quality research and
quality control throughout the Southeast.
Mr. Ellington has worked for the past 30
years in all phases of seed production.
Their presentation will include informa-
tion for preparation of seed beds; chemi-
cal treatment of soil; fertilization; selec-
tion of grasses; and seed mixtures.
MR. JAMES B. MONCRIEF of
Athens, Georgia, will discuss further in-
formation on turfed areas, their prepara-
tion and maintenance. He will specifically
relate to golf courses, their fairways and
greens. Mr. Moncrief is Southern Director
of the United States Golf Association,
Green Section.
HOWARD "MICKEY" OWEN from
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is Stadium Man-
ager at Louisiana State University. Mr.
Owen has gained nationwide fame and
recognition for his athletic field develop-
ment and maintenance. His "Tiger" field
has been viewed on nationwide television
and most recently during the LSU-Notre
Dame Football game. Mr. Owen uses
artificial coloring to create the beautiful
and intense green coloring viewed on
television. Mr. Owen will discuss the
preparation of soils for athletic fields, and
the establishment and maintenance of
turf. (continued page 8)
GARY BRACEWELL, formerly Program Di
rector at The Carrollton Recreation Depart-
ment, has assumed the position of Supervisor of
Programs and Athletics for the newly establish-
ed Valdosta Recreation Department. Bracewell
is a 1970 graduate of Georgia Southern College
with a B.S. Degree in Recreation. He is a native
of Tifton.
TERRY SPENCE, a 1971 graduate of the
University of Georgia, with a Master's Degree in
Recreation and Park Administration, has been
appointed Director of Parks and Recreation for
Cherokee County. Mr. Spence completed his
undergraduate work at Clemson and is a native
of South Carolina.
EVERY
LITTER BIT
HURTS
CLIFFORD WRIGHT has assumed the position
of Director of Parks and Recreation for Barnes-
ville-Lamar County. Wright is a 1971 graduate
of the University of Georgia with a B.S. Degree
in Recreation and Park Administration.
BOB ASH, a 1968 graduate of the University of
Georgia, has been appointed Director of Parks
and Recreation for the City of College Park
succeeding Jimmy Miller. Ash is the father of a
newly arrived set of twin girls and is a native of
Walton County. He formerly was Assistant
Director of the College Park Department.
JIMMY MILLER, a native of Meridian, Missis-
sippi and a graduate of the University of
Southern Mississippi, has been appointed
Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation for
Cobb County. Miller has served as Director of
Parks and Recreation for the City of College
Park for the past two years.
NEWS BRIEFS
ALL COUNTY
The Hall County Parks and Recreation
epaitment will host the Lake Sidney
anier World Invitational Bass Fishing
Durnameni scheduled for March 29, 30,
id 31. Hal! County's 135 acre Laurel
irk was selected for the event. The
■urnament will be the World's richest
ith a record breaking payoff of
55,000. The winning fisherman will haul
'ay from Hall County a purse which
11 exceed by $5,000 the purse collected
)m the 1971 World Invitational Bass
urnament in Sam Rayburn, Texas. The
5nt is co-sponsored by Project Sports
:orporated of Irving, Texas and the
linesville-Hall County Chamber of Com-
irce. The tournament is expected to
in national publicity. Writers represent-
; Sports Illustrated, Field and Stream
d other outdoor oriented magazines
II be present during the 3 day tourna-
mt.
ALDOSTA
The City of Valdosta has deeded 180
es of land to the Valdosta Recreation
mmission. The area was formerly a
id fill for the City on the southwest
e of the City and can be used now for
:reation.
ONESVILLE
As a service to the Gainesville Recrea-
n and Park Department, the Gainesville
tional Bank ran a holiday parade insert
the Gainesville Daily Times spotlight-
the achievements of the department.
* GRANGE AND TROUP COUNTY
The Callaway Foundation, Inc. has
lated $135,000 to be matched with
ids provided by the City to further
relop Granger Park and Calumet Park,
inger Park was originally developed
h total funds from the Calloway
andation.
fhRNER ROBINS
The Warner Robins Department is
itinually diversifying its recreation pro-
r m by the addition of charm and
l deling classes, preteen ceramics, or-
ization of a camera club, and adult
4 rn to Bowl Lessons.
FEDERAL AID
FRANK BROWN, who has served for the past
five years as Director of Parks and Recreation
for the City of Roswell, has resigned to accept a
similar position for Coweta County. Brown is a
native of Alabama and prior to directing the
Roswell department served the City of Acworth
as Recreation Director. He obtained his B.S.
Degree from Livingston State University in
Alabama.
OPEN SPACE is a critical need for Georgia's
cities and counties. What is your city or county
doing to meet this need?
PUBLIC RECREATION STUDY
DUE FOR RELEASE
The new edition of "Public Recreation
In Georgia" which is due to be released
early in April reveals some interesting
facts. The per capita expenditures for
public parks and recreation in Georgia
range from $.70 to $13.56 for a state
average of $4.26. Of Georgia's 74 full-
time departments, 59 agencies completed
the PRG Survey Form. Of that number
88% report use of city/county vehicles,
91% report that expenses are paid to
professional conferences, 39% operate
under a legal board, and 20 departments
are developing facilities according to a
Master Recreation Plan. Georgia presently
has 38 municipal, 1 3 county and 23
city-county departments. The trend is
definitely toward county organization.
Bureau of Outdoor
Recreation
LWCF Grants
ELBERTON
A $53,522.15 grant has been approved
for the City of Elberton to develop 10.9
acres of city owned land into a com-
munity park. Development will include a
combination baseball/football field; four
tennis courts; a multi purpose court;
comfort station; parking lot; water, sewer
and electrical systems.
GRIFFIN
An approval to the City of Griffin to
amend an existing project, construction
of 25 meter pool development, located in
a 180 acre city owned park. The amend-
ment to the project was $5,094.59.
GAINESVILLE
A BOR approval to increase existing
project by the sum of $40,430.
TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY
A BOR grant of $35,291.50 for acqui-
sition of 2.5 acres of land and for the
development of five (5) parks for
neighborhood and community type recre-
ation facilities.
ROSSVILLE
To revise a project agreement of April
16, 1970 by adding a swimming pool,
bath house, paved parking area and play-
ground equipment. New grant addition
totaled $50,682.
LAVONIA
The City of Lavonia has received BOR
Approval for a $43,955 grant for the
development of five (5) acres of a 7.8
acre city park for outdoor recreation
development. Facilities will include picnic
area, play field, bath house/concession
building, parking area and related de-
velopments.
( continued from page 6)
COLONEL HARRY C. ECKHOFF
from Arlington, Virginia, is Facility De-
velopment Consultant for the National
Golf Foundation, Colonel Eckhoff travels
the entire East Coast and is responsible
for 17 states and the District of Colum-
bia. His main objective is to promote the
game of golf and to assist in the develop-
ment of new facilities. He has authored
numerous articles for magazines and is
responsible for the eastern regional needs
for the monthly market report. Colonel
Eckhoff will discuss the need and value of
public golf courses in the public recre-
ation system.
JOAN BEARSS of Atlanta will discuss
the use of audio/ visual aids in the park
maintenance program. Miss Bearss is
Southeastern Regional Manager of Ox-
ford Films of Hollywood, California. She
was formerly with Disney Fil
traveled extensively throug
United States and Europe.
FRED C. GALLE fr
Mountain, Georgia, is Vice Pre
Director of Horticulture, Ida Ca
way Foundation. Mr. Galle i|
throughout the United States,
for his writings on horticultural subjects
but as a speaker. He has served in an
official capacity with many horticultural
organizations and was recently appointed,
for a second term, a member of the
Advisory Council for the United States
National Arboretum. Mr. Galle will dis-
cuss the planning and maintenance of a
desirable beautification program.
Other program highlights during the
two-day workshop will be the irrigation
of athletic fields, and an outdoor demon-
stration. The outdoor demonstration w
include equipment used for tillage, plant-
ing, and maintenance.
Members of the Cherokee Recreation Commission and Advisory Council are pictured at their first
meeting after employing the county's initial full-time Recreation and Park Director, Terry Spence.
Front row, L-R: E. O. McFather, Jr. (Sec.-Treas.); Homer Adams, Elliott R. Baker (President);
Recreation Director, Terry Spence; Herman Lawson (Vice-President); Don Snell. Back Row, L-R:
Tom Fox, Paul Brookshire, Leroy Tippins, Mrs. Tom Fox, Young Smith, Gene Norton, Mrs. Betty
las and Joe Long.
HAVE YOU MET
PADDY BEAVER??
If not, meet Paddy Beaver,
the colorful new symbol of the
Army Corps of Engineers'
recreational safety program-
Operation PLAY SAFE.
Posters and signs bearing the
figure admonishing all to "Play
Safe— Don't leave it to Beaver"
will be utilized in safety pro-
motion by safety councils and
local chapters of the American
Red Cross.
For further information
contact the Technical Liaison
Officer at District Offices, U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers.
CHURCH RECREATION SEMINAR-REGISTRATION APPLICATION
Please complete all information and return to Georgia Recreation Commission, 270 Washington Street, S. W., Atlanta, Georgia 30334.
Registration fee should accompany application. Make check payable to RECREATION AND PARKS TRAINING SEMINAR.
Name (Mr., Mrs., Miss).
Address
City
Phone,
State
Zip.
Local Church Name
Your Position or Responsibility.
Areas of Major Interest: (1).
-(2).
Will you attend the Arts and Crafts Technique Clinic on Monday, April 17th, 1:30 to 5:00 P.M.? Yes.
Check here if you desire Motel Accommodation Information.
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Published by the Parks and Recreation Div
August, 1972
Department of Natural Resources
iESSAGE FROM THE
VISION DIRECTOR
ENRYD. STRUBLE
BRINGING US
TOGETHER
WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER
It is with a great deal of pleasure that I
;et the park and recreation
)fessionals, interested laymen and
cted public officials concerned with
rk and recreation services in this first
ae of the Parks and Recreation
wsletter since the implementation of
vernor Carter's reorganization of state
/ernment.
As Director of the newly created Parks
d Recreation Division of the
partment of Natural Resources it
ms only fitting to quote a current TV
mnercial "we are all in this together."
is I submit to be true for the first time
my fourteen years of service as a
>fessional in the park and recreation
d in state government.
The overall complexion of state
'ernment reorganization will not be to
ryone's liking. This is probably true in
far as park and recreation profesionals
concerned in the state. However, I
ieve, as do members of our Division
ff, that through reorganization we can
ly become the focal point for parks
I recreation in Georgia. I say this with
sincerity. Unfortunately, many park
and recreation professionals in the state
may look upon me as a "state parks
man". I should point out that I have five
years experience in the public recreation
field.
If I had the opportunity to talk with
each park and recreation professional in
the State I am sure our philosophy would
be very closely aligned. Of course, as
Division Director, I must be vitally
concerned with the development and
operation of our state park facilities.
However, it is incumbent upon me and
the entire Division staff to be cognizant
of the problems and needs of local
government in the provision of day to
day park and recreation programs and
services. There is an urgent need for the
stimulation and direction of therapeutic
recreation programs in the state. Our
correctional recreation programs are in
the infant stages - - we must be involved.
We must continue to develop an ongoing
program to educate our laymen and
elected officials on the needs facing us in
providing parks and recreation services
from the local level through the state
level. Direction must be given to our
institutions of higher learning in
curriculum development and we in turn
are obligated to pave the way for our
graduates from the park and recreation
curriculums. It is incumbent upon each of
us to broaden our knowledge of the field
and recognize the need and value of
comprehensive planning and not become
unduly engrossed with any one area of
specialization.
One of the most effective methods of
stimulating the park and recreation
movement in the state is through a strong
professional organization. We have such
an organization in the Georgia Recreation
and Park Society. I would strongly
encourage all park and recreation
professionals to not only become
members of GRPS, but involved
members.
Space does not permit me the
opportunity to delve into the details of
what we, you and I, regardless of your
status or area of specialization in the
field, can accomplish. However, as your
state agency concerned with parks and
recreation services, programs and
facilities, let me assure you that my staff
and I stand ready to assist in any way to
stimulate quality park and recreation
opportunities for all Georgians, and
remember, "we are all in this together."
: COMING EVENTS
«■ y r *»i — —
EATURE
SEPTEMBER 16
Georgia Trails Symposium
Atlanta, Georgia
OCTOBER 1-6
National Recreation and Park
Conference, Anaheim, California
NOVEMBER 8-10
State Conference on Parks
and Recreation, Atlanta, Georgia
"Parks and Recreation
in Georgia"
is a publication of the Parks and Recreation
Division of the Georgia Department of Natural
Resources, 270 Washington Street, S.W., Atlanta
Georgia 30334. Telephone:656-2790.
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Jeff B. Naugle.
CHIEF, OPERATIONS
Cover Cartoon Credit: Nancie O'Sullivan
Staff Artist, Bureau of Business and
Economic Research, Georgia State Univer-
sity. Bert Evans, Department of Natural
Resources.
Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken over-
civilized people are beginning to find out
that going to the mountains is going home,
that wildness is necessity, and that
mountain parks and reservations are
useful not only as fountains of timber and
irrigating rivers, but as fountains of life.
John Muir, 1898
This photo shows the beautiful Arabia Lake situated on the Arabia
Mountain property in DeKalb County near Lithonia.
DeKalb County Parks and Recreation Department has
recently acquired more than 500 acres of open space near
Lithonia. Known as Arabia Mountain, the large expense is
coming into public ownership thanks to a donation from
Davidson Mineral Properties, Inc., and members of the Coffey
and Power families of Lithonia, along with cooperation of the
Bureau of Outdoor Recreation. The donation comes at a time
when the county has a deficit of some 2,300 acres of park land.
One of the most attractive features of the acquisition is that
it will cost little to the citizens of DeKalb except approximately
$8,000 for engineering and survey cost. Even though complete
development may encompass much of the next five years, the
park should be open to the public almost immediately.
A master plan for the property has been compiled under the
direction of Jim Cone, DeKalb Parks and Recreation Director.
Some 30 acres will be developed as a community park to serve
the nearby area which county officials are expecting to develop
heavily in the next few years. The community park will include
a recreation center, swimming pool and athletic fields.
Below the community park rests a clear lake for fishing.
Some of the largest pines in the county are located in this
section of Lithonia. The land can be used as a camping area for
scouts and other groups.
There will be another lake area located below the first, while
in the north end of the mountain park plans include picnicking,
trailer and tent camping space. Walking, hiking and bridle trails
will lace the entire park, and on the east space will be available
for several athletic fields.
PERSONNEL
ACTION
)HN V. BLACKBURN has been
) pointed Park Superintendent at
micalola Falls State Park. Blackburn
)lds his Master's Degree in Park and
icreation Administration from the
nivcisity of Georgia.
UJL A. WRIGHT, a graduate of the
niversity of Georgia with a B. S. Degree
Park and Recreation Administration,
s been appointed as Superintendent-
-Training at Red Top Mountain State
rk.
\MMY CARL FARR, a 1969 graduate
Southern Tech, has been appointed as
iperintendent-In-Training at Hard Labor
eek State Park.
DBERT BARONI has resigned as
rector of Recreation for the City of
iwrenceville to enter private business.
IANK HOOK III has been appointed
;tivities Director for the Statesboro
:creation Department.
IDE GLOVER has been appointed
rector of Parks and Recreation for
ynn County.
FF B. NAUGLE was recently
pointed to the position of Chief,
Derations Section of the Parks and
:creation Division of the Department of
itural Resources, State of Georgia.
DN CADORA has resigned as
:creation Director for Fulton County.
vlMY ANDERSON, a graduate of
•orgia Southern College and the
liversity of Georgia, has assumed the
sition of Director of Parks and
creation for the City of Thomasville.
,E SILVER, recipient of his Master's
X gree in Recreation this past Spring
I im Georgia Southern College, has been
| pointed Instructor of Recreation at
lyton Junior College.
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William Hatcher is pictured being welcomed
aboard at the Milledgeville Baldwin County
Parks and Recreation Department by Director,
George Chambliss. Hatcher is a graduate of the
University of Georgia with a B.S. Degree in
Recreation.
Ron Sharpless, a native of Macon and a former
Peace Corp Volunteer to Nigeria, is working as
an Intern with the Planning and Research
Division this summer. He attended West
Georgia College, and is presently attending
Georgia State. His responsibility is to begin
developing the plan for a Scenic Trails System
as authorized in the Georgia Scenic Trails Act.
Mrs. Jane Durr of Statesboro recently
completed her internship with the Parks and
Recreation Division. She was a June graduate of
Georgia Southern College having received a B.S.
Degree in Recreation Administration. She
received the "Outstanding Senior Award"
within the Recreation Curriculum at GSC.
INTERPRETIVE PROGRAM
INSTITUTED IN STATE
PARKS
The Parks and Recreation Division has
established seasonal interpretive
programs within thirteen state parks for
the first time this summer. The program
is under the direction of Allen R.
Coggins, the first professional interpretive
specialist ever employed by the state.
Each program will be directed by a
competent naturalist and will provide
entertaining, informative, inspirational
and recreation oriented programs for park
visitors. The seasonal interpreters will
meet park visitors on a person to person
basis, answer their questions concerning
the natural or cultural history of the
parks, conduct field trips and hikes,
present evening slide programs, conduct
nature activities for children and manage
nature trails and other naturalist areas.
Mr. Coggins will also be available to
assist other public, private and
commercial park and recreation agencies
regarding the extablishment of
interpretive programs.
Bill Pelfrey, of Brunswick, is participating in
one of Georgia's first Park and Recreation
Co-op Programs. He is working two quarters as
Community Recreation Leader at Cobb County
Sewell Park and then attending school for two
quarters at Georgia Southern College.
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JAMES E. CREWS, a 1972 graduate of Georgia
Southern College has assumed the position of
Athletic Director with the Lafayette Recreation
and Parks Department.
Jimmy Miller, Assistant Director of the Cobb County Parks and
Recreation Department, and Charlie Jones, (right) Fountain View
Apartments developer are shown standing on a new combination Tennis
and Basketball Court in the apartments.
Cobb County will have access to this beautiful clubhouse for classes and
club meetings.
COBB COUNT
COMPLEX
PRO
An innovative program offering swimming lessons and
playground programs in apartment facilities is being tried out in
Cobb County.
The result of cooperation between apartment owners and
Parks and Recreation Department representatives, the program
is bringing supervised summer activities into some of the most
densely populated areas of the county.
"It is our aim to put our programs and parks where the
people are," commented Jim Oates, director of the fast-growing
Cobb Parks and Recreation Department since its formation six
years ago.
Cobb has only one public swimming pool, and with a
booming population of over 200,000, recreation officials have
been hard-put to find places to give swimming lessons.
Oates and his assistant director, Jimmy Miller, met recently
with the Cobb Apartment Owners Association, and explained to
them the methods used by the Department in organizing its
wide-ranging seasonal programs as well as adult education
programs.
The Parks and Recreation Department organizes classes,
secures instructors, and finds facilities for the instruction, but
minimal fees charged for the different activities pay the salaries
of the instructors, therefore relieving the taxpayers of the
expense.
The unique program is being offered at only three pools this
summer, but other owners have expressed interest, too, Miller
said.
"We are pleased with the number of apartments willing to
participate," Miller said, "but we feel we will gain knowledge
from these three this year, then if it works - and every
indication is that it will be a great success -we'll contact. all the
owners next year."
Swimming classes are being held at Doral Apartments,
Cooper Lake Apartments, and Fountain View Apartments.
At Fountain View there is also a summer playground
program, with owner Charlie Jones furnishing the equipment
and paying the directors. Most of the summer playground
programs are held in county school buildings, but the lucky kids
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The county employs capable, qualified swimming instructors for the
swimming pool and supervises their activity.
EDITOR'S COMMENT
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example of innovative leadership.
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Fountain View will be able to use the pool twice a week, and
e clubhouse, complete with ping pong tables, in inclement
gather.
On a hot June morning Jones watched 15 kids at a time take
>ur-long swimming lessons, shivering before their hour was
rer despite the bright sun adding sparkle to the fountain from
tiich the apartment complex gets its name, while fifty other
dldren got their bikes ready for a bicycle' parade in the
ayground program.
"It looks like this will be something to keep the kids
itertained," Jones said, "1 think next year everybody will be
>ing it."
In the pool a little boy named Bobby said, "Guess what!
hen she dropped the quarter down there I got it the first
ne."
("She" is the honored title given, since time began, to the
acher, the instructor, or, often as not, to Mother.)
"And she threw it in the deep water, too," according to
oy.
Rex said he has learned to use his arms better, but wouldn't
II the reporter his name -- which hs fellow seven-year-olds
omptly volunteered.
Jones, a prominent Cobb builder, has 261 units in his
>untain View Apartments and tries to make it a good place for
milies to live. He didn't know exactly how many children
:re living there, but remembered that 450 invitations went out
their Halloween party last year.
A baseball-football field, lighted basketball and tennis courts,
d a minibike trail are provided for Fountain View residents.
nes said the clubhouse, which has already been used by such
ried activities as bridge clubs and baton lessons, will be used in
j Fall for adult education classes. He has also been approach-
by the Red Cross, he said, on the possibility of having
ildcare and pre-natal care classes.
"Anything they can plan is alright with me," Jones said. "It
1 help acquaint the community with us, and they will be able
see that we are good neighbors."
The Doral Apartment's Clubhouse is a facility that is ideally designed for
recreation activity. The Cobb County department will be utilizing this
facility for arts and crafts, bridge classes, special events, etc.
lent example of a park and rec-
lt its disposal. We applaud this
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These youngsters are obviously enjoying the swimming class being
offered at the Doral Apartments pool.
Apartment complexes, such as the one pictured here, are developing at
such tremendous rates all over the state that other park and recreation
systems might do well to follow the example as set by Cobb County.
LUDOWICI
An Economic Development Admin-
istration grant of $4,867.00 to acquire
7.8 acres of land for future development
of lighted baseball/ football field,
multi-purpose court, concession stand,
bleachers and restroom.
COBB COUNTY
A Land and Water Conservation Fund
Grant of $705,994.00 for development of
three county owned sites. The three sites
are Fuller Park, 40 acres, Fair Oaks Park,
40 acres, and Rhyne Park, 27 acres.
DALTON
$17,254.00 from the Bureau of Out-
door Recreation (L&WCF) to develop a
2.6 acre park.
JEKYLL ISLAND STATE PARK
$35,000.00 from the Bureau of Out-
door Recreation to construct a 5.7 mile
paved golf cart path.
FLOYD COUNTY
A $17,951.00 grant from B.O.R. to
acquire additional acreage to complete an
existing ball field located on a leased park
site. This project is located at the Cave
Spring site.
STATE OF GEORGIA
$500,000 from B.O.R. for acquisition
of 867 acres of land along Sweetwater
Creek in Douglas County.
FORT OGLETHORPE
A BOR Grant in the amount $60,980
for development of 12 acre park on
donated land.
GWINNETT COUNTY
$233,407 from B.O.R. to develop Best
Friend Park, a donated park site of 21
acres.
PELHAM
A L&WCF Grant of
develop two city park sites.
$10,209 to
Callanwolde Estate, the twelve acre wooded home of Charles Howard
Candler, has been purchased by DeKalb County. Callanwolde will be
operated as a cultural and garden center under the direction of the
DeKalb County Parks and Recreation Department. The department will
program and schedule the cultural activities, hopefully embracing all of
the fine arts and will encourage all organizations connected with cultural
activities to participate. Though the mansion is magnificent, the
interesting point to be made is that much of the credit for this action
being taken is due to diligent efforts of the DeKalb County Parks and
Recreation Department.
These 42 young people are part of the "lifesaving force" working in
Georgia's state parks this summer. They all successfully completed a
Lifesaving Seminar held on June 8th at Will-A-Way Park for the
Handicapped near Winder. Dick Sanders, extreme right. Assistant
Director of Safety Programs for the Metropolitan Atlanta Red Cross
Chapter and Fred Stokes, left. Assistant Aquatics Director for the
DeKalb County Parks and Recreation Department conducted the seminar
which stressed skills testing, first aid and pool /waterfront management.
A GUIDE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A CITY
AND/OR COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT Publication Revised
This publication should be ready for general distribution within
thirty days. Published cooperatively by the Georgia Power
Company, the State Parks and Recreation Division, the Charles
M. Graves Organization and the Southeastern Regional Office of
N.R.P.A., this guide has been extremely popular throughout its
previous four editions. According to Frank Hood, Assistant Vice
President in Charge of Georgia Power's Community Develop-
ment Department, this edition has been greatly expanded and
updated. Graphics and photographs have been added which
really improve the Guide's appearance. "We are delighted to
finance the publishing of this Guide, and we genuinely trust that
it will continue to promote the excellent park and recreation
development to be found in Georgia," stated Mr. Hood.
THERAPEUTIC
RECREATION POSITION
APPROVED
Henry D. Struble, Director of the Parks and Recreation
ivision, Depar'ment of Natural Resources, has announced the
)proval of a federal grant in the area of Therapeutic Recrea-
on.
The grant, which was approved through the Developmental!
isabilities Services Act, will provide funds for the addition of a
tierapeutic Recreation Consultant to the Division staff. The
Dnsultant will be available to provide advisory services to
ablic and private agencies and other state agencies in the
aiming and development of therapeutic recreation and park
ograms and facilities.
Individuals or agencies desiring additional information on the,
:w service should contact the Division office.
EORGIA CONFERENCE ON RECREATION AND
<\RKS
Plans are now being finalized for the 1972 Georgia Con-
rence on Recreation and Parks. The Conference is scheduled
ovember 8, 9 & 10 with Conference headquarters at the
cecutive Park Motor Hotel in Atlanta.
The 28th Annual Conference is sponsored by the Georgia
^creation and Park Society in cooperation with the Parks and
.^creation Division, Georgia Department of Natural Resources
d the DeKalb County Parks and Recreation Department.
Sessions are being planned in areas of special interest such as
iff development, leadership techniques, outdoor recreation,
erapeutic recreation, armed forces recreation, reorganization
state park and recreation agencies, municipal-county recrea-
)n and others. A preconference workshop on park and
creation legislation is also being planned.
Detailed information on the Conference, hotel reservations
d pre-registration information will be forthcoming.
For additional information contact:
Thad L. Studstill
Parks and Recreation Division
Department of Natural Resources
270 Washington St., S.W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30334
)SITIONS AVAILABLE
CORRECTIONAL RECREATION POST APPOINT-
MENT MADE
W. Tom Martin, Jr., Instructor and Acting
Head of the Parks and Recreation Cur-
riculum at Georgia Southern College in
Statesboro has been appointed to the
position of State Director, Correctional
Recreation Programs. Martin holds a B.S.
Degree in Recreation from Georgia
Southern College and a Master's Degree
from the University of North Carolina.
He has taught park and recreation ad-
ministration at Georgia Southern College
since 1968.
He served as Assistant Director of the former Georgia
Recreation Commission from 1964-1968. Prior to that he served
two years as a Recreation Supervisor with the Durham, North
Carolina Parks and Recreation Department.
"As State Director of Corrections Recreation Programs Mr.
Martin will be responsible for planning and developing a
comprehensive system of Correctional Recreation within our
prison units," stated Ellis MacDougall, Director of Offender
Rehabilitation for Georgia.
Governor Jimmy Carter is shown above announcing the news that the
State of Georgia, the Georgia Power Company, the Nature Conservancy
and the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation had successfully cleared the
first hurdle in development of a Chattahoochee River Park.
The first major step has been taken toward preserving hundreds
acres of natural woodlands along the Chattahoochee for a public
park, according to Governor Carter. In a recent press conference
the Governor announced that Georgia Power Company had
donated over 150 acres of land along the Chattahoochee to the
Nature Conservancy. The Nature Conservancy will turn the land
over to the State for use as a park.
The Governor announced that arrangements had already
been made to acquire approximately 225 additional acres of land
along the River when the Federal funds (which the State is
seeking from BOR) arc approved. The total value of the land
which can be acquired immediately upon BOR approval will
exceed $4 million, but will not cost the State and thus the
Georgia taxpayers "one penny", according to the Governor.
PARK PROJECTS UNDER
CONSTRUCTION
PARK
PROJECT
Amicalola Falls
Well Water System
Crooked River
Superintendent's Residence
Crooked River
Group Shelter
Elijah Clark
Central Building
Fort Mountain
Check in Station
Fort Mountain
Rest Station
Fort Mountain
Caretaker's Residence
Fort Mountain
Five Cottages
Ga. Veterans Memorial
Caretaker's Residence
Ga. Veterans Memorial
Rest Station
General Coffee
Trading Post
General Coffee
Comfort Station
General Coffee
Rest Station
Hamburg
Comfort Station
Little Ocumlgee
9 Hole Addition-Golf Course
Magnolia Springs
Rest Station
Mistletoe
Five Cottages
Mistletoe
Caretaker's Residence
Mistletoe
Family Group Shelter
Panola Mountain
Well
Providence Canyon
Superintendent's Residence
Red Top Mountain
Water System
Reed Bingham
Comfort Station
Reed Bingham
Caretaker's Residence
Reed Bingham
Concession Building
Seminole
Comfort Station
Seminole
Caretaker's Residence
Seminole
Five Cottages
Tugaloo
Comfort Station
Tugaloo
Rest Station
Victoria Bryant
Golf Course Irrigation
Vogel
Sewage System
Whitewater Creek
Comfort Station
Whitewater Creek
Control Building
Whitewater Creek
Group Shelter
Whitewater Creek
Rest Station
Watson Mill
Rest Station
Watson Mill
Well
RED CROSS AQUATIC SCHOOL SET
Did you have a difficult time locating a qualified lifeguard this
spring? Plan ahead and send several of your guards to Aquatic
and First Aid School. The last remaining school for this summer
is to be conducted August 21-31, at Camp Rockmont. Black
Mountain, North Carolina.
The following is included in the school's curriculum:
1. QUALIFYING INSTRUCTORS - in first aid, water
safety, and more advanced training for existing instruc-
tors.
2. SEMINARS - Community Aquatic Leadership, First Aid
Leadership, Camp Waterfront Leadership and Swimming
Pool Leadership.
3. OPPORTUNITY - for Water Safety Instructors whose
authorization has expired to be re-certified.
4. SPECIAL ELECTIVES - Sailing, Canoeing, Rowing, Out-
boards.
Contact the American National Red Cross at 1955 Monroe
Drive, N.F., Atlanta, Georgia 30324 further information.
Telephone: 404-875-7921.
PARKS AND RECREATION TRENDS FROM
OTHER STATES
ARIZONA: A proposed state constitutional amendment to
allow cities to issue bonds to buy land for parks, playgrounds
and recreation facilities was approved by the Arizona legislature
for submission to the voters in November.
KENTUCKY: In response to a recommendation from Governor
Ford, the Kentucky Water Pollution Control Commission
accepted for public hearing an amended regulation to protect
the entire length of the Ohio River in Kentucky for recreation
use.
OHIO: Bills to expand state protection for scenic and recreation
rivers and to establish a network of hiking and bicycling trails
were passed by the Ohio House of Representatives and returned
to the State Senate for concurrence in amendments before going
to the governor for signature.
TENNESSEE: A parks, recreation and conservation planning
study report prepared by the Memphis and Shelby County
Planning Commission concluded that the recreation needs of
citizens are not being met if they can't walk to a neighborhood
park in 10 minutes or if there isn't a large park within three
miles of their home.
TEXAS: Dr. William B. Dean, chairman of the Dallas Park
Board, declared the city's long green line of park facilities along
the Trinity River, when completed, will make Dallas the No. 1
city in the world for outdoor recreation. Discussing a recent
announcement of a $2.2 million federal matching grant to
acquire 2,1 13 acres along the river for parks, Dean said the city
must match the H.U.D. "open space" grant by approving
$1,117,593 in local bonds.
Alma-Bacon County is justifiably proud of this new Community Center.
The building was paid for by Model Cities and Alma-Bacon County
Recreation Board funds and features one of the newest designs of centers
in Georgia. Sid Smith is the new Administrator of Parks and Recreation,
and his office is housed in this facility.
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