“When it comes to playground safety, the battle rages on between keeping kids safe at any cost and providing a level of acceptable risk that offer kids more developmental opportunities.” For the full article see http://recmanagement.com/feature/201601FE02/1 “Balancing Act: Safety & … Continue reading
Outdoor Facilities
“…significant challenges in keeping their grounds maintained properly. Among the most pressing of these are tight budgets, the growing pressure to overuse fields and other grounds, and issues caused by the increasing presence of extreme weather. In response, grounds managers … Continue reading
“Camp directors may have questions about what it means to be an additional insured on a general liability insurance policy, when to ask a third party for additional insured status in favor of your camp, and when it is appropriate … Continue reading
Checkout the latest postings by clicking on “jobs” in the navigation bar (web site) – or clicking http://callippe.com/blog/?page_id=3653 Or do you have an opening? Post a FREE classified ad for 30 days. Click and submit online http://callippe.com/blog/?page_id=3653 Camp Mendocino Caretaker … Continue reading
For most people, it’s easier to work with your team when things are going well. People are in high spirits. Compliments are prolific. But what about when it’s difficult to find the information? Or what if the data gives the … Continue reading
The North American Camp Maintenance Conference March 22-24, 2016 YMCA Camp Chingachgook Lake George, New York A great annual event. Join professionals from nearly 30 states and provinces at the world’s largest gathering of camp maintenance staff. Join your colleagues … Continue reading
Need a team building idea to draw the team closer or work through some issues? Here’s one that relates to facilities: gutters. “Team Gutters provides a fun and creative way to help participants establish which actions help and hinder effective … Continue reading
It was so cold . . . we had to carry around hammers and chisels so we could get out of our parkas! kids were using a new excuse to stay up late: “But Mom, my pajamas haven’t thawed out … Continue reading
(December 2015) “Because restriping is relatively inexpensive, it is readily achievable in most cases. Businesses or privately owned facilities that provide goods or services to the public have a continuing ADA obligation to remove barriers to access in existing parking … Continue reading
“Do you have a gift acceptance policy? Most nonprofit organizations do not have such a policy adopted until after the fundraising program is in place. This article by Kathryn W. Miree, Esq. will give the reader a greater understanding of … Continue reading
Checkout the latest postings by clicking on “jobs” in the navigation bar (web site) – or clicking http://callippe.com/blog/?page_id=3653 Or do you have an opening? Post a FREE classified ad for 30 days. Click and submit online http://callippe.com/blog/?page_id=3653 CRM Manager of … Continue reading
“Assessing your camp lighting is a bright idea. Not only does light create a desired atmosphere for guests, but factors like energy efficiency, lifespan of bulbs and difficult of replacement can have an enormous effect on your camp operating budget…..” … Continue reading
During the winter, some properties might lose power from time to time. Are you ready with your jokes in your back pocket? What would you call a power failure? (Answer) A current event. A wise person knows what’s watt. Wind … Continue reading
“In the universe of Star Wars, there’s a lot you can learn about what not to do from the mistakes made by the Emperor and Darth Vader during their ill-fated tenure as leaders of the Galactic Empire. But while it’s … Continue reading
Do you have a historic structure on your property, such as a cabin, outbuilding, barn, etc.? What plans do you have to maintain or renovate it? A historic structure report could be beneficial for planning. “A historic structure report provides … Continue reading