Applications in Recreation and Leisure for Today and the Future, 3/e

　　Applications in Recreation and Leisure is a contemporary examination of today's leisure issues from philosophical, psychological, and sociological perspectives. The text encourages students to think critically and introduces them to the broad range of philosophies of those who provide leisure services. Presented in a fresh and exciting four-color format, Applications offers a practical look at recreation and leisure, with many pedagogical elements to help reinforce the learning process.

1.  The Nature of Leisure, Recreation, and Play
2.  The Evolution of Leisure, Recreation, and Play
3.  Leisure, Recreation, and the Individual
4.  Play, Recreation, and the Life Course: Children
5.  Recreation, Leisure, and the Life Course: Adolescents
6.  Recreation, Leisure, and the Life Course: Adults and Seniors
7.  Recreation, Leisure, and Society
8.  The International Scene
9.  Diversity and Inclusiveness
10.  Providers and Resources
11.  The Profession
12.  Planning and Management in Recreation and Leisure
13.  Issues and Challenges in Recreation and Leisure
14.  The Changing Scene

Appendices
A.Playground Safety Tools
B.Organizations with Sport Activities for Individuals with Disabilities
C.Resources for Older Adults
D.Public Lands Information
E.State Lands Information
F.Camping Resources
G.Selected Professional and Service Organizations
H.ADA-Related Resources
I.No-Trace Camping