PRODUCT ROUNDUP.A sampler sampler, sample piece of needlework or embroidery, of silk, cotton, or worsted, for the preservation of some pattern or as an example of the ability of a child or a beginner. In museums and private collections there are samplers dating from as early as 1643. of the wide array of products for the park and recreation field. See the latest technology applied unique and innovative ways - all of which help make your department or agency run more effectively. EXERCISE EQUIPMENT Fit-Trail[R] equipment is durable and blends into the natural terrain of parks. The systems encourage physical fitness in the community when installed in neighborhood parks Neighborhood parks, which generally range in size up to 30 acres, serve as a social and recreational focal points for neighborhoods and are the basic units of a park system. Many include a playground. . The systems require no supervision and invite the passive athlete to become more involved. The self-guided, self-instructed system takes the user through either 10 or 20 stations, where signs describe exercises to be performed. PLEASE CIRCLE READER SERVICE CARD NO. 46 SITE FURNITURE Rugged and stylish, the Heritage Bench from Wausau Tile consists of a thermo-plastic-coated metal seat with steel-reinforced concrete support ends. The Heritage Bench is 78 inches long and weighs 450 pounds, creating a sturdy sturdy neurological disease in sheep caused by the pressure of a Taenia multiceps metacestode. Called also gid. , reliable, and comfortable seat for users. (800) 446-8020 PLEASE CIRCLE READER SERVICE CARD NO. 47 PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT Game Time announces the Criss-Cross Climber climb·er n. 1. One that climbs, especially a person who climbs mountains. 2. Sports A device, such as a crampon, used in mountain climbing. 3. A plant that climbs. 4. . Excellent for building upper-body strength, the Climber is all-welded one piece for added durability and easy installation. It includes loops for one direction and a horizontal bar horizontal bar Event in men's gymnastics competition in which a steel bar fixed about 8 ft (2.4 m) above the floor is used for swinging exercises. Competitors generally wear hand protectors and perform routines that last 15–30 seconds. for the other direction. www.gametime.com PLEASE CIRCLE READER SERVICE CARD NO. 48 RIDING MOWER mower, farm machine used for cutting grasses and other hay crops. Mowers, drawn by or attached to tractors, or self-propelled, have superseded scythes. The mower is essentially an adaptation of the much earlier reaper. The first commercial mower was patented in 1847. The John Deere M-Series Ztrak, designed for commercial operators, is ideal for high-usage operations where maneuverability and productivity are most important. Features include an air-cooled Kohler Command engine with overhead-valve design for cooler running temperatures and increased fuel efficiency, a 10-gallon, top-draw fuel tank for all-day mowing mow 1 n. 1. The place in a barn where hay, grain, or other feed is stored. 2. A stack of hay or other feed stored in a barn. , and a hydrostatic hy·dro·stat·ic or hy·dro·stat·i·cal adj. Of or relating to fluids at rest or under pressure. hydrostatic pertaining to a liquid in a state of equilibrium or the pressure exerted by a stationary fluid. drive system with dual variable-displacement pumps and wheel motors. Cutting widths range from 54 inches to 60 inches. www.deere.com PLEASE CIRCLE READER SERVICE CARD NO. 49 EXTERIOR/INTERIOR SIGNS Trade-Marx Sign & Display Corp. manufacturers a variety of exterior and interior signs that blend in Verb 1. blend in - blend or harmonize; "This flavor will blend with those in your dish"; "This sofa won't go with the chairs" blend, go fit, go - be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired; "This piece won't fit into the puzzle" with surroundings while simultaneously enhancing the image and mood of a location. Designed to serve as an extension of overall brand image, the company produces signs for everything from park and recreation agencies to corporate campuses and manufacturing facilities to retail stores and international airports. (206) 623-7676 PLEASE CIRCLE READER SERVICE CARD No. 50 PITCHING MACHINE A pitching machine is a machine that automatically pitches a baseball to a batter at different speeds and styles. Most machines are hand-fed, but there are some that automatically feed. The REPS Personal Pitching Machine, manufactured by Key Sport Concepts Inc., is a personal, portable, revolving pitching machine designed for players, coaches, school programs, baseball and softball softball, variant of baseball played with a larger ball on a smaller field. Invented (1888) in Chicago as an indoor game, it was at various times called indoor baseball, mush ball, playground ball, kitten ball, and, because it was also played by women, ladies' teams and leagues, recreation departments, physical education programs, and individual home use. With this machine, every pitch is a strike, providing the batter with the essential elements to become an excellent hitter. It can be used indoors and outdoors, and is versatile enough to benefit players of all ages and skill levels. (888) 470-7377. PLEASE CIRCLE READER SERVICE CARD NO. 51 CLIMBING WALL A climbing wall is an artificially constructed wall with grips for hands and feet, used for climbing. Some are brick or wooden constructions, but on most modern walls, the material used is a thick multiplex board with holes drilled into it. Brewers This is a list of member brewers of the Brewers Association. Numbered
v. ro·tat·ed, ro·tat·ing, ro·tates v.intr. 1. To turn around on an axis or center. 2. wall, offers total-body workouts, both aerobic aerobic /aer·o·bic/ (ar-o´bik) 1. having molecular oxygen present. 2. growing, living, or occurring in the presence of molecular oxygen. 3. requiring oxygen for respiration. 4. and anaerobic anaerobic /an·aer·o·bic/ (an?ah-ro´bik) 1. lacking molecular oxygen. 2. growing, living, or occurring in the absence of molecular oxygen; pertaining to an anaerobe. . It can be used without supervision by following its simple instructions. The Treadwall's patented Natural Pace[TM] technology gently moves the wall downward as the user climbs. Because the rotating wall moves by body weight, the user is in total control -- just a step above the floor. www.treadwall.com PLEASE CIRCLE READER SERVICE CARD NO. 52 PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT GameTime's new Loop Ladder Link develops children's sense of balance and self-confidence. The system mounts flush with decks to reduce the chance of tripping. You decide whether the two decks are level or placed at a slight incline. For added security and to promote play flow, the Link features an all-welded entry archway. www.gametime.com PLEASE CIRCLE READER SERVICE CARD NO. 53 Check It Out! Parks & Recreation's advertisers invite you to find out more about their products and services. Check out their Web site or call them at the number listed below. APLINE TOWERS 828.733.0953 www.alpinetowers.com CENTURY INDUSTRIES 800,248.3371 www.centuryindustries.com COLUMBIA CASCADE 800,547.1940x579 www.timberform.com DINOFLEX 800,305.2109 www.dinoflex.com DODGE REGUPOL 888.383,7655 www.regupol.com ENWOOD STRUCTURES 800.777.8648 ESCOM 800.661,1196 www.escom.com FIBRE TECH 800.393.7293 FOUNTAIN PEOPLE 512.392.1155 www.fountainpeople.com GAMETIME 800235,2440 www.gametime.com GET PHYSICAL! SOFTWARE LLC 800.622.0025 www.fitnesssoft.com HOT RAILS 973.283.2631 www.hotrails.com ICE N GO (NETWORK USA) 800.477.6434 www.mindmax.com/icego ICEPRO 315.453.2056 www.icerinks.com JAZZERCISE 800.Fit.Is.It www.jazzercise.com JM STEWART 800.237.3928 LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES 800.328.0035 www.playlsi.com LEAGUELINK 303.428.0100 www.leaguelink.com LITTLE TIKES 800.325.8828 www.ltcps.com MATEFLEX 800.926.3539 www.cybervillage.com/mateflex MIRACLE 800.523.4202 www.miracle-recreation.com NATIONAL TICKET CO. 800.829.0829 www.nationalticket.com NEX GENERATION PLAY 877.439.0320 www.nextgenplay.com NICE RINK 414.279.6000 www.nicerink.com PARK STRUCTURE 800.727.0415 www.parkstructures.com PGA OF AMERICA 561.624.8445 www.PGA.com PILOT ROCK 800.762,5002 www.pilotrock.com PLASTIC LUMBER 330.762.0415 vwvw.plasticlumber.com PLAYWORLD SYSTEMS 800.233.8404 www.playworldsystems.com PRECOR 800.477.3267 www.precor.com RAMP TECH 703.492.2378 www.ramptech.com REC WARE BY SIERRA DIGITAL 888.RECWARE www.recware.com SKATEPARKS INTERNATIONAL 393.655.9006 www.sk8parks.com SMOKERS OUTPOST 800.622.6069 www.cslinecenviro.com SONAR 800.343.6063 SOUTHERN ALUMINUM 800.221,0408 www.southernaluminum.com SRI 888.799,6548 www.sri-bookit.com STEADFAST BRIDGE 800.749.7515 www.steadfastbridge.com SURFACE AMERICA 809.999.0555 www.surfam.com THROUGHBRED 281.875.2187 www.tbred.com TRIMS SOFTWARE 800.608.7567 www.trims.com VERMONT SYSTEMS 800.377.7427 www.vermont-systems.com VORTEX 514.948.4899 www.vortex-intl.com WATER SAFETY 407.777.5855 www.watersafteyproductsinc.com For additional product information, log onto www.nrpa.org and check out Parks & Recreation's On-Line Buyers Guidel3 |
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