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Describes the waterfalls in the Ricketts Glen State Park in Pennsylvania. Details of the trails along the way; Information on the geological history of the region; Variety of the natural forms of the falls.

The article discusses the shut down of an ambitious floating park project in the Hudson River in New York, nicknamed Diller Island after media billionaire Barry Diller and his wife, the fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg.

The article reports on debate regarding the marine protected areas in California.

The article reports on the decision of the Board of Alderman in Wentzville, Missouri to reject bids for the development of Peruque Valley and Heartland parks after concerns were raised by aldermen on increasing costs for the Splash Station Aquatic Center under construction.

The article reports on the problem facing Wentzville officials in Missouri when a rock appeared with excavation of a site for construction of Splash Station Aquatic Center.

The article focuses on the planned three parks to be built in Wentzville, Missouri in 2012. The construction for Peruque Valley Park, Heartland Park and the Splash Station Aquatic Park is expected to start in spring 2012 and completed by the end of 2013. A total of 17.8 million U.S. dollars is expected to be spent on the first phase of the parks according to Wentzville finance director Dennis Walsh. The projects was approved by the voters through a proposition in August 2010.

The article reports that John Reilly, President of SeaWorld San Diego will make changes in the Mission Bay marine park. SeaWorld San Diego, which opened in 1964, is now one of 10 parks nationwide open!tcd by Orlando-based SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. By summer 2011, it will open a new exhibit showcasing sea turtles, giving visitors a rare look at animals that most people never see.

The article profiles James Jacoby, a Florida developer that has made more than $100 million in his business, and decided to invest $10 million to buy and rebuild the Marineland aquatic park in Marineland, Florida. A discusion of Marineland's history and Jacoby's interest with green architecture and businesses is presented.

The article looks at how a rush of new indoor water park resorts, a booming trend in the Midwest for a decade, is now hitting the East Coast. The author presents a description of the Great Wolf Lodge in Scotrun, Pennsylvania. The history of indoor water parks in North America is reviewed. According to the author, the indoor water park industry is worth an estimated $4.8 billion by the end of 2006.

The article reports the contribution of National City, California towards Waterfront Adventure Center, San Diego, the completed center will include locker rooms, restrooms, and showers.

The article offers information on Christmas attractions at the Newport mansions protected by the Preservation Society of Newport County, Rhode Island, and the Chicago Surf park to opened in Lake Michigan in Chicago, Illinois in May 2015.

The article offers information related to West Virginia. The Early Childhood Planning Task Force was created by West Virginia Governor Earl Ray Tomblin. It mentions the Splash Zone, a newly-enhanced aquatic center in partnership of the city of Clarksburg and the Harrison County Commission. It adds the inclusion of a financial aid class in the freshmen orientation at the West Virginia University.

The article reports on the decision as a result of votes from regulators to reopen about 5,000 square miles of protected waters off New England for fishing which drew praise from fishermen but concern from environmental advocates. It notes scientists' statement that restrictions are needed to provide female fish a safe place to spawn to increase stocks. It is suggested by Jude Crawford, the policy manager for the Northeast Fisheries program, that the move could have terrible consequences.

The article provides information on the forum discussion among the Northwest Territories Housing Corporation and the K'atlodeeche First Nation community on the issue of vacant houses at the Hay River Reserve in Northwest Territories.

The article reports on the announcement made by the Crestwood Department of Parks and Recreation that people who are not living in Crestwood, Missouri may purchase a membership to the Creastwood Aquatic Center in Whitecliff Park starting in January 2012.

The article reports on the move of the city of Clarksburg, West Virginia to transform its pool into an aquatic center which is said to cost 3.1 million dollars.

The article reports that the Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners has approved plans for the construction of a new 4.1-million dollar bay front aquatic center in National City, California and the redevelopment of Colorado Yacht Club in Coronado, California on September 13, 2011.

The article offers news brief related to development growth in various cities in California. A power plant, a multimillion hospital and an automobile dealer complex will be opened in Escondido. The city of Carlsbad is discussing the approval process for a multimillion-dollar aquatic park that the residents have been waiting. Merlin Entertainments Group Ltd. has built a 40,000-square-foot aquarium and a 15 million-gallon water park with a wave pool also in Carlsbad.

Most of the world's important commercial fish species have been declining for years. Nearly one-fourth are unable, essentially, to reproduce. The biggest cause of the deterioration in ocean health -- bigger than climate change or pollution -- is overfishing. American fisheries are in better shape than most but not by much. The White House seems prepared to give this issue high priority. George W. Bush, though more sensitive to marine issues than other environmental problems, was slow to offer remedies, the most important being the establishment of three large protected marine reserves in the Pacific. President Obama has engaged the matter early in the game. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The article explores the criticism received by the Manila Ocean Park in Manila, Philippines from animal rights groups. The facility is yet to open and will feature more than 20,000 marine inhabitants. Anna Hashim-Cabrera of the Philippine Animal Welfare Society, claims that the facility will imprison animals for the purpose of making money. Other animal rights advocacy groups like the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and the Philippines and Earth Island Institute are campaigning in all schools to ban the Manila Ocean Park.

The article presents information on the resort town Druskininkai, Lithuania. It is mentioned that the main attractions of the city include hotel Pusynas, Druskininkai Aqua Park and Grutas Park. It is stated that the city offers visitors with fine hotels, modern spa treatments and beautiful natural surroundings. Information on various spa centers and hotels including Spa Vilnius, Druskininku Gydykla and hotel Dalija is also presented.

The article presents information about Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Marine National Monument, the world's largest protected marine region. U.S. President George W. Bush has struggled to upgrade the area into a true marine reserve. Kitty Simonds, the longtime executive director of the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council, has favored the bottom-fish fishery in this marine region.

The article offers information about the water park to be opened in Randalls Island, New York.

Reports on the opening of the Riverdale Waterfront Promenade and Fishing Access Site in New York City.

Relates outdoor experience at Glover's Reef Marine Reserve in Belize. Location of the site; Enjoyment of the author in casting bonefish; Challenges of bonefishing.

Reports the approval of the Sea World aquatic theme park expansion by the California Coastal Commission in San Diego. Personal view of Bob Tucker, staff of Sea World, on the expansion plan of the company; Creation of the project at the Mission Bay; Details of modification made by the coastal commissioner.

Provides information on the Arctic Adventure program offered by Sea World San Antonio in Texas to adult visitors.

Editorial. Announces the appointment of Deputy Mayor Randy Levine and John Cahill to the Hudson River Park Trust, after the trust was approved by the State Legislature in New York. What the riverside park would give New Yorkers; Reason for suggesting the creation of a nonprofit subsidiary.