American Red Cross http://www.redcross.org Source for aquatics programs, first-aid and CPR information, general water safety and lifeguarding, as well as HIV/AIDS education.

Aquatics International http://www.aquaticsintl.com Free subscription to aquatics professionals. Resources for planning, maintaining, managing and promoting aquatics facilities.

Centers for Disease Control - Healthy Swimming http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/ Educational materials regarding recreational water illnesses.

Jeff Ellis and Associates, Inc. http://www.jellis.com/ Provider of risk management programs for waterparks and a lifeguard certification. Has online newsletter.

National Aquatic Safety Company http://www.nascoaquatics.com/ Provides information on aquatic safety such as courses, procedures and training for lifeguards and their instructors. There is also an online newsletter and lifeguard manual.

National Program For Playground Safety http://www.uni.edu/playground/ Safety information for playgrounds, US Consumer Product Safety Commission Handbook, resources for playground equipment and manufacturers, and a listing of websites related to public playground safety.

National Swimming Pool Foundation http://www.nspf.com The NSPF provides the Certified Pool Operator certification. A list of classes is on its website.

Playworld Systems, Inc. http://www.playworldsystems.com A company that sells playground equipment. Safety information and a free guideline are offered.

National Recreation and Park Association http://www.nrpa.org/ Information for parks professionals, buyer’s guide, programs for youth, playground safety and an active search for parks nationwide.

Texas Parks & Wildlife http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/ Offers information on hunting, fishing, boating, nature, conservation and hunter education classes. Also links to related site such as Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, the EPA, and National Park Service, etc.

Texas Recreation and Parks Society (TRAPS) http://www.traps.org Site offers educational and networking opportunities for parks and recreational service professionals. The site contains a buyer’s guide, calendar of events around the state, publications, and training and certifications opportunities.

Texas Public Pool Council http://www.tppc.org The TPPC provides information and education to aquatic professionals. The organization also sponsors a discussion group.

Texas Department of State Health Services www.dshs.state.tx.us/poolspa/default.shtm The source for the Texas Department of State Health Services swimming pool codes along with other aquatics links.