The enhancement of physical, cognitive, emotional and social skills so an individual may participate in chosen activities. Recreational modalities are used in designed intervention strategies, incorporating individual's interests to make the therapy process meaningful and relevant.
Recreation
Activity engaged in for pleasure.
Nature
The system of all phenomena in space and time; the totality of physical reality. It is both a scientific and philosophic concept appearing in all historic eras. (Webster 2d; Dr. James H. Cassedy, NLM History of Medicine Division)
Public Facilities
An area of recreation or hygiene for use by the public.
Water Quality
A rating of a body of water based on measurable physical, chemical, and biological characteristics.