...stresses the need for addressing the lack of open space and recreational development in Massachusetts' urban areas; includes regional analysis (Berkshires, Connecticut Valley, Central Highlands, Eastern Massachusetts, Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod and the Islands of Nantucket Sound) each with population density map (1970), selected recreation lands and sites map, swimming, picnicing, camping and boating data with projections to 2000, water quality maps (proposed standards and existing conditions), inventories of parks, forests, reservations, etc. with acreage and more; discusses acquisition and development programs, funding, and includes recommendations, etc.; this item was in the BRA collection...