Information on various aspects of track construction is provided, divided into the following areas--(1) general requirements for a standard track, (2) selection of a site, (3) construction of the body of the track, (4) track measurements and markers, (5) specifications for construction of takeoffs, runways, circles, and field areas, (6) care of the track, (7) minimum requirements for high school tracks, (8) construction and care of indoor tracks, and (9) preparation for conducting a track meet. Diagrams and specifications of some of the best tracks in the world are included. (FS)