Respondents to the Industry Report Survey from parks and camp facilities were the most likely to indicate both that they were involved in conservation initiatives and that they felt that conservation issues were a top concern for their facilities over the next several years.

The City of Farmington Hills’ “Rock Around the Hawk” program, providing immersive recreation for toddlers and preschool children and their caregivers, was recently recognized for innovation.

For students in recreation and sports programs, LinkedIn should be a regular part of the social media rotation. Here are ideas on enhancing your profile and maintaining a presence.

Connected walking and biking infrastructure will provide equitable access and opportunity to communities across the country with projects funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) under the one-time Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods grant program. So says Rails to Trails Conservancy, the nation’s largest trails, walking and biking advocacy organization. 

While less than half (46.4%) of all respondents to the Industry Report survey in 2023 said they currently include walking and hiking trails at their facilities, more than seven out of 10 respondents from camps (76.4%) and parks (71.2%) said they currently include walking and hiking trails.

The Senate Budget Committee held a hearing on “Recreation at Risk: The Nature of Climate Costs,” spotlighting the impacts of climate change on outdoor recreation and the outdoor recreation economy—a sector that not only defines our national identity but is also a significant contributor to the U.S. economy and 2.2% of U.S. GDP.

Keep America Beautiful officially kicked off its 2024 Great American Cleanup, the annual spring-cleaning event in which 300,000 Americans are expected to take part in activities to pick up litter and green their communities between now and the first day of summer.

The Every Child a Swimmer program is collaborating with the SB 544 legislation to guarantee that even more children acquire essential swimming skills and become proficient swimmers.

Since its inception, Aquatic Design Group has been at the forefront of creating waves of innovation in aquatic design and engineering.

Bobcat Company, a global equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s 2024 Most Innovative Companies.