Kubota Tractor Corp. reaffirmed its commitment to supporting local customers, dealers and communities with the return of the Kubota Hometown Proud grant program. 

SYNSport, a popular multipurpose sports product, is now manufactured with Trionic Plus technology for a softer, stronger and longer lasting variety of turf. 

When it comes to top industry-related concerns, respondents to the Industry Report survey from rec centers, Ys and schools were the most likely to report that they feel youth fitness and wellness is a top issue.

More than 900 elementary and middle school students in 2024 will get connected to the great outdoors, thanks to grants from the National Park Trust, in partnership with Edison International. 

Midco Arena at Augustana University in Sioux Falls, S.D., celebrated its grand opening with the Vikings’ first home hockey series on campus.

Keeping algae from growing in the pool is a vital part of proper pool maintenance. Here’s a closer look at preventing—and dealing with—algae.

R.J. Thomas Mfg. Co. in Cherokee, Iowa, announced that it has been featured on Bloomberg TV's "World's Greatest!..." TV show, a half-hour program that focuses on telling 'the story behind the story.'

Around one-third (32.6%) of respondents to the Industry Report survey last year said they had plans to add staff in 2023. Another 65.6% said they were planning no changes to their staffing levels, and 1.8% had plans to reduce staff.

A new three-year initiative designed to help develop a Workforce Development Framework for local park and recreation agencies, with funding provided by the U.S. Department of Labor through the Workforce Pathways for Youth program, has been launched by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). 

Sponsored by Commercial Recreation Specialists

For most of our history (and much of our prehistory), human life has been intricately connected with water. Our earliest organized communities arose around lakes and rivers, and we continue to be drawn to the water, from local river trails to beachfront resorts. It’s not just that we need water to live; being in—or even near—is a calming experience that demonstrates our connection with nature.