The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has officially released the fifth edition of the Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC),
December 23, 2024
Majority Are Familiar With MAHC
First established in the summer of 2014 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), the Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) aims to
December 19, 2024
Spectrum Aquatics Introduces Blackfoot III Pool Cover Reel System
Spectrum Aquatics, a PlayCore company, is excited to introduce the new Blackfoot III Wall Mounted Semi-Automatic Thermal Pool Cover Storage Reel
December 19, 2024
Sherwood Forest RV Resort Opens New Mini Golf Course
An 18-hole Modular Advantage® Mini Golf course was recently designed and
December 19, 2024
No Fault Surfaces Marks 50 Years of Innovation in Safety Surfacing
No Fault® Surfaces, a leader in parks and recreation safety surfacing since 1974
December 19, 2024
ASBA Honors Distinguished Sports Facilities
The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has
December 19, 2024
Storyblok and Alloy Transform Atlanta Beltline’s Digital Presence
The Atlanta Beltline, in partnership with integrated marketing agency
December 19, 2024
SportsArt Joins YPG Marketplace
SportsArt, the leader in sustainable fitness and green solutions for over 47years, has been selected by YPurchasing to join its YPG Marketplace
December 19, 2024
IMBA Announces 2025 Foundations Program, Set in Minnesota for 2025
The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) announces the seventh year of Foundations trail workshops, taking place in Minnesota during
December 19, 2024
Trust for Public Land Publishes Comprehensive Report on Artificial Turf in Parks and Schoolyards
Trust for Public Land (TPL) has released a new report, The
December 16, 2024
YMCA of the USA Expands Youth Character Development Opportunities Nationwide
YMCA of the USA has announced an enhanced relaunch of the Character Development Learning Initiative (CDLI+), an innovative character-nurturing
December 16, 2024
Parks, Ys Most Likely to Partner With Nonprofits, Business
Respondents to the Industry Report Survey from parks and Ys were the most likely to report that they had formed partnerships with nonprofit
December 11, 2024
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Chi-Cal Rivers Fund Announces $2.1 Million in New Conservation Grants
Chi-Cal Rivers Fund partners announced $2.1 million in grants to enhance habitat and greenspace throughout the Chicago-Calumet region. These
December 11, 2024
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable Releases Annual State Rankings
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) announced its
December 11, 2024
Baton Rouge Youth Need More, Better Sports Options
Not enough Baton Rouge children can access sports to enjoy the associated benefits, including notably lower participation rates among girls and
December 11, 2024
ACE Launches New Course Focused on Supporting Clients Using Anti-Obesity Medications
Health and fitness professionals now have access to a groundbreaking interactive course,
December 11, 2024
Latin Americans Embrace Fitness Facilities as Key to an Active Lifestyle
The Health & Fitness Association (HFA), in partnership with ABC Fitness, has released the
December 11, 2024
WhiteWater Earns Brass Ring, Launches New Products
With IAAPA Expo 2024 completed, WhiteWater reflects on the impact the company’s new products made at the show; receiving two Brass Ring Awards as
December 11, 2024
Toro and Brentsville District High School Partner to Cultivate Turfgrass Professionals
Toro has recently entered into a partnership with Brentsville District High School, located in Prince William County, Virginia, to cultivate
December 09, 2024
NFWF Announces $122.5 Million in Conservation Grants
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) joined its public partners to announce $122.5 million in grants through the America’s Ecosystem
December 09, 2024
Camps, Parks Lead on Green Initiatives
Respondents to the 2024 Industry Report survey from camps and parks were the most likely to be involved in conservation and green initiatives, as
December 03, 2024
PHTA Q3 Quarterly Pulse Survey Shows Strong Revenue Growth
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the trade association representing the swimming pool, hot tub, and spa industry, released its Quarterly Pulse
December 03, 2024
NFHS Recognizes Eight High School Athletic Directors
NFHS Citations will be awarded to eight high school athletic directors December 16 in Austin, Texas, during luncheon festivities at the 55th annual
December 03, 2024
New Data Shows Outdoor Recreation Is a $1.2 Trillion Economic Engine
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) announced new economic data released by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA)
December 02, 2024
The Health & Fitness Association Launches New Podcast
The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) released the inaugural episode of its anticipated podcast, Shorts With Liz Clark.Hosted by Liz Clark, HFA
December 02, 2024
NCAA Extends Partnership With Gerflor USA Family for Championship Events
The NCAA has officially extended its longstanding partnership with Gerflor USA’s family of brands—Connor Sports, Sport Court, and Taraflex—to
December 02, 2024
Rebound Ace Unveils Refreshed Logo and Branding
Rebound Ace, around since 1977 and a part of the California Sports Surfaces (CSS) family of solutions, has refreshed its logo and branding to better
December 02, 2024
New Survey Shares Post-Pandemic Perceptions of Commercial Restrooms
The pandemic changed the world forever. While wearing masks and social distancing are now optional, one critical habit remains: proper handwashing,
December 02, 2024
Eleiko Opens Strength Hub in Germany
Eleiko, a global leader in premium strength equipment, announces the opening of its new showroom in Hilden, Germany. The Eleiko Strength Hub is a
December 02, 2024
Metal Fabricator Helps Custom Bench Manufacturer Honor First Responders
Metalworking manufacturer TAB Industries, LLC, Reading, Pa. (TABIndustries.com), is helping custom park bench manufacturer Going with the Grain,
December 02, 2024
More Than Two-Thirds Plan Construction
More than two-thirds of respondents to the Industry Report survey in 2024 said they had plans for construction at their facilities over the next
December 02, 2024
Outdoor Recreation Economy Delivers $1.2 Trillion Impact
The latest economic data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) measures the outdoor recreation economy for the U.S. at $1.2 trillion, confirming
November 25, 2024
A Place to Go
Access to clean and safe restrooms is no longer just a luxury, but an essential, expected amenity in public parks. Indeed, clean restrooms, as a
November 25, 2024
Congress Introduces the Youth Sports Facilities Act Following Efforts from SFIA and Industry Partners
With the support of the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) and partner organizations across youth sports, Congressmen Bill Huizenga (R-
November 25, 2024
ICAA Honors North America’s Top Senior Living Communities and Visionary Leaders
The International Council on Active Aging® (ICAA) and NuStep, LLC, are thrilled to unveil the recipients of the 2024 ICAA NuStep Best in Wellness
November 25, 2024
Pool & Hot Tub Alliance Announces 2024 Award Recipients
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the trade association representing the swimming pool, hot tub, and spa industry, announced the winners of its
November 25, 2024
Eight Education Tracks Unveiled for The HFA Show 2025
The Health & Fitness Association has released session details for the eight education tracks at The HFA Show 2025, which will occur March 12-14
November 25, 2024
Hydroapps Continues as a CMAHC Certified Product
The Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC) announced that Hydroapps, a pioneering software suite for
November 25, 2024
Soft Play Celebrates 40 Years of Pioneering Indoor Playground Equipment With Its Largest Installation Ever
Soft Play, a global leader in contained indoor playground equipment, in celebration of its 40th anniversary,
November 25, 2024
SFIA: Pickleball Demand Still Outstrips Infrastructure
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America for the third year in a row, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s Topline