More people than ever embraced health and fitness across key regions of the globe in 2023, bringing participation to new highs. According to data

Respondents to the Industry Report survey from health and fitness clubs were more likely than others to report that the number of people using their

The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Office of Outdoor Recreation announced a

The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) has released its third and final

JCC Association of North America, Jewish Federations of North America, and the Union for Reform Judaism announced the expansion of ElevatEd, the

Bobcat Company, a global equipment, 

Now in its fourth year, Kubota continues its commitment to hometowns across America with its Kubota Hometown Proud® grant program, awarding $600,000

Imagine doing a diaper change on a public restroom floor, or in the trunk of your car. The harsh reality is that people with disabilities and their

Southern Illinois University (SIU) selected

Yanmar Compact Equipment launches the TL80VS compact track loader as part of its new line of compact track

Multiple park projects were among the winners of ASLA’s 2024 Professional Awards. The 39 Professional Award winners this year, selected from 465

Park shelters, playgrounds and restroom structures were the most common amenities found among park respondents’ facilities, according to the 2024

In parks, on campuses, along streetscapes and in locations where sports and other gatherings take place, shelters and shade structures play major

Aquatic facilities’ air and water quality are crucial to keeping everyone in the building safe and extending the lifespan of the actual facility and

Developers and manufacturers of modern fitness equipment, in concert with trail and park designers, have taken the essential elements of indoor

When the recent pandemic dictated social distancing and drastically limited indoor recreation opportunities, more people began utilizing outdoor

Pickleball enthusiasts are making some noise—in more ways than one.As the New York Post cleverly stated, “pickleball causes more of a racket than

An adventure takes you to new places, reveals new ideas and provides a sense of awe, wonder and exploration. But it’s more than that for children.

Physical fitness and athletics are an essential part of the school day, encouraging a healthy lifestyle and cultivating academic excellence and

The pandemic roiled facilities’ staffs all across the country. We watched the data here as staffing concerns overwhelmingly became the top issue

In parks, on campuses, along streetscapes and in locations where sports and other gatherings take place, shelters and shade structures play major

Playful PupsPlay for the whole family means including our playful pups! Play4Pups® is a fun obstacle course that keeps our beloved canines moving.

Circuit WorkoutThe HealthBeat Circuit™ Activated by FitLot® includes a thoughtful combination of fitness equipment for strength, cardio, balance and

Draw a CrowdAdding a Wibit Sports Inflatable combination to your aquatic facility attracts crowds, and creates unique user

Pickleball EquipmentParknpool is now offering the most durable, long-lasting USA-made pickleball products in the industry. Our manufacturing partner

The percentage of women head coaches of NCAA Division-I women’s teams increased for the seventh year in a row, and for the 10th year in a row in the

The U.S. Soccer Foundation announced that CBS Sports’ Kate Abdo has joined the U.S. Soccer Foundation as an Ambassador. In her role, Abdo will help

SHAPE America - Society of Health and Physical Educators and BTS Spark are pleased to announce a new partnership aimed at developing leadership

The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) and the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) have announced the

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) in partnership with The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation, announced the sixth annual Parks for

Bobcat Company, a global equipment, 

Yanmar Compact Equipment launches the TL75VS as part of its

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has joined the Susan Crown Exchange’s (SCE) Million Coaches Challenge cohort, with the goal of

Respondents to the 2024 Industry Report survey from Ys and parks were the most likely to report that they currently host youth sports programs at

A new mini-pitch installed in honor of the late W. Robert Reum was officially unveiled at the Indian Boundary YMCA on Tuesday, August 20. Born and

On September 3, 1964, the most important and successful conservation program ever, the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), was enacted into law

Eighty percent of U.S. adults agree it is important for local government officials to reflect the racial and/or ethnic makeup of the communities they

University of Michigan students have an exciting new sustainability effort in place in both the Intramural Sports Building and North Campus

The USTA honored Littleton Golf and Tennis as one of 41 winners in the USTA’s annual Outstanding Facility Awards program, which recognizes excellence

A groundbreaking Adaptive Sports Complex recently opened in South St. Louis County, Missouri thanks to a collaborative effort between the St. Louis

How to Provide for Pickleball Without Taking Away From Tennis After Tampa, Fla., started converting tennis courts for

A Guide to Addressing Unwanted Advances While I was an exhibitor at a conference, a co-worker asked me a disturbing

High school sports participation hit an all-time record for the 2023-24 school year, reaching more than 8 million for the first time ever. The NFHS

More than nine out of 10 (92.3%) school respondents said they currently offer programming of some kind at their facilities, down from 97% in 2023 and

If you’re an aquatic facility manager, budgetary concerns and staffing challenges are just the tip of the iceberg of tasks you juggle on a day-to-day

Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) is proud to award five rural communities – from New England and the mid-Atlantic to Appalachia and Alaska – with

As the first bell of the school year rings, a new wave of excitement and independence washes over students. With this freedom comes increased risks.

Trust for Public Land today released groundbreaking new research that synthesizes key risk factors associated with green gentrification. The report,

The Department of the Interior’s National Park Service released a new report that finds visitor spending in communities near national parks in 2023

River Club Glen Arbor (RCGA) with 400 feet of riverfront footage on Crystal Rivers in northern Michigan,

California Sports Surfaces (CSS), a division of ICP Group, was recognized as an industry leader in sustainable surfaces by the 

EP Climbing proudly played a significant role in the 2024 Paris Olympics, designing and building the climbing walls at the Le Bourget Climbing Venue

The 60th annual Bobcat North Dakota Open again brought

Watchfire, the official and exclusive scoreboard and videoboard manufacturer of the NFHS, supports the NFHS (National Federation of State High School

ASV, an industry-leading brand of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, introduces the new

Cleveland State University’s Campus Recreation Center has an exciting new sustainability effort in place and it is thanks to several of its

It is with deep condolences that Gerflor USA announces the passing of Henry Vollant, distinguished leader whose visionary leadership and dedication

Werk-Brau introduces the FHX66 Defender Forestry Mulcher, a robust mulcher for standard flow skid steers and track loaders. Engineered to perform,

Developers and manufacturers of modern fitness equipment, in concert with trail and park designers, have taken the essential elements of indoor

Earlier this month, U.S. Rep. W. Gregory Steube (R-Fla.) introduced H.R. 9298, a groundbreaking piece of legislation designed to enhance water safety