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A community forest in Maine. A pocket park in Colorado. A community park in Massachusetts. These sites are among the recipients of the 2024 L.L.Bean
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July 29, 2024
A community forest in Maine. A pocket park in Colorado. A community park in Massachusetts. These sites are among the recipients of the 2024 L.L.Bean
July 29, 2024
Respondents to the Industry Report Survey from parks and Ys were the most likely to report that they had formed partnerships with nonprofit
July 25, 2024
Well-maintained, safe, and comfortable restrooms are an important amenity within your park, providing comfort and convenience for park visitors, as
July 23, 2024
Bobcat Company, a global equipment,
July 23, 2024
Seminole High School, in Seminole, TX, has transformed its sports program with the installation of video scoreboards from Watchfire. The new
July 22, 2024
A joint position paper from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American Council on Exercise states that nutrition and physical activity
July 22, 2024
More than three-quarters of respondents from health clubs, colleges and universities, Ys, and rec centers said they currently host fitness programs
July 18, 2024
Riverside Park in Coral Springs, Florida, has undergone a remarkable transformation, taking several old roller rinks and transforming them into a
July 17, 2024
The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) has released the first series of
July 17, 2024
July 17, 2024
Matrix Fitness, the world's fastest-growing commercial fitness brand, announced a new 3-year agreement with OMNIA Partners, the largest public and
July 17, 2024
Mecalac, a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of compact construction equipment,
July 17, 2024
Colorbiotics — a Sika Company known for its vibrant and long-lasting colors for mulch, rubber, rock, sand and concrete — is entering the 3D concrete
July 17, 2024
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announced the appointment of John Lally as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. Lally, who currently
July 17, 2024
Matrix Fitness, the world's fastest-growing commercial fitness brand, announced a new integration with Upace, a leading member experience and
July 15, 2024
July is Park and Recreation Month! How are you celebrating? The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has been celebrating Park and
July 15, 2024
The top five planned additions for park respondents to the 2024 Industry Report survey were splash play areas, dog parks, fitness trails and outdoor
July 10, 2024
Survey Methodology This report is based on a survey conducted for Recreation Management by Stamats Inc., an independent
July 09, 2024
A greater understanding of the multiple positive outcomes resulting from play and from interaction among children and adults with different physical
July 09, 2024
Most of us are drawn to water, whether we want to immerse ourselves in it or simply engage with it from dry land or boats. And for children, water
July 09, 2024
High utility bills, difficult terrain, vulnerable building materials, lack of flexibility…all of these are reasons recreational organizations turn to
July 09, 2024
Whether it’s the soothing lull of waves, the exhilarating rush of a water slide or the pure joy of splashing around, humans have an undeniable
July 09, 2024
With a mission to bring the game of squash to all, along with its health and social benefits, a new squash club in New York City has opened on
July 08, 2024
Highly Quotable“Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.”— John MuirAmerican
July 08, 2024
Here in Illinois, on this first day of summer, we’re in the middle of a heat wave, stretching from the Midwest all the way through New England, and
July 08, 2024
Concrete PlansCXT® manufactures precast concrete restrooms and buildings for parks nationwide. Our structures are manufactured with high-strength
July 08, 2024
Customize Your Favorite AmenitySUITMATE® Select allows you to customize the exterior of your SUITMATE Swimsuit Water Extractor. Whether you want your
July 08, 2024
National Park Trust and the National Park Service (NPS) have announced the successful acquisition of a 128-acre parcel of land along the Appalachian
July 08, 2024
Almost all U.S. adults (91 percent) have a preferred strategy or activity that helps manage stress, according to the latest National Recreation and
July 08, 2024
With more than three decades in the health and fitness industry, Cedric X. Bryant, Ph.D., FACSM, assumed his new role July 1 as chief executive
July 08, 2024
SportsArt, the leader in sustainable fitness and green solutions for over 40 years, is featured in Toronto, Ontario’s York University Tait
July 08, 2024
Surf Park Central is excited to announce the launch of its annual Consumer Trends Survey. As part of the mission to connect, educate, and support the
July 08, 2024
Hilltip now offers its line of
July 08, 2024
Rails to Trails Conservancy’s analysis of the latest round of U.S. Department of Transportation RAISE Grants says there is widespread demand for
July 08, 2024
While just over half (52.2%) of all respondents to the 2024 Industry Report survey said they currently have walking and hiking trails, around three-
July 03, 2024
Kay Park RecreationKay Park Recreation is celebrating 70 years of making places people friendly! Since 1954, Kay Park has been providing picnic
July 01, 2024
SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators and Booster, a company that offers a variety of school fundraising services, announced a new
July 01, 2024
John Deere has extended its allied distribution agreement with
July 01, 2024
In a recent survey by Bradley Company, nearly 70% of Americans reported having a particularly unpleasant experience in a public restroom due to the
July 01, 2024
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announced a partnership with TRX through the introduction of two online courses designed to empower exercise
July 01, 2024
Bradley Company has broadened its popular Euro Style Restroom Partition Collection
July 01, 2024
The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) commended the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee for its proactive steps in considering H.R. 4818, the “
July 01, 2024
Just over half (54%) of children ages 6 to 17 in the U.S. played on a sports team or took lessons in 2022, down from 58% in 2017, according to
July 01, 2024
Some 57.1% of respondents to the 2024 Industry Report Survey said they currently host youth sports programs at their facilities, while 46% say their
June 26, 2024
By John DzarnowskiComprehensive master planning is the cornerstone of developing and revitalizing community spaces. Yet, this process has
June 26, 2024
Universal Athletic Club in Lancaster, Penn., is no ordinary fitness club. Owner Rick Casselbury takes attention to service seriously, as well as
June 24, 2024
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) announced the opening of the third round of its rural implementation grant opportunity to help rural communities
June 24, 2024
A leader in innovation and digital solutions, Bobcat Company introduces its newest technological
June 24, 2024
June 24, 2024
California Sports Surfaces (CSS) has announced a new partnership with the Pickleball
June 24, 2024
IndigoFitness, known for their bespoke club designs, has placed a marker in the sand for recovery - developing a number of recovery modules that
June 24, 2024
The Philadelphia Eagles announced that Lincoln Financial Field has been certified as a LEED Platinum building for its commitment to operational
June 24, 2024
With the U.S. Olympic swim trials in progress and medal hopefuls grabbing the attention of young children who look to follow in their footsteps, the
June 24, 2024
The talent and abilities of the world’s best athletes aren’t all that will be on display during the upcoming 2024 Olympic Trials.
June 24, 2024
The year 2023 saw a record 175.8 million participants in outdoor recreation, representing 57.3% of the U.S. population, according to the 2024 Outdoor
June 24, 2024
After a major impact on attendance and usage of park facilities in the early phase of the pandemic in 2020, park respondents have seen growing usage
June 17, 2024
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR), the nation’s leading coalition of outdoor recreation trade associations, is proud to announce a
June 17, 2024
A new report released today by the Aspen Institute’s Project Play and Hurst Community initiatives identified the immense value of physical activity
June 17, 2024
Baltimore voters are seeking balanced transportation spending, prioritizing connectivity and accessible ways to safely walk and bike, according to a
June 17, 2024
Ecore, a
June 17, 2024
Miracle® Recreation, a pioneer in manufacturing thrilling playgrounds for nearly a century, and
June 17, 2024
At its June 3 meeting, the Health & Fitness Association board of directors elected
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has released its annual drowning and submersion report. Focused on deaths and injuries for
June 17, 2024
A majority of aquatic respondents to the Industry Report survey (79.9%) said they currently offer learn-to-swim programs for children. And nearly six
June 10, 2024
The National Park Service announced a more than $15 million investment from President Biden's Investing in America agenda to build climate resilience
June 10, 2024
The National Forest System Trail Stewardship Partnership Funding Program (NFSTS or Trail Partners grant program) awarded a total of $215,000 to
June 10, 2024
The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) has released the 2024 State of the Industry Report, highlighting
June 10, 2024
The International Council on Active Aging® (ICAA) is excited to unveil a transformative report from its recent think tank event, presenting a
June 10, 2024
Nearly all U.S. adults (92 percent) agree it is important for youth to participate in group activities, according to the latest National Recreation
June 10, 2024
Bobcat Company, a global equipment,
June 10, 2024
New to its line-up of P-Tier machines, John Deere debuted five
June 10, 2024
Eleiko, a leader in strength equipment, announced the release of a patent-pending Competition Collar. This innovative collar is the first to receive
June 10, 2024
Ignite Attachments, a breakthrough manufacturer of compact equipment attachments, adds to its growing
June 10, 2024
The U.S. youth camp industry contributes $70 billion to the national economy, accounting for the total value of the camp industry's production and
June 10, 2024
More than seven out of 10 (70.3%) respondents to the Industry Report survey representing camp facilities, including youth camps, as well as RV parks
June 06, 2024
Despite ongoing struggles with budgets, aging facilities, staff shortages and the still-receding impact of the coronavirus pandemic, recreation
June 06, 2024
In these pages, we’ll take a closer look at the answers provided by survey respondents whose facilities include aquatic elements. This includes any
June 06, 2024
In the next few pages, we’ll examine how the answers of respondents from parks and recreation agencies stack up. This includes parks departments,
June 06, 2024
In the next few pages, we’ll examine the answers to the Industry Report survey from respondents working for colleges and universities, who made up 13
June 06, 2024
In this section of the report, we’ll examine the survey responses from schools and school districts. Nearly half of respondents from schools
June 06, 2024
In these pages, we’ll examine the responses to the Industry Report survey from health club respondents. Making up 5% of the survey population in 2024
June 06, 2024
This final section of the Industry Report will examine the responses of those working for YMCAs, YWCAs, JCCs and Boys & Girls Clubs—those
June 05, 2024
The Departments of the Interior and Agriculture announced a proposed investment of $2.8 billion in fiscal year 2025 through the
June 05, 2024
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) has released a pivotal report,
June 05, 2024
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) announced a new partnership with the United States Tennis Association (USTA), the national
June 05, 2024
The Outdoor Foundation, the philanthropic arm of
June 05, 2024
In celebration of Great Outdoors Month and National Trails Day on June 1, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced the designation of four new
June 05, 2024
Bjelin has launched a carefully curated Contrast Collection that celebrates the distinct characteristics of the renowned Spačva oak. The new, vibrant
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