The American Camp Association (ACA) announced the recipients of the 2023 National Awards.

Step Into Swim, an initiative of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) dedicated to creating more swimmers through safe swim education, announced strategic partnerships with key program supporters Master Pools Guild (MPG), Northeast Spa & Pool Association (NESPA) Foundation, and Periodic Products, Inc.

Sens. Alex Padilla and Susan Collins reintroduced the Outdoors for All Act in the U.S. Senate.  They were joined by Representatives Nannette Barragan (D-CA44) and Michael Turner (R-OH10) who introduced companion legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bipartisan act, if passed, would codify the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program. 

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) recognizes and celebrates NRPA’s Business Council members.

The Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC) will host its next Vote on the Code Conference at next year’s Association of Aquatic Professionals (AOAP) Annual Conference & Exposition.

IHRSA, the Global Health & Fitness Association, announced that its Board of Directors has elected two new members.

Trail leaders from across the country will unite in Washington, D.C., February 12–17 during the 26th annual Hike the Hill advocacy event.

The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announced the formal launch of a new recertification requirement for ACE Certified Professionals.

Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful and PalmettoPride announced a comprehensive joint study on the efficacy of state litter statutes and enforcement practices and procedures.

JCC Association will hold events throughout the month for Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month.