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| | If there is anything good to be said about 2020 (and parts of 2021 – although largely, there is very little good to be said), it was that people rediscovered they could head outdoors to get their exercise. We bring this up because sometimes, in the arms race to build better facilities, we lose sight of what’s around us, and what Mother Nature has built. In this issue, you’ll find plenty of focus on those venues: lakes, trails, beaches and more. We hope you’ll take the time to explore those features – as well as the other great articles in this issue. Read more...
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| | Flying High: Communities are Capitalizing on their Strengths to Grow Gymnastics Events | |
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| |  | To keep gymnastics events flying high, cities across the U.S. have gotten creative. Whether it means creating and investing in new events, forming partnerships with local groups, offering outstanding facilities or capitalizing on great publicity stunts, each unique strategy has helped the sport grow. Learn what cities are doing, and who is ready to share their expertise next. Read more... | |
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| | Softball: A Game for the Ages | |
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| | With options for almost every age and skill level, softball might just be the up-and-coming great American pastime. From kids to college play, and from leagues to travel teams, it’s a growing sport with limitless potential. Check out the diamonds throughout the U.S. – with options in every region, there’s sure to be the perfect facility to host your event. Read more... |  | |
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| | Blue Communities: Trends in Water Sports | |
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| |  | When local communities leverage their waterways into sports venues, great things happen. Sports tourism brings in the people, and residents too start to take advantage of all their community has to offer. Rowing, paddling, surfing – even open-water swimming and more – are all part of the great wave that is sweeping the nation. Read more... | |
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| | Team Travel Options: Transportation | |
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| | Getting from Point A to Point B is a lot more complex than it used to be. When should you use a bus? How convenient are charter flights? Can you buy airline tickets for your team in advance – and still make changes? Alan Judah explains the intricacies of team travel and how the answers can vary, depending upon your needs, budget and more. Read more... |  | |
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