For thousands of years our ancestors have fished. Originally a means to provide food, over the generations, fishing has also become a popular recreational activity. In 2013 alone, more than 55 million Americans took a fishing trip. Because the activity offers great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, and is child-friendly, the sport is ideal for…
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3 Simple Ways to Make Pools More Energy Efficient
If you’re a homeowner who owns a pool, you may want some tips for making your pool more energy-efficient. Increasing the energy efficiency of your pool will not only help the environment; it will save you money on your energy bill. If you’re a first time pool owner, these tips may help set a good…
Don’t Forget This Essential Adventure Gear for Your Big Outdoor Trips This Summer
Each year, millions of Americans head outside, especially during the warmest weather, to enjoy activities ranging from camping and hiking to swimming, scuba diving, fishing, and more. However, not everyone knows what to pack for these outdoor adventures, and with some activities it can be easy to choose the wrong items. This can result in…
Award-Winning Minnesota Cheerleading Team Reinstated As a School Squad
Over the past few years, the Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City cheerleading team from Grove City, MN has become a well-known presence at both state and national competitive cheerleading competitions. However, despite this level of success, as well as the team’s dedication to tumbling instructions and practices, they are a self-funded activity in their school district. Fortunately, this…
Unique, Custom Hockey Gift Ideas to Help Ice Hockey Fans Chill Out This Summer
How do die hard hockey fans stay warm during winter’s brutally cold ice hockey season? They get pumped for the heat of competition! Although winter and hockey season may be all but a distant memory, you can still keep the camaraderie, excitement, and competitive spirit of hockey alive while building excitement for next season by…
Lacrosse Gift Ideas That Are Sure to Please On and Off the Field
Although youth athletics are often considered an integral part of the fabric that makes up American culture and society, it can be difficult to keep kids motivated to participate. While it’s estimated that nearly 35 million school-aged children participate in an organized sport during an given school year, rates of childhood diabetes and obesity have…
Three Custom Hockey Gift Ideas to Beat the Post Season Blues
The spring and summer months are a sad time for die-hard hockey fans. Not because the weather has finally warmed up, but because hockey season is officially over and done with. However, just because hockey season is over doesn’t mean the fun and excitement has to end as well. By giving — and maybe even…
Hot Tips to Keep Your Pool Cool, Clean and Running Smooth This Summer
Summer is just around the corner, which means it’s time to get your pool in top-tip shape! After all, there’s no better way to beat the heat during the dog days of summer than by taking a cool dip in the pool. However, no one will be able to enjoy your pool if it isn’t…
Why You Should Rent Bikes on Vacation
Transportation on vacation can become expensive, with all the taxis and buses needed to get from point A to point B. Relying on public transportation in an unfamiliar city can be inconvenient for people who have trouble remembering schedules, as well. For people travelling without small children, bicycle rentals may solve these problems. Bike rentals…
Play Soccer in Stockholm International Soccer Tours
It’s little secret that Americans love their sports. It’s also fair to say that their devotion starts at a young age. Over 60% of American kids play sports outside of school. That is roughly 21 million kids! In high school, 7.7 million students play on at least one sports team, if not several more. Of…