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Recreation Organizations
American Birding Association
http://www.americanbirding.org
The ABA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides leadership to birders by increasing their knowledge, skills, and enjoyment of birding. It is the only organization in North America that specifically caters to recreational birders. It also contributes to bird and bird habitat conservation through varied programs.
Resources
- Publications
- Meetings and workshops
- Tours
- ABA Sales
Contact Information Additional Information
Richard H. Payne, President Membership Organization
945 N 30th St., Suite 200 "Winging It" Newsletter
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Tel (800) 850-2473
Fax (719) 578-1480
Email: member@aba.org
American Canoe Association
http://www.americancanoe.org/
The American Canoe Association (ACA) is a nationwide, not for profit organization that is in service to the broader paddling public by providing education on matters related to paddling, supporting stewardship of the paddling environment, and enabling programs and events to support paddle sport recreation.
Resources
- Safety Resources (ACA's Paddlesport Safety Guidelines, Beginner's Guide to Paddling)
- Instruction (Canoe, Kayak, Raft, Safety and Rescue)
- ACA insurance
- Club-Fostered stewardship grants
- Boating regulation
- Water trails database
Contact Information Additional Information
Pamela Dillon, Executive Director Membership Organization
7432 Alban Station Blvd , Suite B-232 "American Paddler" Newsletter
Springfield, VA 22150
Tel (703) 451-0141
Fax (703) 451-2245
Email: aca@americancanoe.org
Adventure Cycling Association
www.adventurecycling.org
Founded in 1973 as Bikecentennial, Adventure Cycling Association is America's premier nonprofit organization dedicated to bicycle travel, with over 42,000 members nationwide.
Resources
- Adventure Cyclist magazine
- Cyclosource catalog
- Route maps
- Organized tours
- Tax benefits
- Library archives
- Website exposure
Contact Information Additional Information
Jim Sayer, Executive Director Membership Organization
150 East Pine Street "Bike Bits" Newsletter
P.O. Box 8308
Missoula, MT 59802
Tel (800) 755-2453
Fax (406) 721-8754
Email: info@adventurecycling.org
Go Camping America
http://www.gocampingamerica.com/
GoCampingAmerica.com is the premier source for information on private parks and campgrounds nationwide.
Contact Information Additional Information
Email: gcainfo@arvc.org "Go Camping America, S'more"
National Park Service (NPS)
http://www.nps.gov/
Beyond national parks, the National Park Service helps communities across America preserve and enhance important local heritage and close-to-home recreational opportunities.
Resources
- For historical preservation (grants, standards and guidelines, National Register, travel itineraries, publications)
- Nature and science (laws and regulations, policies and guidance, planning, environment and public comment tool, research opportunities, scholarships)
- Education and interpretation material
Contact Information
Mary A. Bomar, Director
1849 C Street NW
Washington DC 20240
Tel (202) 208-6843
National Recreation and Park Association
http://www.nrpa.org/
The Mission of the National Recreation and Park Association is to advance parks, recreation and environmental conservation efforts that enhance the quality of life for all people.
Resources
- Publications and research
- Advocacy (legislation, regulations, legislative forum)
- Accreditation and certifications (the National Playground Safety Institute, Aquatic Facility Operator Course)
- Education and conferences
- Marketing opportunities (exhibit and sponsorship opportunities, advertising, mailing lists)
Contact Information
22377 Belmont Ridge Road
Ashburn, VA 20148-4150\
Tel (703) 858.0784
Fax (703) 858.0794
Email: dvaira@nrpa.org
North American Butterfly Association
http://www.naba.org/
The North American Butterfly Association (NABA) is the largest group of people in North America (Canada, United States, and Mexico) interested in butterflies. It is a membership-based not-for-profit organization working to increase public enjoyment and conservation of butterflies.
Resources
- Sightings database
- Publications
- Online store
Contact Information Additional Information
Jeffrey Glassberg, President Membership Organization
4 Delaware Road Newsletter: "American Butterflies",
Morristown, NJ 7960 "Butterfly Gardener"
Email: springer@naba.org
World Birding Center
http://www.worldbirdingcenter.org/
The mission of the WBC is to protect native habitat while increasing the understanding and appreciation of the birds and wildlife.
Resources
- Birding tours
- Birding information (checklists, rare bird alert, bird news)
- Volunteer programs
Contact Information
Joshua Rose, Program Director
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive
Mission, TX 78572
Tel (956) 584-9156
Email: Joshua.Rose@tpwd.state.tx.us
Amateur Athletic Union
http://aausports.org
The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) is one of the largest, non-profit, volunteer, sports organizations in the United States. A multi-sport organization, the AAU is dedicated exclusively to the promotion and development of amateur sports and physical fitness programs.
Resources
- Sport Programs (AAU Sports Program, AAU Junior Olympic Games, AAU James E. Sullivan Memorial Award, and the AAU Complete Athlete Program
- Calendar of events
- Insurance
- Certification program
Contact Information Additional Information
Boddy Dodd, President and CEO Membership Organization
1919 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
P.O. Box 22409
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Tel (407) 934-7200
Email: bdodd@aausports.org
American Platform Tennis Association (APTA)
http://www.platformtennis.org
The mission of the APTA is to govern the sport; grow participation among all levels and types of players and across all regions; improve all aspects of the game.
Resources
- Information (rules, tournaments, rankings)
- Tournaments
- Magazine
Contact Information Additional Information
Marjorie Hodson, Executive Director Membership Organization
20 Oak Ridge Avenue Newsletter: "Platform Tennis Magazine"
Summit, NJ 07901
Tel (888) 744-9490
Fax (908) 934-9257
Email: aptahq@platformtennis.org
American Volkssport Association (AVA)
www.ava.org
The AVA's network of 350 walking clubs organize more than 3000 walking events per year in all 50 states, as well as occasional bikes, skis, and swims.
Resources
- Walking events calendar
- Publications
- Workshops
Contact Information Additional Information
Shirley Lindberg, President Membership Organization
1001 Pat Booker Road, Suite 101
Universal City, TX 78148
Tel (210) 659-2112
Fax (210) 659-1212
Email: president@ava.org
American Youth Soccer Organization
www.soccer.org
AYSO is a nationwide non-profit organization that develops and delivers quality youth soccer programs in a fun, family environment
Resources
- Soccer Programs and tournaments
- Awards and recognitions
- Conferences
Contact Information Additional Information
Peter MacPhail, President Membership Organization
12501 S. Isis Ave. "AYSO eNewsletter"
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Tel (800) 872-2976
Fax (310) 643-5310
Babe Ruth League
http://www.baberuthleague.org/
Babe Ruth League, Inc. is the premier amateur baseball and softball program in the world with a combined size of over 1,035,123 players on some 56,622 teams in more than 9,113 leagues.
Resources
- Insurance Program Tournament and competitions
- Fundraising campaigns Coach Certification Program
- BRL Scholarship Fund
Contact Information Additional Information
Steven M. Tellefsen, President/CEO Membership Organization
1770 Brunswick Pike Newsletter: "Bullpen"
Trenton, NJ 8638
Family Campers and RV'ers
http://www.fcrv.org/
FCRV is an organization dedicated to camping fellowships, the preservation of its international heritage, and the strengthening of family bonds through shared activities in the out-of-doors.
Resources
- RV insurance Scholarships
- Discounts on booth space Legislation
- Access to membership list Disaster awareness training
- Classified ads section Youth and adult programs
Contact Information Additional Information
Eldon Sellers, President Membership Organization
4804 Transit Rd, Bldg 2
Depew, NY 14043
Tel (800) 245-9755
Email: tcrvnat@buffnet.net
League of American Bicyclists (LAB)
http://www.bikeleague.org/
LAB’s mission is to promote bicycling for fun, fitness and transportation and work through advocacy and education for a bicycle-friendly America.
Contact Information Additional Information
Andy D. Clarke, Executive Director Membership Organization
1612 K Street NW, Suite 800 Newsletter: "American Bicyclist"
Washington DC 20006
Tel (202) 822-1333
Fax (202) 822-1334
Email: andy@bikeleague.org
National Golf Foundation
http://www.ngf.org/cgi/home.asp
The National Golf Foundation is the industry leader in providing relevant information and insights on the business of golf.
Resources
- Golf research
- Facility consulting
- Media and marketing organizations, golf associations and e-businesses
- Golf course development and management companies
- Golf and practice facilities
Contact Information Additional Information
Joseph Beditz, President and CEO Membership Organization
1150 South US Highway One
Jupiter, FL 33477
Tel (561) 744-6006
(561) 744-6107
Email: general@ngf.org
Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF)
http://www.taaf.com/
The Texas Amateur Athletic Federation is a nonprofit organization established in 1925 to promote, organize and conduct amateur athletics in the state of Texas.
Resources
- State tournaments Scholarships
- Sports management school Special youth events
- Awards Sports certifications
- Job Mart
Contact Information Additional Information
Mark Lord, Executive Director Membership Organization
P.O. Box 1789
Georgetown, TX 78628
Tel (512) 863-9400
Fax (512) 869-2393
Email: marklord@suddenlinkmail.com
United States Diving
www.usadiving.org
USA Diving is the national governing body of diving in the United States. It leads in fostering the growth and development of diving in the United States.
Contact Information Additional Information
Debbie Hesse Membership Organization
201 S. Capitol Ave., Ste. 430
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tel (317) 237.5252
Fax (317) 237.5257
Email: debbie.hesse@usadiving.org
United States Figure Skating Association (USFSA)
http://www.usfsa.org/
As the governing body, U.S. Figure Skating's mission is to provide programs to encourage participation and achievement in the sport of figure skating.
Resources
- Adult Skating Collegiate Skating
- School Programs
Contact Information Additional Information
David Raith, Executive Director Membership Organization
20 First Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Tel (719) 635.5200
Fax (719) 635.9548
United States Soccer Federation (USSF)
http://www.ussoccer.com/
The mission of the United States Soccer Federation is to make soccer, in all its forms, a preeminent sport in the United States and to continue the development of soccer at all recreational and competitive levels.
Resources
- Events (Men's, Women's and Youth National Teams)
- Coaching education
- Referee programs
- Game rules
Contact Information Additional Information
Dan Flynn, Secretary General Membership Organization
1801 S. Prairie Ave.
Chicago, IL 60616
Tel (312) 808-1300
Fax (312) 808-1301
Email: communications@ussoccer.org
United States Tennis Association (USTA)- Texas Region
http://www.usta.com/home/default.sps
USTA is a not-for-profit organization created to promote and develop the growth of tennis, from the grassroots to the professional levels.
Resources
- Coaching education
- Junior and collegiate competitions
- Professional events
- Tennis and education Foundation (grants and scholarships)
- Volunteer Programs
Contact Information Additional Information
Ken McAllister, Executive Director Membership Organization
8105 Exchange
Austin, TX 78754
Tel (512) 443-1334
Fax (512) 443-4748
USA Cycling Inc.
http://www.usacycling.org/
USA Cycling is a family of organizations that promote and govern different disciplines of the sport, and that work as one to build the sport of bicycle racing, assist with athlete development and sustain international competitive excellence.
Resources
- Local, regional and national events
- Coaching programs
- Mechanics programs
- Selected discounts for members
Contact Information Additional Information
Steve Johnson, CEO Membership Organization
1 Olympic Plaza "USA Cycling Newsletter"
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Tel (719) 866.4581
Fax (719) 866.4628
Email: sjohnson@usacycling.org
USA Track and Field (USATF)
http://www.usatf.org/
USA Track & Field (USATF) is the National Governing Body for track and field, long-distance
running and race walking in the United States. USATF encompasses the world's oldest organized
sports, the most-watched events of Olympic broadcasts, the #1 high school and junior high
school participatory sport and more than 30 million adult runners in the United States.
Resources
- Bylaws and regulations
- Professional and amateurs programs
- Professional certifications
- Online Calendar
Contact Information Additional Information
Craig A. Masback, CEO Membership Organization
One RCA Dome, Suite 140
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tel (317) 261-0500
Fax (317) 261-0481
Email: membership@usatf.org
Boy Scouts of America- National Council
http://www.scouting.org/
The purpose of the Boy Scouts of America is to provide an educational program for boys and young adults to build character, to train in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and to develop personal fitness.
Resources
- Scouting Programs (Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, Venturing, National Eagle Scout Association)
- Research reports
Contact Information Additional Information
1325 West Walnut Hill Lane Membership Organization
P.O. Box 152079
Irving, TX
75015-2079
Tel (972) 580-2401
Fax (972) 580-2413
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
http://www.bgca.org/
Its mission is to enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.
Resources
- Character and leadership programs
- Education and career resources
- Health and life skills programs
- Arts
- Sports, fitness and recreation programs
- Specialized initiatives
Contact Information Additional Information
Roxanne Spillett, President Membership Organization
1275 Peachtree Street NE Newsletter: "Connections"
Atlanta, GA 30309-3506
Tel (404) 487-5700
Email: info@bgca.org
Camp Fire Boys and Girls
www.campfire.org
Camp Fire USA is a not-for-profit youth development organization, currently serving nearly 750,000 children and youth annually. It provides all-inclusive, coeducational programs in hundreds of communities across the United States.
Resources
- Small-group clubs and mentoring opportunities
- Leadership development programs
- Camping and environmental education
- Child care
- Self-reliance and service-learning classes
Contact Information Additional Information
Jill Pasewalk, CEO Membership Organization
1100 Walnut Street, Suite 1900
Kansas City, MO 64106-2197
Tel (816) 285 2010
Fax (816) 285 9444
Email: info@campfireusa.org
Girl Scouts of the U.S.A
http://www.girlscouts.org/
Girl Scouts of the USA is dedicated solely to girls where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world.
Resources
- Girl Scout programs
- Research and public policy information on the healthy development of girls
- Volunteer programs
Contact Information Additional Information
Etta Moore, CEO Membership Organization
Girl Scouts-Lone Star Council
12012 Park Thirty-Five Circle
Austin, Texas 78753
Tel (512) 453-7391
1(800) 733-0011
Fax (512) 458-2390
Email: EttaM@girlscouts-lonestar.org
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