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Recreation Trends <br /> *Recreation interests and participation are influenced by many factors. Age, access to facilities, in- <br /> come, amount of leisure time, interest in the environment, new recreation technology, and social <br /> trends all influence recreation participation. In general, people are looking for quality recreation close <br /> to home, but are willing to travel to obtain higher quality or more specialized activities. <br /> Current trends <br /> The following recreation trends have been observed in the Twin Cities over the last ten years: <br /> • Trail use has boomed (walking, running, biking and in-line skating). <br /> • Non-contact recreation activities are growing. <br /> • Interest in arts and natural areas is growing. <br /> • Participation in many team sports has plateaued or in some cases declined. <br /> • More youth are specializing in one sport and training year-round. <br /> • Soccer participation has increased. <br /> • Golf has increased in popularity. <br /> • Women's sports have increased. <br /> • Off-leash dog parks are popular. <br /> Y + 4 <br /> zl <br /> • r <br /> n. <br /> t <br /> r <br /> r <br /> Freewav Park <br /> 14 <br />