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Where to Golf on Cape Cod

Friday, November 18th, 2016

858If you are planning a Cape Cod vacation and do not plan on scheduling a tee time, then you are really missing out. There are many amazing golf courses on and near Cape Cod. With wonderful bayside and ocean views, there is nothing more relaxing than golfing. Golfing is a great way to stay active while still having fun on your Cape Cod vacation. Here are just a few of the many beautiful golf courses you should play at while on Cape Cod. Continue reading “Where to Golf on Cape Cod” »

Where to Fish on Hilton Head Island

Tuesday, October 18th, 2016

fishing-charters-hilton-head-island-water-activitiesHilton Head Island, South Carolina is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the United States. It’s not hard to see why. The resort town offers beautiful beaches and countless activities for visitors, from shopping to golfing. Thanks to the diversity of marine life in the waters, fishing is an unforgettable experience at Hilton Head Island. Continue reading “Where to Fish on Hilton Head Island” »

Things to do in Leavenworth Washington in the Fall and Winter

Monday, September 26th, 2016

115262Some may believe that the fall and winter are just not times to vacation or explore, but that is not true for Leavenworth, Washington. In Leavenworth there is just as much to do in the fall and winter as there are in the warmer months. So here are a few of fun activities you can do in the fall and winter: Continue reading “Things to do in Leavenworth Washington in the Fall and Winter” »

Tips for First Time Fishers: Guide to Your First Purchases

Monday, April 18th, 2016

Cree-Lake-Lodge-Sunset-with-people-fishingFishing can be a terrific hobby, but if you’ve never fished before, it can seem a bit daunting. You don’t have to start with expensive equipment. Beginners can start with a rod, fishing line and a few accessories. Your new hobby doesn’t have to be expensive.

Starter Gear

Rod and Reel
For a beginning fisher, you’ll need to purchase a rod and reel. You can purchase one at a local department store, bait shop or a sports store. They can range in price from a little over $10 to $30. You don’t need to pay an excessive amount of money for the first rod and reel. At this point, you shouldn’t worry about the kind of rod. There are choices between cane, graphite and fiberglass, but for a starter rod, you can choose one that feels comfortable for an affordable price.

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Athletic Activities You Can Find in Myrtle Beach

Thursday, February 4th, 2016

Beach RunSome people go to the beach to relax, some go to enjoy the views, and then there are some who go because there’s really no better place to exercise than on the beach. What makes Myrtle Beach, South Carolina so different than any other beach is its athletic atmosphere. Myrtle Beach is home to some of the best activies for athletes and adventure seekers, giving families with kids something to do, as well. Here are few complexes and active things to do around Myrtle Beach if you want to do a little more than simply relax.

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NCAA Men’s Hockey Update

Wednesday, January 27th, 2016

It’s been an exciting season for Men’s hockey this year with many expected teams performing well and a few unexpected teams in the mix as well. The current NCAA DI Men’s top ten rankings are as follows according to USCHO.com

  1. Quinnipiac
  2. North Dakota
  3. St. Cloud State
  4. Providence (Last year’s national champs)
  5. Boston College
  6. Michigan
  7. Harvard
  8. Massachusetts-Lowell
  9. Boston University
  10. Notre Dame

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What Leaders Can Learn From Runners

Tuesday, January 19th, 2016

RunningDr. JoAnn Dahlkoetter has identified what she calls the “seven traits of mentally tough runners,” which are a series of mental attributes that allow runners to push past mental and physical distractions during runs. These traits are resilience, focus, strength, preparation, vision, openness and trust. Runners who have these traits are able to succeed far more often than those without, and they can teach us valuable lessons about ourselves and the ways we approach our jobs. Those of us employed in leadership positions can especially benefit from the “mentally tough runner” mindset – here’s how:

  1. Resilience: You’re at the helm, and you need to be able to deal with any problem that comes your way. As a resilient leader, you’ll be able to bounce back from any tricky situations, and show your staff in the process how to conquer difficult scenarios with grace and ease.
  2. Focus: Believe it or not, having the ability to focus can help you save your company money. If you understand what needs to be done, and are able to do exactly that without wasting time, you’re saving your company tons of money through productivity.  Focus is also important when it comes to your vision (#5 on this list) – you’ll need unwavering focus in order to follow your vision and achieve your goals.
  3. Strength: You have to know when to say no, and you have to be able to say no. You have to be able to fight through hard days. Being strong – physically and mentally – is an essential trait of a good leader.
  4. Preparation: If you show up to a meeting with nothing prepared, you have missed out on an opportunity. Preparation is an important tool for gaining respect from those around you. Your peers and staff will admire you for being so “on top of things,” and your superiors will take notice of your advance preparation.
  5. Vision: Know where you want your team to go! Have goals and dreams! Whether your goals are team-oriented or personal, they will help you (and possibly your team) gain momentum and keep driving you forward.
  6. Openness: Be transparent with your staff. If something is not going the way you expected, tell them. If you are not happy with their work, let them know. If you want to change their focus or the direction a project is headed, be open about it. Transparency is key for leaders: those who follow you want to know what’s up, and you need to tell them. Otherwise, if they feel you are trying to hide something from them, they may lose respect for you.
  7. Trust: Believe in your staff, and know that they will use your training to succeed. There are two parts to trust in the workplace: trust that you did an excellent job training your staff, and trust that they will do what is expected of them.

Thank you to the Michigan State University Broad College Of Business for providing this guest blog post. 

Two New Sports Will Debut in the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio

Thursday, January 7th, 2016

Khadim Boye (SEN) - ParacanoeThe Paralympic Games began in 1948 when Ludwig Guttmann, an England native, decided to organize sporting events for World War II veterans and injured ex-service members, which eventually grew into the global sporting event known today for athletes with disabilities. This year, the 2016 Summer Paralympics will take place in Rio from September 7 to September 18 in Maracana Stadium. This will be the first time that the Olympics and the Paralympics will take place in South America. This year, there will be more than 4,000 athletes representing 176 nations in a total of 528 medal events. As of 2016, the Paralympics will include 22 sports with two new sports debuting in the Games: triathlon and canoe sprint.

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Future of Sports Betting

Tuesday, December 15th, 2015

Sports BettingESPN estimated that $95 billion will be bet on NFL and NCAA college football in the 2015-16 season. In comparison, NFL as a whole, which is more powerful and more profitable than it has ever been before, will make roughly $12 billion this year. While $95 billion is a staggering number, what might be even more staggering is that 96% of that 95 billion will be gambled illegally.

That’s a tremendous amount of unregulated gambling going on in the United States and a potential industry ready to flourish. Just looking at explosion of websites like FanDuel and DraftKing, which have recently run into legal issues of their own, there’s no doubt that there’s an incredible demand for organized betting.

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Getting Ready for March Madness

Monday, December 14th, 2015

march-madnessIn my opinion, March Madness is the best sporting event in the world. The opening rounds on Thursday and Friday is packed with action and every year there is guaranteed drama and at least one unexpected Cinderella team. It may be December, but College Basketball is happening now and March is not too far away.

There are some great teams this year and people are already picking winners. Here are the current favorites based on Vegas odds:

  •  Duke – 7/1
  • Kansas – 9/1
  • Kentucky – 9/1
  • North Carolina – 9/1

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