We’re thrilled to announce that DUG has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious 2026 Active Living + Outdoor Health Summit (AL+OH Summit) Award! This honor shines a spotlight on DUG’s outstanding contributions to active living, outdoor engagement, and holistic community health — work that aligns deeply with the mission and values celebrated at the AL+OH Summit.
The Active Living + Outdoor Health Summit, hosted by ActivEnviro, brings together leaders, innovators, researchers, and practitioners from across public health, planning, parks and recreation, environmental science, and allied sectors. Grounded in the theme Stronger Together: Transforming Lives, Communities, and Planetary Health, the 2026 Summit is a dynamic week-long gathering exploring how physical activity and connection with nature support human and environmental well-being.
Being named an awardee is a testament to DUG’s visionary leadership and meaningful impact, from fostering healthier lifestyles to championing inclusive outdoor access and inspiring collaborative solutions that bring people and nature closer together.
This award not only honors DUG’s past achievements but also signals the organization’s role as a leader in shaping the future of healthier communities and a healthier planet.
DUG will be recognized at the 2026 AL+OH Summit, taking place March 8–13, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Summit promises a rich program of peer-reviewed plenaries, workshops, panels, and purposeful networking, plus inspiring experiences that embody the transformative spirit of active living and outdoor engagement.
