Recreation Collection (#10)

A Skier On Top Of Mount Hood
Portland, Oregon: July 8, 1936 A skier stands on Mount Hood for some mid-summer skiing

Friends Skating At Lake Placid
Lake Placid, New York: December 30, 1926. Three young women from Brooklyn enjoy themselves skating on the rink at the Lake Placid Club

Ski Lift At Saint-Sauveur
Saint-Sauveur, Quebec, Canada: c. 1953. A lovely day on the slopes as this couple breeches the top of the slope before a run back down the mountain

American advertisement, c1900, for Flexible Flyer sleds
FLEXIBLE FLYER, 1900. American advertisement, c1900, for Flexible Flyer sleds

an American board game by Milton Bradley, 1863
CHECKERED GAME OF LIFE, an American board game by Milton Bradley, 1863

(1732-1799). First President of the United States
GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-1799). First President of the United States. Washington and Friends After a Days Hunt in Virginia. Lithograph by Charles Tholey, 1868

Playing guitar, thermogram
MODEL RELEASED. Playing guitar. Thermogram of a man playing an electric guitar. The colours show variation in temperature

Quilting party in western Virginia, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Couples dancing in Tudor England, 1500s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a painting by Holbein and Janet

Little Venice, Paddington, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Broadway, New York, 1945
Photograph showing the lights of Broadway, New York, at night in 1945. After war-time austerity, these lights signalled an up-swing in American recreation

Speedboat on Daugava River with Riga Castle in background, Riga, Latvia, Baltic States, Europe

Kennet and Avon Canal, Bath, Avon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bancroft Basin, Stratford on Avon Canal, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Beach at Playa Banca, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic, Europe

People admiring models of the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, Legoland amusement park, Windsor, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Boating lake at Thorpeness, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

East Cliffs and beach, Bournemouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Ice skating in Red Square, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Moscow, Russia, Europe

Deck quoits area, cruise ship

Man relaxing on a beachside hammock, Maldives, Indian Ocean, Asia

Marymere Falls, Olympic National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Washington, United States of America, North America

Boats moored at Derwentwater, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Man with his goshawk, Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia, Asia

Old Town Square at Christmas time and St. Nicholas church, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Woman in swimming pool

Boy playing a Japanese taiko drum video game at a game center, Japan, Asia

Surfer at sunset, Kuta Beach, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Men playing traditional horn instruments at a Lunar New Year festival in the Miao village of Qingman, Guizhou Province, China, Asia

Snowboarders at Whistler mountain resort, venue of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, British Columbia, Canada, North America

Giant slalom racers at Whistler mountain resort, venue of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, British Columbia, Canada, North America

Trumpet player, Plaza de la Catedral, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Santa Martha Bay beach, Curacao, Netherlands Antilles, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Long Beach (Baie Longue), St. Martin (St. Maarten), Netherlands Antilles, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Australia, New South Wales, Sydney

Backpackers in steamy light, Queets Vall, Olympic National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Washington State, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

Cross country skiing at Rendevous, western area of Yellowstone, Montana, United States of America, North America

Hiker running on trail and the Matterhorn, 4477m, Zermatt Alpine Resort, The Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Ski resort, Arosa, Graubunden region, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Hikers on rock, the Matterhorn reflected in the Riffelsee, near Rotenboden, Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland, Europe

Zermatt ski resort, Switzerland, Europe

Es Canar, Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

Barcelona Beach, Barcelona, Catalunya (Catalonia) (Cataluna), Spain, Europe

Turkish bath, Cagaloglu Hamami, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Welcome to Las Vegas sign at night, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, North America

Drive Carefully sign, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, North America

Koh Samui, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

The Padang and the Singapore Cricket Club, Singapore

Wild salmon by the River Braan at Dunkeld, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Listvianka, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia

Sopot, Gdansk, Poland

View to the Royal Palace, Norwegian National Day (17th May) Oslo, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Underwater diver and corals, Cozumel Island, Mexico

Funfair rollercoaster, Minato Mirai, Yokohama, Japan

Old couple walking through gate under spring cherry tree blossom, Kyoto, Japa, Asia

Illuminated festival float made of paper, Kyoto, Japan

Village scene, Toba Bataks, North Sumatra, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Mahoot and boys on decorated elephants at a roadside festival, Kerala State, India, Asia

Musicians playing the Sitar and Tabla on the banks of the River Ganges (Ganga), Varanasi (Benares), Uttar Pradesh State, India

Szechenyi Baths, Budapest, Hungary, Europe

Musicians attending a village wedding, Anogia, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Bali, Crete, Greece, Europe

Cafes and street at night, Montmartre, Paris, France, Europe

The harbour in the evening, La Rochelle, Poitou-Charentes, France, Europe

The National Theatre in the evening, South Bank, London, England, UK

The harbour, Bosham, Chichester, West Sussex, England, UK

Tunstall windmill, River Bure, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The harbour at Gorey, Jersey, Channel Islands, UK

Beach, St. Mawes, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

River Thames at Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Motorcyclist rides Suzuki twin motorcycle on highway, Dawlish, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Roundabout at seaside fairground, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Derwentwater (Derwent Water) from Keswick, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, UK

Rowing boats on lake, Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

British Windsurfing Champion Guy Cribb in calm waters of the Red Sea, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Men fishing at sunset, Avenue Maceo, El Malecon, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Swimming pool, Grand Hyatt Santiago, Santiago, Chile, South America

Leona Falls and kayaker, Neltume, Chile, South American

Harbour and city, Valparaiso, Chile, South America

Wind surfing at Santa Maria on the island of Sal (Salt), Cape Verde Islands, Africa

The main town of Sal Rei, Boa Vista, Cape Verde Islands, Atlantic, Africa

Hang-glider just after take-off from Pedra Bonita, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, South America

Cafes in the main town square, Bruges, Belgium

Skiers on ski lift, Mayrhofen ski resort, Zillertal Valley, Austrian Tyrol, Austria, Europe

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"Discover the Joy of Recreation: From Upton Park to White Hart Lane, and Everywhere in Between. " Embark on a journey through time and space as we explore the essence of recreation. Step into the vibrant atmosphere of Upton Park, home to West Ham United, where cheers echo through the air and passion fills every corner. Travel northwards to Aberdeen - The Silver City by the Sea, an enchanting destination that captivates with its LMS/LNER poster from 1923-1947. Immerse yourself in its coastal beauty and let relaxation wash over you like gentle waves. Witness a moment frozen in time as a child wearing a swim cap sits serenely amidst crashing surf in a captivating screen print from 1922. Feel their pure joy and be reminded of the simple pleasures found within nature's embrace. Continue your expedition to Stamford Bridge, Chelsea's iconic stadium that has witnessed countless moments of triumph and glory. Experience the electric energy that surges through this hallowed ground when fans unite under one common love for football. Venture further to Goodison Park, Everton's fortress steeped in history and tradition. Let nostalgia guide your steps as you soak up memories etched into every inch of this revered venue. Escape to Cruz Bay in St. John, nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of the U. S Virgin Islands' Caribbean paradise. Surrender yourself to tranquility while basking under warm sunrays or exploring crystal-clear waters teeming with life. Feel your heart race as you brave thrilling adventures at Blackpool Pleasure Beach aboard an exhilarating roller coaster ride. Embrace adrenaline-fueled excitement against a backdrop filled with laughter and delight. Journey towards Elland Road in Leeds; witness how sport unites communities across generations while forging unforgettable bonds between players and supporters alike. Find solace along Sidmouth's picturesque coastline in south Devon, England – where stunning vistas invite peaceful contemplation amid nature's serene beauty.