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The largest island of the United States, Long Island has been treasured real estate for everyone from European pioneers to the rich and famous of our times. Nature's bounty has been preserved with exemplary diligence on this pristine piece of earth and a wealth of outdoor recreation awaits your pleasure. The most nightmarish traffic on the Expressway to this paradise and the most exhausting of business meetings and mall visits will melt away in minutes if not seconds after you have sampled the delectable array of sporting and outdoor offers.

Start with the grand American pastime of Golf. Long Island greets you with a choice of over 100 courses and Clubs. The area is a golfing enthusiast's delight and you can also fall for this exquisite passion if you are new to a golfer's way of life. Tournaments start in early summer, with the Long Island at the end of June. Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale hosted the 2002 US Open and the prestigious tournament will be back in 2009.

Tennis goes rather well with golf and is a more intense and quick alternative for the so-inclined as well. Clubs and Courts dot the island with pleasing density and it is easy to get a game in with some coaching as well.

Long Island has more than 15 State Parks. They are spread through the length of the area and offer a verdant haven for those choked on the urban pressures of Metro America. Play grounds and paths highlight common facilities and you can enjoy a most pleasant interlude of sporting activity or an intimate picnic with a special friend.

The extensive shore line with the grandeur of the Atlantic makes Long Island a Fishing destination of choice. You can just wade in to the sea and cast a line for flounders, bass and cod, or take a boat many miles out and find pelagic forms such as tuna and sharks. Veterans and novices alike can find catches to make for great meals and stories as well!

Surfing is another benefit that comes with the Long Island topography. There are waves that range all the way from the gentle to the most demanding of even a professional. Summer is a particularly popular time for the sport though serious enthusiasts like to surf even in colder weather, when the crowds are thin.

Outdoor activity is a personal thing for a number of people who are serious about their fitness. Running, Hiking and Horseback riding are three top attractions on Long Island for lovers of these sports. Choose from leisurely walks to study nature, to athletic recreation and grueling climbs. Find majestic animals in well-kept stables or take part in a fiercely competitive local race.

The Long Island Exchange keeps meticulous details of all the outdoor recreation and sport available in the area. We are very particular about giving you updated information and present in a way that makes it easy to find exactly what you fancy. Enjoy these conveniences and utilities as our treasured site visitor and become a regular at www.longislandexchange.com