Merchandise Monday: A Life Aquatic

Summer is such a fleeting time of year – why not squeeze the maximum amount of fun out of it while you can? These new additions to Hinda’s awards assortment will help you do just that. Grab your family and friends and get out on the water for some wet, wild and, if you prefer, relaxing good times!

Rave Sports® Aqua Jump 200 with Launch and Log Northwoods

Get ready for some serious summer fun for the whole family with the Aqua Jump water trampoline. This revolutionary water toy features a floating trampoline, Aqua Launch and Aqua Log – and it can also act as one giant raft when you need a rest from all the launching.  This “water park” is 20’ in diameter and comes complete with Rave Sports' High Speed Inflator/Deflator and Anchor Connection Kit. You’ll have a hard time heading back to dry land after a day on this fun floating contraption!

Bombardier® Sea-Doo® GTX 155

When you’re in the mood for a real wet and wild thrill, hop on the Sea-Doo GTX watercraft and start making some waves! More fuel-efficient than most competitive models, the Sea-Doo GTX boasts iControl™ technologies for a completely intuitive experience. This is the “brain” that integrates and controls all systems to create the best possible ride. The hull is constructed of lightweight material to reduce drag for nimble handling and rail-tight cornering. Also, the iBR (Intelligent Brake and Reverse) system is the world’s only on-water braking system. Get ready for a highly enjoyable summer when you take this vehicle out on the water.

2012 Sun Tracker® Fishin’ Barge® 22 DLX w/60 ELPT FourStroke BigFoot Motor

Gather family and friends - and don’t forget to invite some fish! Whether fishing or partying, the Fishin’ Barge is like a playpen for the whole crew, with everyone securely enclosed within the spacious deck. Ultimate safety features, top-notch construction and supreme luxury provide for all-day comfort and non-stop fun. Spend your day fishing, swimming and sunbathing. Then when the sun goes down, turn up the music and get ready to party the night away! With room for 10, everyone will enjoy their time on the Fishin’ Barge.

Now, this is just a sampling of some of the more unique summer items available at Hinda. We’ve got plenty more boats – and plenty of less-intense but still mega-fun summer items to choose from. Whatever your preference, just make sure you get the most out of the last few weeks of summer before it slips away!

Recreation Incentives: Like Wellness Incentives for People Who Don't Like Wellness Incentives

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Wellness incentives have been a slightly hot-button issue for a lot of people as of late. I would rather not get into the debate on who is right and who is wrong and why. However, I would like to take another look at wellness incentives through another type of incentive: recreation incentives.

One of the points of even taking time to regard wellness as an incentive is the physical well being of your employees. Why does it matter to have a healthy workforce? Simple- healthier employees cost less to maintain since they (typically) spend less on health care. Giving employees incentives to lead healthier lifestyles would ultimately be a cost-reducer for health care spending. However, while contemplating the potential politics behind wellness incentives, recreation incentives could be a roundabout way to achieve similar results.

Think about it. Instead of rewarding employees for practicing healthy habits, give them the tools to practice them. Whether it's a new mountain bike for your top performer or a kayaking trip for a job well done, these type of rewards encourage a more active lifestyle. A more active employee typically translates into a healthier one, making for a win win situation for both parties.

Properly designed wellness incentives programs would do wonders for helping create a healthier workforce. However, if you are still on the fence, recreation and promoting an active lifestyle could just be the next best thing.