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Our shared public spaces have become more important than ever in the past year, giving us a place to get outside, get active and breathe the fresh air in a safe and socially distanced way. We’re celebrating North America’s great public spaces, and we need your help.
Vote for your favorite city parks, public plazas, riverwalks, recreational trails and urban kayaking spots. You can vote once per day, per category until voting closes on Monday, February 15 at noon ET.
Click on each category below to vote:
Best City Park
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As we continue to social distance, our public outdoor spaces are more important than ever. City parks offer a place to get outdoors, breathe the fresh air and enjoy a sense of community.
Best Public Square
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In cities throughout the world, communities often center on public squares. These outdoor living rooms continue to play an important role as gathering places and event grounds in cities across the United States.
Best Recreational Trail
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This period of social distancing has many people looking for ways to get active in the great outdoors. Thanks to an ever-growing network of recreational trails across the country, staying active is easier than ever.
Vote: Best Recreational Trail »
Best Riverwalk
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In recent decades, cities across the United States have been revitalizing their riverfronts, transforming them into vibrant spaces for outdoor recreation, nightlife, cultural activity and scenic views.
Best Urban Kayaking Spot
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You don’t have to leave the city to enjoy a day out on the water, at least not with these 20 urban waterways. Urban kayaking offers an unexpected way to get active in the outdoors while seeing a destination from a new perspective. What’s your favorite place to go urban kayaking?
Vote: Best Urban Kayaking Spot »
Remember, you can vote once per day in each category. The 10 nominees with the most votes in each category will be announced on 10Best.com on Friday, February 26.
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