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More than 1,000 Tampa Bay elementary school students toured the Transitions Championship grounds. During their visit, they participated in golf clinics and various other interactive activities.

The Transitions Championship® was held at Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club in Palm Harbor, Fla., March 14-20, 2011.

While at the tournament, spectators were also encouraged to think about their eyes and learn from experts how to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle by visiting the Healthy Sight Village.  

The Healthy Sight Village, located behind the 18th green, offered a week-long series of activities focused on education, information and hands-on experiences.  

Included in the Healthy Sight Village were the Think About Your Eyes Pavilion, LensCrafters Kids’ Zone, Callaway Experience and the Competitive Advantage Experience.

Activities included an eyewear fashion show, swing simulator, Wii golf and product demonstrations. 

Children were treated to a special Kids’ Zone that had activities especially designed for them.

The Transitions/VSP Mobile Eye Clinic offered information on how to protect and maintain healthy sight.

Youth Wellness Days were held on March 14 and March 16. More than 1,000 Tampa Bay elementary school students toured the grounds. During their visit, they participated in golf clinics and various other interactive activities.

“All optometrists help with the education process by explaining the importance of an annual comprehensive eye exam,” said Mike Daley, president and executive director for the Foundation for Eye Health Awareness.  “ODs can also help support the message by talking to suppliers about making a donation.” 

Think About Your Eyes is a public awareness initiative organized through the Foundation for Eye Health Awareness. 
 The campaign’s focus is to increase consumer awareness of the importance of vision health and annual comprehensive eye examinations. 

Gary Woodland won the Transitions Championship® on Sunday, March 20. It was his first PGA Tour® win.