Benefits of Outdoor Recreation in Urban Spaces
A research article on the impact of outdoor recreation on emotional well-being and psychological resilience.
Organization
Journal of Outdoor Recreation and Tourism
Publication Date
2015
Location
National or Global
Topic
Health
Participation
Activity
Bicycling
Birding/Wildlife viewing
Camping
Climbing
Equestrian
Fishing
Hiking/Running
Hunting
Motorized sports (boat, snowmobile, ATV, etc.)
Paddling
Winter sports (downhill, Nordic, tube, snowshoe, snowmobile)
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Motorized Recreation in Trailside Communities
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2022 National Park Service
NPS Spending Effects: Economic Contributions to Local Communities, States and the Nation
A 2022 visitor spending report in National Parks and its impact on local communities and the national economy.
2025 Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Heart of Vilas Trail System: Fueling Five Connected Communities
A 2025 report by five communities in Northern Wisconsin analyzing the economic activity of visitors to a 52-mile paved bike system, the Heart of the Vilas Trail, in the Do-It-Yourself Economic Impact Program.
Explore the Trends Shaping Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Industry Association: 2025 Outdoor Participation Trends Report
Bureau of Economic Analysis: 2024 Economic Statistics for Wisconsin
Adventure Travel Trade Association: Travel Market Sizing and the New Adventure Traveler
KOA: 2025 Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report
American Sportfishing Association: Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing
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