Building Healthy, Resilient Communities Through Outdoor Recreation
This webinar features the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) team and explores opportunities for small businesses and the resources available through the We’re All In campaign. Recognizing that Wisconsin’s rural landscape is integral to our state’s identity—both for the quality of life it affords its residents and for the escape it offers to visitors – the Office of Rural Prosperity was recently established within WEDC. Hear how it is working to maintain the vibrancy of Wisconsin’s rural economies, and how one community’s focus on outdoor recreation is enhancing their quality of life, increasing tourism and attracting businesses.
Organization
Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Publication Date
2021
Location
Wisconsin
Topic
Economic Impact
Health
Rural Communities
Sustainability
Workforce
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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