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)
Related Resources
2014 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Flood Resilience Checklist
This flood resilience checklist helps communities evaluate if their community is prepared for a flood. This checklist includes strategies to improve flood resilience and strategies to conserve land.
American Trails
National Recreational Trails
A designation by the U.S. Secretary for the Department of Interior provides many benefits including access to technical assistance and preference for some funding sources.
Harley-Davidson
Inclusive Stakeholder Management Report
The annual report from Harley-Davidson to stakeholders details the company’s social, environmental and governance initiatives to ensure profitable growth and sustainable, long-term value for their stakeholders— the planet, people and communities.
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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