Cheese Country Trails: The Economic and Community Impact for Lafayette County
A 2024 report by Lafayette County, analyzing the economic activity of visitors to the Cheese Country Trails in the Do-It-Yourself Economic Impact Program.
Organization
Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Publication Date
2024
Location
Wisconsin
Topic
Economic Impact
Participation
Rural Communities
Workforce
Activity
Hiking/Running
Motorized sports (boat, snowmobile, ATV, etc.)
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