Contemporary Issues, Opportunities and Resources for the U.S. Outdoor Recreation Profession
This report, based on a study utilizing focus groups of members of the Society of Outdoor Recreation Professionals, is an inventory of current issues, opportunities and resource needs for outdoor recreation professionals, which can inform future advocacy and planning by professional organizations.
Publication Date
2022
Location
National or Global
Topic
Health
IDEA
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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