Eau Claire: The Economic Significance of the City's Paved Trails and Public Art
A 2024 report by the City of Eau Claire and Visit Eau Claire studying the economic significance of paved city trails in the Do-It-Yourself Economic Impact Program.
Organization
Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Publication Date
2024
Location
Wisconsin
Topic
Economic Impact
Health
Participation
Workforce
Activity
Bicycling
Hiking/Running
Winter sports (downhill, Nordic, tube, snowshoe, snowmobile)
Related Resources
2013 Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Economic Impacts of the Wisconsin State Park System: Connections to Gateway Communities
The properties managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Bureau of Parks and Recreation serve as important drivers of local economic vitality within gateway communities across the state.
2023 Kampgrounds of America, Research
North American Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report (2023)
A 2023 report from KOA, which analyzes trends, demographics and economic impacts in the outdoor hospitality industry, highlighting the camping industry.
2021 Outdoor Industry Association
Outdoor Participation Report (2021)
A summary and key insights from the Outdoor Industry Association's 2021 participation trends report. The report summarizes the outdoor industry participant base, including the growth and decline in outdoor activities.
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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