National Monuments and Economic Growth in the American West
A 2020 research article reviewing the economic growth and impact of National monuments and their impact on local communities.
Organization
Resources for the Future
Publication Date
2020
Location
National or Global
Topic
Economic Impact
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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