Outdoor Participation Report
A summary and key insights from the Outdoor Industry Association's 2024 participation trends report. The report summarizes the outdoor industry participant base, including the growth and decline in outdoor activities.
Organization
Outdoor Industry Association
Publication Date
2024
Location
National or Global
Topic
Participation
Activity
Bicycling
Birding/Wildlife viewing
Camping
Climbing
Fishing
Hiking/Running
Paddling
Winter sports (downhill, Nordic, tube, snowshoe, snowmobile)
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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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