Outdoor Participation Report (2024)
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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