Outdoor Rec Drives Jobs Report
The report details various career pathways, workforce needs and future opportunities of the outdoor industry.
Organization
Outdoor Recreation Economy
Publication Date
2022
Location
National or Global
Topic
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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