Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account - Wisconsin Summary (2021)
A 2021 snapshot of the economic impact of the outdoor recreation industry in Wisconsin, inculding contributions from top activities, total employment and additional insights.
Organization
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account
Publication Date
2021
Location
Wisconsin
Topic
Economic Impact
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)
Related Resources
2014 University of Madison - Madison Extension
The Economic Impacts of Active Silent Sports Enthusiasts
The University of Wisconsin-Madison/Extension Department of Urban and Regional Planning found that on average, the active silent sports enthusiasts reported spending about $468 per trip with about $260 locally within Ashland, Bayfield and Sawyer counties.
2015 Journal of Outdoor Recreation and Tourism
Benefits of Outdoor Recreation in Urban Spaces
A research article on the impact of outdoor recreation on emotional well-being and psychological resilience.
2020 Kampgrounds of America
Camping and the Effects of COVID-19
A May 2020 report providing an overview of COVID-19's impact on camping and trends in North America.
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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