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)
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American Sportfishing Association: Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing
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