Recs. for Regional Economic Development through Sustainable Forest Products and Outdoor Recreation
An interdepartmental Report by the USDA, U.S. Department of the Interior and U.S. Department of Commerce identifying recommendations for regional economic development through sustainable forest products and outdoor recreation.
Organization
USDA, U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Department of Commerce
Publication Date
2024
Location
National or Global
Topic
Economic Impact
Sustainability
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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Explore the Trends Shaping Outdoor Recreation
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