Recreation Counties Attracting New Residents and Higher Incomes
A 2019 report by Headwaters Economics evaluating the role recreation plays in attracting new residents and income to communities.
Organization
Headwaters Economics
Publication Date
2019
Location
National or Global
Topic
Economic Impact
Rural Communities
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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