Recreation Economy Development Resources
This guide is intended to help rural communities identify resources to help develop their recreation economy.
Organization
USDA Rural Development
Publication Date
2021
Location
National or Global
Topic
Infrastructure
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)
Related Resources
2023 International Moutain Bicycling Association
Mountain Bike Trail Development Guidelines
This guide is written for land managers responsible for bringing bike-optimized mountain bike trails to their communities. Released in 2023, the guide offers best practices on trail development and engaging partners and organziations.
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Start in Wisconsin
Start In Wisconsin is the premier network for local businesses. For owners and startups, Start In Wisconsin will power connections to start, scale and accelerate area entrepreneurs.
2021 Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Leveraging the Great American Outdoors Act and the Land & Water Conservation Fund
With the 2021 passage of the Great American Outdoors Act comes permanent funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund as well as dedicated funding to address backlogged projects on federal lands. Hear about backlogged federal projects moving ahead in Wisconsin, as well as successful past projects to expanded recreational opportunities and how to access this important source of funding.
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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