Smart Growth Self-Assessment for Rural Communities
The Smart Growth Self-Assessment for Rural Communities is a compilation of strategies, organized by 11 common "goal areas," that villages, towns, and small cities can use to evaluate their existing policies to create healthy, environmentally resilient, and economically robust rural places.
Organization
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Publication Date
2015
Location
National or Global
Topic
Infrastructure
Participation
Rural Communities
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
2024 Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Economic Impact Study Consultant List
A list of colleges, universities and private consultants who may conduct an economic impact study for Wisconsin outdoor recreation projects and facilities.
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Wisconsin Office of Rural Prosperity
The Office aims to be a one-stop shop to help rural stakeholders navigate programs and resources with its online Resource Directory.
2023 GRIT
Accessible Trail Surface Trypes
An introductory overview of the different types of trail surface, and the pros and cons of their use for an accessible trail.
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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