The New Outdoor Participant (COVID and Beyond)
A 2021 special report from the Outdoor Industry Association summarizes growth in outdoor recreation participants and new demographics during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Organization
Outdoor Industry Association
Publication Date
2021
Location
National or Global
Activity
Bicycling
Birding/Wildlife viewing
Camping
Fishing
Hiking/Running
Paddling
Winter sports (downhill, Nordic, tube, snowshoe, snowmobile)
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