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The Outdoorist Oath

Launched by cofounders Wyn Wyllie (also known as Pattie Gonia), Teresa Baker and Jose Gonzalez, the nonprofit seeks to train a new generation of outdoorists to become allies for the planet, inclusion and adventure.​

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Organization

The Oath

Location

National or Global

Topic

IDEA

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

2015 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Attracting Infill Development in Distressed Communities: 30 Strategies

This guide presents strategies and case studies that local governments can use to establish priorities, policies, and partnerships and change public perceptions, which can help make infill development more feasible. It also offers innovative strategies to help finance infill development and replace aging infrastructure.

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.

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Wisconsin Bike Federation

New Bike (or Outdoor) Event Toolkit

Well-designed and executed events can showcase a community’s outdoor offerings, drawing visitors and attracting spending that creates economic activity. This toolkit is a step-by-step guide for creating a new bike event and can be adapted for other outdoor recreation events.

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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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