Wisconsin Outdoor Recreation Inventory
A robust catalog of outdoor recreation sites and activities across the state, providing public access to the data. The Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation has collected over 70,000 geographic information systems (GIS) features for 12 key outdoor recreation categories from more than 120 partners to populate the Wisconsin Explorer Tool. From here, the public can access, explore and download this data for free. This innovative inventory tool makes outdoor recreation information readily available for businesses, organizations and communities to tap into the economic potential of outdoor recreation.
Organization
Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Location
Wisconsin
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 Department of Workforce Development
Job Center of Wisconsin
Assistance for employers in finding the necessary workers to fill current job openings, as well as support for employee job training. Business Services Representatives are located throughout the state to assist employers.
The Oath
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.
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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