Workforce Development Workbook
Tailored for the parks and recreation field, this workbook includes guided activities for reflection to reinvigorate an existing workforce development program or create a new one.
Organization
National Recreation and Parks Association
Publication Date
2021
Location
National or Global
Topic
Economic Impact
Health
IDEA
Sustainability
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
International Mountain Bicycling Association
Trail Labs
A library of resources (including the Guide for a Quality Trail Experience), webinars and an annual on-site workshop help educate and prepare groups to thoughtfully plan, design and build new trails.
2021 USDA Rural Development
Recreation Economy Development Resources
This guide is intended to help rural communities identify resources to help develop their recreation economy.
2024 Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Do-It-Yourself Economic Impact Guide
A Do-It-Yourself Guide: Conducting and Using Visitor and Recreational User Research is a free, do-it-yourself resource to assist anyone (no economics degree required) through the economic impact process without hiring a consultant. The step-by-step guide is designed for small-to-mid-sized organizations, agencies and partnerships that manage trails, recreation areas or outdoor destinations.
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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