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Outdoor recreation is an economic powerhouse in the United States. The outdoor recreation economy generated $862 billion in consumer spending and 4.5 million jobs in 2021. As a business, you are the industry’s voice – learn more and be heard.

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THE OUTDOOR RECREATION ECONOMY GENERATES

4.5 million
Direct National Jobs
 
$862 Billion
In Consumer Spending

REVIEW THE FULL NATIONAL AND STATE-LEVEL DATA IN THE 2021 BEA REPORT

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This past month saw a flurry of action in Washington with major policy wins for the outdoor industry, particularly on climate change.

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This past month, the world’s leading business-to-business outdoor sports industry retailers, suppliers, and reps gathered in Denver, Colorado for the Outdoor Retailer Summer show.

Striking panoramic landscape view of a dirt road in the dry desert with a mountain peak in the background during a vibrant sunset. Taken at Shiprock, New Mexico, United States.

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RICH HARPER

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REBECCA GILLIS

State & Local Government Affairs Manager

Hannah Wintucky

Government Affairs Policy Fellow

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