“The Pennsylvania Wilds has a lot of small communities in its big woods. About 500,000 people total are scattered across an area the size of Massachusetts...."
— Tataboline Enos, in Proudly Made (Catamount Press, 2025)
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#OutdoorEconomy #Rural #Econdev

Committee hears broad support for protecting 'roadless' public lands; sponsor open to editing language Representative Burrows presented HR 44, a nonbinding resolution urging stewardship of public lands and opposing rescinding of inventoried roadless-area protections; conservation groups testified in support and sponsor offered to remove explicit 'roadless rule' language if committee prefers.

New Hampshire is taking a stand for its public lands with House Resolution 44, emphasizing the importance of preserving roadless areas for our environment and economy.

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#NH #OutdoorEconomy #NewHampshirePublicLands #CitizenPortal #BiodiversityProtection #EnvironmentalStewardship

House Rules Committee advances measure to overturn BLM mineral withdrawal in Minnesota The Rules Committee voted to report H.J. Res. 140, a Congressional Review Act measure to overturn Bureau of Land Management Public Land Order 79‑17 that withdrew 225,504 acres in the Superior National Forest; proponents said it restores access to critical minerals, while opponents warned it would undermine long‑term protections for the Boundary Waters and tribal stewardship.

The House Rules Committee just moved to overturn a significant mineral withdrawal in Minnesota, igniting a fierce debate over critical resources versus environmental protection.

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#US #MinnesotaPublicLands #EnvironmentalProtection #OutdoorEconomy #CitizenPortal #MineralResources

Conservationists: CO outdoor economy at risk from development Public News Service (PNS) is a member-supported news service that advocates journalism in the public interest. PNS's network of state-based news services distribute high quality public interest news…

Colorado’s outdoors = beauty + big business: $37B GDP, 400K jobs
Hunters & anglers sound the alarm about plans to shift public lands to oil, gas, and mining.

“These lands are under threat.” — Chamois Andersen, @defenders.org
#PublicLands #Wildlife #OutdoorEconomy #Hunting #Fishing

Q in AASHTO Council on Active Transpo: Why do we so often have to describe purposes for walk/bike trips to justify facilities when we don't question "recreational" driving trip purposes for hwy expansion? RVs, people pulling boats, driving to ski.... #transportation #OutdoorEconomy #CarCulture

61 Members of Congress, 180‑plus local officials, Tribes, and outdoor businesses showed up in the comment period — lawmakers, Tribes, and local leaders asked the BLM to keep protections.

#PublicLands #BLM #ProtectNature #LandStewardship #OutdoorEconomy #nature #politics #science

Board adopts San Juan County Outdoor Recreation Master Plan funded by state grant San Juan County accepted an Outdoor Recreation Master Plan developed with Plan Collaborative and funded by the New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division; consultants reported more than 1,700 public outreach participants and a funding matrix and project priorities for 1–7 years.

San Juan County has just approved a groundbreaking Outdoor Recreation Master Plan that promises to enhance public health, create equitable access to parks, and boost the local economy for years to come!

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#SanJuanCounty #NM #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy #PublicHealth

Florida Governor Announces First 2nd Amendment Sales Tax Holiday

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#SecondAmendmentSale #DeSantisDeals #TaxHoliday2025 #BuyNowAimLater #FreedomSale #FWC #OutdoorEconomy #RangeDayDiscounts #GunStoreSavings #VeteransFreeRange #HuntFishCamp

New research shows ice climbing brings more than $6M to Mount Washington Valley Research from Vermont State University found about 12,000 people visit the Mount Washington Valley for the sport.

We're thrilled to see this important research gaining traction in the communities it directly impacts. 🧗‍♂️❄️

#WeAreVTSU #OutdoorEconomy #WhiteMountains #IceClimbing #NHNews #VermontStateUniversity

Arkansas’s Great Outdoors Is Big Business: New Reports Show $10.3 Billion Visitor Impact and Thousands of Jobs New data shows outdoor recreation generated $10.3B in visitor spending and supports 68,000 jobs in Arkansas. See how the outdoors fuels our economy.

The outdoors means business. 💼🌄
Arkansas’s trails, rivers, and parks fueled $10.3 billion in spending and 68,000+ jobs in 2023.

See how recreation supports our economy ⬇️
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#ArkansasOutdoors #OutdoorEconomy #NaturalState

Morgantown City Council Approves Support Letters for Airport and Outdoor Economy Council unanimously supports letters for Morgantown Airport and outdoor economic initiatives.

Monongalia County is taking bold steps to boost its outdoor economy and enhance airport facilities, paving the way for exciting growth opportunities!

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#MonongaliaCounty #WV #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy #InfrastructureImprovement #EconomicDevelopment

Arkansas Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Economies Reach New Heights in 2024 Arkansas’ outdoor recreation economy reached $7.3B in impact, helping drive record tourism and support over 100,000 jobs in 2024.

Arkansas welcomed 52M visitors and saw $7.3B in outdoor recreation impact in 2024! 💰🏞️
See how tourism + trails are powering the state’s growth:
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#OutdoorEconomy #ExploreArkansas #ArkansasTourism

Activists launch American Hunters and Anglers to advocate for public lands in Montana New coalition aims to promote public land advocacy and deprogram misinformation in Montana.

Public lands are not just a resource; they're a shared treasure that fuels our economy and connects our communities, and a new coalition in Montana is fighting to protect them for everyone.

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#MissoulaMissoulaCounty #MT #CitizenPortal #MissoulaPublicLands #OutdoorEconomy

Group advocates for protection of public lands and outdoor economy in Wyoming Speakers emphasize public lands' importance for recreation, economy and community resilience.

The recent Public Lands Roundtable revealed a unified call from diverse voices urging the protection of America's vital public lands, emphasizing their crucial role in our economy and environmental health.

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#US #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy #CommunityWellBeing #WyomingPublicLands

Carbon County commissioners adopt Comprehensive Plan and Greenways Trail initiatives Commissioners finalize the adoption of plans for comprehensive development and recreational spaces.

Carbon County is taking bold steps to shape its future by adopting vital plans for housing, infrastructure, and outdoor recreation!

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#CarbonCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy #HousingInnovation #CarbonCountyCommunity #InfrastructureDevelopment

7/20 Beyond water lies economic devastation: Alberta's thriving outdoor economy generates $3.5 billion annually, sustaining countless livelihoods.

Tourism and agriculture - "cornerstones of provincial identity and prosperity" - stand directly in destruction's path.
#OutdoorEconomy #Tourism

Carbon County commissioners adopt Comprehensive Plan and Greenways Trail initiative Carbon County progresses toward implementation of Comprehensive Plan and Greenways Trail after adoption.

Carbon County is on the brink of transformation with new strategic plans aimed at tackling housing, infrastructure, and recreational needs—are you ready to see how it will shape the future?

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#CarbonCounty #PA #HousingDevelopment #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy

Carbon County Commissioners approve Comprehensive Plan and Greenways Trail strategy Commissioners finalize and approve plans to enhance housing, infrastructure and recreation in Carbon County.

Carbon County is taking bold steps to revamp its infrastructure and recreational spaces with the recent approval of two groundbreaking planning documents!

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#CarbonCounty #PA #HousingDevelopment #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy #CommunityPlanning #CarbonCountyInfrastructure

Carbon County Commissioners adopt Comprehensive and Greenways Trail Plans for implementation Commissioners approve final adoption of Carbon County's Comprehensive Plan and Greenways Trail Plan.

Carbon County is set to transform its infrastructure and recreational areas with two groundbreaking planning documents that promise to enhance local living and address pressing housing needs.

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#CarbonCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy #ChildcareCosts

Carbon County finalizes Comprehensive Plan and Greenways Trail adoption process Project manager outlines Carbon County's comprehensive planning efforts and next steps toward adoption.

Carbon County is setting the stage for a brighter future with its newly unveiled Comprehensive Plan and Greenways Trail, addressing pressing housing demands and enhancing local recreational offerings!

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#CarbonCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy #HousingNeed

Carbon County adopts comprehensive and Greenways Trail plans for community development Commissioners finalize adoption of the comprehensive plan and Greenways Trail plan for implementation.

Carbon County is paving the way for a brighter future with the adoption of two groundbreaking planning documents that aim to tackle housing shortages and enhance community infrastructure.

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#CarbonCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #HousingInitiatives #OutdoorEconomy

Project Manager outlines Carbon County's Comprehensive Plan and Greenways Trail strategy Carbon County finalizes Comprehensive Plan and Greenways Trail for implementation after 16 months.

Carbon County is poised for a transformative leap as it finalizes comprehensive plans to tackle housing demands and enhance outdoor spaces.

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#CarbonCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy #HousingNeed #CarbonCountyComprehensivePlan #InfrastructureDevelopment

County committee outlines key themes for new comprehensive and Greenways plans Committee identifies housing, economy, infrastructure, and community spaces as main plan themes.

Carbon County is revolutionizing its future with a new comprehensive plan that addresses housing, economy, infrastructure, and vibrant community spaces.

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#CarbonCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #OutdoorEconomy #CarbonCountyCommunity #CommunityConnectivity #HousingInitiatives

4/15 Beyond drinking water, these watersheds support Alberta's $3.5 billion outdoor economy. Tourism operators, outfitters, and recreation businesses depend on unspoiled natural beauty—assets that would be permanently scarred by open-pit mining.
#OutdoorEconomy #SustainableTourism

Public Lands Are Being Starved for Profit—Here’s Who Wins Why the most lucrative use of public lands is the one they downplay the most

"If public lands were a company, they’d be the most profitable in the country—ahead of Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft." --Will Pattiz open.substack.com/pub/morethan...
Bike travel/tourism a contributor here. WA research rco.wa.gov/reports-and-... #BikesMeanBusiness #WAOutdoors #OutdoorEconomy

💬 Assemblymembers Jauregui and Yeager are making it clear: NOER works!

Thanks to their leadership, NOER has:
🚸 Reached nearly 11,000 kids in just one year
🕒 Provided 26,000 hours of #OutdoorLearning
💼 Supported over 50 jobs in Nevada's #OutdoorEconomy

Tourism to Arkansas's National Park Properties contributes $289 million to Local Economy in 2023 According to a recent report from the National Park Service, in 2023, approximately 4.4 million visitors to the National Park Service lands in Arkansas spent an estimated $289 million in […]

🏞️ $289M Impact: Arkansas’s National Parks Fuel Local Economies 🌲💰

Tourism to Arkansas’s national park properties generated $289 million in 2023.

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#ArkansasParks #NationalParks #OutdoorEconomy

Wildlife Department implements new nonresident deer permit regulations New regulations introduced for nonresident deer permits, including species and area restrictions.

Kansas is shaking up its deer hunting scene with a bold new bill that could change everything for resident and nonresident hunters alike!

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#KS #OutdoorEconomy #SustainableHunting #KansasHunting #WildlifeConservation #CitizenPortal