Wisconsin is home to amazing natural places, world-class outdoor brands, and fun-loving outdoorists, that’s why we’re so excited to lead the first Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation. A $7.8 billion industry, a top driver of tourism, supporting tens of thousands of jobs, and with endless options for recreation all four seasons, Wisconsin has a compelling story to tell. For an expert in all things outdoor recreation-related, please contact the Office's media specialists listed to the right.
Your Resource Hub
As the hub of Wisconsin's outdoor industry, the Office of Outdoor Recreation is well-connected to a diverse network of partners and maintains a deep understanding of the industry. Mine our recent
economic impact report for data detailing the critical contributions of outdoor recreation to Wisconsin's economy or reach out with questions or an interview request.
In the News
The Office of Outdoor Recreation works within the
Department of Tourism to help to raise the profile of Wisconsin as an outdoor recreation state. Here are just a few of the headlines we’ve secured:
Wisconsin State Journal
RV Industry Association
Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Spectrum News 1
Burnett County Sentinel
Milwaukee Business Journal
Milwaukee Business Journal
Spectrum 1 News
Great Lakes Now
Milwaukee Business Journal
NBC 15 Madison
Milwaukee Business Journal