Arizona Establishes Office of Outdoor Recreation

In early October, Arizona became the 24th state to establish an office of outdoor recreation. The Arizona Office of Tourism and Arizona State Parks and Trails spent several months making the office a reality. The office will focus on Environmental Conservation and stewardship, education and workforce development, economic development, exercise, health and wellness, equity, access, and inclusion. It will receive support and coordination from the Office of Tourism.

“Arizona is known as a destination with amazing outdoor recreation options,” said Neil Large, the new program administrator. “We want people to understand that outdoor recreation benefits the state’s economy, job market, and rural communities. Our goal is to expand the reach of our outdoor-related grants program, tell Arizona’s unique story, and entice more people to build memories in the outdoors.” The office will continue receiving support and coordination from the Arizona Office of Tourism to further its efforts and highlight Arizona’s $11.7 billion outdoor recreation economy.
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