2 Things Outdoor Research Wants the Industry To Remember As We Move The Trade Show from Utah Outdoor Retailer Sunday, March 12, 2017 In his statement yesterday, Outdoor Retailer's Dan Nordstrom delivered yet another example of our industry leaders' reasoned and thoughtfully diplomatic approach to what has become a passion-fueled issue. Read Dan Nordstrom’s statement: On the Outdoor Retailer Trade Show and Public Lands Nordstrom’s statement underscored several important points that have—at times—been drowned out by the media surrounding the trade show. Here are two of the most salient: “It’s time for EVERYONE involved in the outdoor movement—brands, dealers, customers, non-profits, ALL of us—to come together and become a true political force. It’s so much bigger than the trade show. With this Congress every one of the historic victories that created the legacy of public land we all love so much could be gone in a few months, taking us backward half a century.” Read more
Situation Assessment of Recreation Access Fee Systems in Washington State The William D. Ruckelshaus Center Saturday, March 4, 2017 Prepared for the Washington Parks and Recreation Commission, Washington Department of Natural Resources,and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife: The Ruckelshaus Center conducted the situation assessment between August 2016 and January 2017. The information collection and analysis and collaborative process will take place February through November 2017. A final report, which will include both the findings of the situation assessment, research findings, and the output of a collaborative process, will be delivered to the Washington State Legislature by December 1, 2017. Read Full Report Read more
Raising Awareness of the Importance of the Outdoor Recreation Sector to Washington State This is How We Rally Thursday, February 16, 2017 This year's 5th annual rally day was held -- appropriately -- in a large tent on the Capital grounds in Olympia, and it was open to the public. Some 60 vendors and organizations had information and display booths on site. Representatives describe their part of the outdoor recreation sector. Read more
Governor, Lands Commissioner, Lawmakers & Outdoor Recreation Leaders from Washington and Colorado Governor, Lands Commissioner, Lawmakers & Outdoor Recreation Leaders from Washington and Colorado Big Tent Rally Day - Feb 15, 2017 Friday, February 10, 2017 (OLYMPIA) -- Governor Jay Inslee, newly elected Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz, leaders on Washington’s and Colorado's outdoor recreation policy, and Washington State Legislators will join over 60 organizations that have a deep passion for the outdoors in celebrating the 5th Annual Big Tent Outdoor Recreation Rally Day. Festivities take place midday February 15th on the State Capitol grounds. Read more
Big Tent Outdoor Coalition Rally Day Big Tent Outdoor Coalition Rally Day Wednesday, February 15, 2017: Advance Registration Recommended (free entry) Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Join the Big Tent Coalition on the grounds of the capitol as we bring awareness to the critical economic importance of the outdoor recreation economy in Washington State. AGENDA 10:00am - Registration and Big Tent Displays Open 11:00am-1:00pm - Legislative & Industry Presenters (Hear from those shaping the future of the Washington State Outdoor Recreation Industry.) 2:00pm - Big Tent Closes Lunch and refreshments will be served throughout the event. Grab a cup of Ivar's Chowder, coffee. snacks or hot chocolate and explore the displays of over 30 outdoor recreation organizations. This event is FREE and open to industry partners and the public. Please register so that you have a pre-printed name badge and quick access to the event and to join the Big Tent information list to receive updates and news from our coalition. Register Here Read more