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Pa. Outdoor Economy Surges to $20.4B, Adds Jobs and Growth

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s outdoor recreation industry grew to $20.4 billion in 2024, adding thousands of jobs and outpacing national growth, according to new federal data.

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Pennsylvania’s Outdoor Boom Brings $19 Billion Windfall and 168,000 Jobs!

December 9, 2024December 8, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s outdoor recreation industry experienced remarkable growth in 2023, contributing $19 billion to the state’s economy and representing 2 percent of the Commonwealth’s gross domestic product. The sector …

Pennsylvania’s Outdoor Boom Brings $19 Billion Windfall and 168,000 Jobs! Read More

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