Outdoor Rec is Big Business in Colorado, Study Finds
The state's recreation industry brings in $28 billion per year.
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Colorado’s mountain recreation is more than just fun and games, says a new study from the Outdoor Industry Association. The outdoor recreation industry is worth $28 billion per year, provides 229,000 jobs, and brings in $2 billion in state and local tax revenue.
