In late September, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources held our third annual Maryland Outdoor Recreation Summit. This event brings together outdoor experts and enthusiasts–from government, businesses, universities, and the general public–to help shape the future of this growing and vital industry. One of the most important takeaways from this annual event, which was held Read the Rest…
DNR Office of Outdoor Recreation Supports Growth with New Business Directory Maryland’s outdoor industry generated 1.9% of Maryland’s gross domestic product in 2024, according to a recent report by the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis, generating $10.6 billion through boating, hiking, hunting, fishing, cycling, RVing, camping, skiing, and much more. The recreation industry generated more Read the Rest…
In the last week of October, Maryland’s outdoor recreation community gathered in Baltimore for our second annual Maryland Outdoor Recreation Summit. Bringing together the partners that comprise and support Maryland’s outdoor recreation community – local and state government, environmental organizations, educators, outfitters, and other businesses – is essential. The science is clear: time in nature Read the Rest…
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ Office of Outdoor Recreation is accepting registrations to attend the 2025 Maryland Outdoor Recreation Summit, happening October 28-30 in Baltimore City. The summit will feature outdoor excursions, dynamic speakers and sessions, networking, and social events. Maryland hosted its inaugural Outdoor Recreation Summit last October at Rocky Gap State Park, Read the Rest…
