by - March 5, 2026 7:07 pm
The U.S. outdoor recreation economy accounted for 2.4% of the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024, and 2.6% of the Arkansas GDP in 2024, according to a report posted…
by - May 22, 2025 8:55 am
To capitalize on Arkansas’ growing outdoor recreation economy, state leaders are building and expanding resources to help entrepreneurs and communities with grants, startup accelerators, online marketing, and a new venture…
by - February 24, 2025 1:02 pm
Outdoor recreation contributes $7.3 billion to Arkansas’ GDP and supports 68,431 jobs in the state, according to a new report from Bentonville-based Heartland Forward. The numbers account for indirect and…
by - May 9, 2024 8:01 am
Bella Vista’s status as a go-to cycling and mountain biking destination might be overshadowed by Bentonville, its larger neighbor to the south. That perception may be about to change, kickstarted…
by - November 9, 2023 5:24 pm
The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), a bureau of the U.S. Department of Commerce, will give $1.17 million to the University of Arkansas to expand a business incubator statewide. The…
by - May 9, 2023 6:11 pm
Arkansas First Gentleman Bryan Sanders hopes to double the state’s outdoor recreation economy from its current $3.5 billion to $7 billion in the next 10 years. Sanders was tapped by…
