Conservation

What’s the connection between you walking along trails, exploring nature and shifts in weather patterns? On your own, probably not so much. But with 1.3 million unique hikers and a 171 percent increase in hikers in 2020 alone, the collective impact is enough to focus a spotlight on this outdoor activity. The Environmental Impact of…

Americans love camping. In 2020, 48.2 million people camped at least once, and 3.9 million new households were added to an already enormous population of campers at 86.1 million. Not only are there more campers in recent years; they’re also camping more frequently. Although experiencing the great outdoors is a good thing for any person,…