Outdoor Recreation News
Outdoor Recreation Economy Continues to Grow in Utah, Contributes $8.1 Billion to the Economy
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has released economic data for 2022 exhibiting outdoor recreation’s powerful and positive economic impact on the U.S. economy. The outdoor recreation economy in Utah grew an impressive 32.8% from 2021...
Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation Invites Public Input on the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey
The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) is launching the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) survey, open for public input until Dec. 1. Available in both English and Spanish, the survey aims to collect valuable insights from Utah residents...
Popularity of Electric Motorcycles Causing Confusion on Utah’s Roads and Trails
A recent surge in the popularity of electric motorcycles has left many residents and visitors confused. As these streamlined and silent electric two-wheelers become a more common sight, new owners are unaware of their classification and where they are permitted to be...
Utah Outdoor Recreation Rangers Target Boating and Off-Highway Vehicle DUIs in “Operation Dry Water” to Promote Safe Recreation Ahead of 4th of July Weekend
As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, recreational enthusiasts across Utah will gather on our state's waterways and off-highway vehicle (OHV) trails. With the increased public presence on both land and water, there is an upsurge in the number of incidents and...
Utah’s New Off-Highway Vehicle Education Course Sees Early Success with Over 160,000 Completions
Over 160,000 people have completed the state's new adult off-highway vehicle (OHV) education course since it was implemented January 1, 2023. The course, offered by the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR), is the first of its kind in the nation and helps to...
Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation Will Award Over $20 Million in Grants to Boost Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) is awarding over $20 million in grants to enhance outdoor recreation opportunities throughout Utah – the most to date awarded by the state. The division will award more than $16 million in Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant...
Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation Introduces Optional Digital Wallet Credential for Adult OHV Education Course Certificates
The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) announced a new, convenient option for off-highway vehicle (OHV) users who have completed the state’s required Adult OHV education course. This optional, innovative feature allows certificate holders to download and store...
Outdoor recreation economy surges in Utah, according to U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has released economic data for 2021 exhibiting outdoor recreation’s powerful and positive economic impact on the U.S. economy. The outdoor recreation economy in Utah grew 27.3% from 2020 to 2021,...