True Opportunity.
80 million people live within a 6-hour drive of the Pennsylvania Wilds.
The Pennsylvania Wilds brand provides members access to regional and national markets.
NATIONAL MARKET
Consumers spend $887 billion annually on outdoor recreation in the USA.
– Outdoor Recreation Economy Report, 2017
DOLLARS IN LOCAL IMPACT
Since 2016, the PA Wilds Conservation Shop
invested more than $300,000 on locally
produced products to resell online and at our physical gift shops at Kinzua Bridge State Park and Leonard Harrison State Park. PA Wilds Center has contracted $600,000 in services and projects with Creative Industries Partners and Experience Makers.
DOLLAR PA WILDS MARKET
Travelers spend more than $1.85 billion in the Pennsylvania Wilds region annually.
– The Economic Impact of Travel in Pennsylvania, 2019
Where do you fit into our value chain?
Ask yourself what is the primary aspect of your business or organization and apply today!
CREATIVE MAKERS
Do you make food, craft or visual art in the PA Wilds that is inspired by our region’s beauty, bounty and rural traditions?
EXPERIENCE MAKERS
Do you operate a place-based business or organization that offers an experience to visitors and residents?
RESOURCE PARTNERS
Does your business or organization offer a service or resource — technical, business development, environmental, or otherwise?
READY TO EXPLORE MORE OPPORTUNITIES?
Learn more about the opportunities to leverage the PA Wilds brand and grow your business as a member of the WCO network.