Data updates: Every state’s outdoor rec economy
We just updated our webpage that tracks the economic contributions of outdoor recreation in every state based on the latest figures from the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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Welcome to Field Notes
Welcome to Field Notes, a mini-blog about how the work at Headwaters Economics comes together. Keep an eye on this feed to learn what trends we are watching, insights on our latest projects, and what the day-to-day is like in the office. More to come!
NEW PODCAST! Ryan Handy and Doug Green discuss wildfire risk maps in the first episode of Burning Questions, a Headwaters Economics podcast about wildfire and the built environment.
Here’s a sneak peak of research we’re collaborating on with Dr. Lisa Dale at the Columbia Climate School about strategies for the wildfire insurance crisis. Thank you EESI for shedding light on this!
Meeting with the Montana Association of Floodplain Managers
Kris and Bridget attending the Montana Association of Floodplain Managers last week, a great opportunity to connect with many of our partners from local communities and state agencies. Some lesser-known disaster risk facing Montana that Kris noted:
(more…)New features @ Wildfire Risk to Communities
wildfirerisk.org has new features for users with disabilities as well as upgraded navigation options. We also updated dashboards for the Forest Service’s Community Wildfire Defense Grants and the Department of Interior’s Slip-On Tanker Grants.
Livingston city commission considers a stormwater fee structure
Our study on the economics and need for getting ahead of stormwater risks in Livingston.
Future proofing the outdoor rec economy
Communities that rely heavily on outdoor recreation face wildfire and flood risks nearly 2x higher than others.
Can tourist towns be saved?
Headwaters Economics worked with leaders in Bend, Oregon, to identify strategies that can ensure the city’s appeal for both tourism and long-term livability.
Headwaters at the National Disaster Resilience Conference
Florida here we come!
Headwaters meets with FEMA and community leaders in South Dakota
Welcoming new staff!
A big welcome to Ryan Maye Handy as the latest addition to our Community Planning Assistance for Wildfire program!