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  • Decreasing flood risk in rural communities: a pilot program in Three Forks, Montana

    Decreasing flood risk in rural communities: a pilot program in Three Forks, Montana

    Kris Smith, Ph.D.

    Flood risk is underestimated in the U.S., but better maps and data are not enough to help communities. They must be accompanied with resources to support local action. Read more

  • Montana wildfire risk is widespread and growing

    Montana wildfire risk is widespread and growing

    Kimiko Barrett, Ph.D.

    The number of western Montana homes in areas with high wildfire hazard has doubled, outpacing development rates in areas with low wildfire hazard. Read more

  • Newsletter: September 2019

    Headwaters Economics

    Our latest newsletter contains research on transit equity analysis for Denver, CO, funding needs for Montana’s outdoors, a custom socioeconomic tool for the US Fish &amp Wildlife Service, and more. Subscribe to our newsletter. Read more

  • The Value of Montana’s Outdoors

    The Value of Montana’s Outdoors

    Ray Rasker, Ph.D.

    Montana’s outdoors attracts people and talent, creating jobs and a high quality of life. The outdoors is essential to the state’s future economic growth. Read more

  • Funding Needs for Montana’s Outdoor Heritage

    Funding Needs for Montana’s Outdoor Heritage

    Megan Lawson, Ph.D.

    Funding for Montana’s working lands, wildlife, and outdoor recreation is not keeping pace as population, visitation, and development pressures expand. Read more

  • Montana’s Outdoor Recreation Economy

    Montana’s Outdoor Recreation Economy

    Ray Rasker, Ph.D.

    A new report highlights the role of Montana’s outdoor recreation economy in spending, jobs, and economic diversification. Read more

  • New Montana Homes Increase Wildfire Risks

    New Montana Homes Increase Wildfire Risks

    Kelly Pohl

    The number of western Montana homes in areas with high wildfire hazard has doubled, outpacing development rates in areas with low wildfire hazard. Read more

  • Newsletter: June 2018

    Headwaters Economics

    Our latest research on the economic impact of National Parks, homes in high-risk wildfire areas in Montana, updated socioeconomic reports by sector, and downloadable economic profiles for communities near National Forests. Read more

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