— Explore the socioeconomic conditions in communities surrounding our National Forests
read moreof National Forest Socioeconomic Indicators
Specific Places
Every county has its own set of unique circumstances. These reports explore how different places can integrate public land resources into local economic development efforts.
Impact of National Monuments Redesignated National Parks
— Investigating the economic effects of National Monuments redesignated National Parks, and the potential impact of converting the White Sands National Monument to a National Park.
read moreof Impact of National Monuments Redesignated National Parks
Economic Development Opportunities in Wheeler County, Oregon
— Like many rural counties in the West, Wheeler County faces economic difficulties. It also has untapped resources and opportunities, which suggest the possibility of a brighter economic future.
read moreof Economic Development Opportunities in Wheeler County, Oregon
The Economic Value of Public Lands in Grand County, Utah
— This updated report analyzes the economic value of public lands in Grand County, Utah and the important role that these lands play for local businesses and the well-being of the region’s economy.
read moreof The Economic Value of Public Lands in Grand County, Utah