nature tourism

Nature Tourism; Military-to-Civilian Career Transition in Texas

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar

Outdoor recreation, called “nature tourism” by economists, has provided a reliable, socially distanced outlet for Texans navigating a locked-down world and proved once again that open space is a valuable asset for state and local economies. In the recently released May edition of Fiscal Notes, the Comptroller’s office examines the economic impact of nature tourism and the millions in government revenue for vital programs it provides. “Outdoor recreation is a big business in Texas,” Texas Comptroller […]