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POWERS PROGRESS.
The Outdoor Foundation, the philanthropic arm of OIA, helps the industry expand access, break down barriers, and inspire the next generation of outdoor participants — because a thriving industry starts with inclusive, widespread engagement.
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PARTICIPATION
POWERS PROGRESS.
The Outdoor Foundation, the philanthropic arm of OIA, helps the industry expand access, break down barriers, and inspire the next generation of outdoor participants — because a thriving industry starts with inclusive, widespread engagement.
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LEARN MORE
We all thrive outside.
The Outdoor Foundation is dedicated to getting people outside for their health, the health of communities, and the health of the outdoor industry. Through community investment and groundbreaking research, we work with partners across the country to increase outdoor participation, address equity barriers, and help make the outdoors accessible for all.
We all Thrive outside.
The Outdoor Foundation is dedicated to getting people outside for their health, the health of communities, and the health of the outdoor industry. Through community investment and groundbreaking research, we work with partners across the country to increase outdoor participation, address equity barriers, and help make the outdoors accessible for all.
The Thrive Outside Initiative

Thrive Outside connects communities to the outdoors through equity-focused, local partnerships.

The Thrive Outside Initiative
Thrive Outside connects communities to the outdoors through equity-focused, local partnerships.
Leadership Partners
Thank you to our Leadership Partners driving this movement forward.
Leadership Partners
Thank you to our Leadership Partners driving this movement forward.
Opening access. Expanding impact.

2024 Outdoor Participation Trends Report

OIA members and Outdoor Foundation partners have exclusive access to the full 78-page report to inform their brand’s consumer and business strategy and to help drive equitable access to the outdoors nationwide.
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2025 Outdoor Retail Sales Trends Report

The outdoor market is changing, and we’re here to help with data and business intelligence to grow your brand.
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2025 SPECIAL REPORT ON FISHING

2024 brought encouraging developments (easing inflation, strong employment data, market highs) amid a troubling backdrop (deepening partisanship, continued global strife, AI worries).
GET REPORTS
Opening access. Expanding impact.

2024 Outdoor Participation Trends Report

OIA members and Outdoor Foundation partners have exclusive access to the full 78-page report to inform their brand’s consumer and business strategy and to help drive equitable access to the outdoors nationwide.
GET REPORTS

2025 Outdoor Retail Sales Trends Report

The outdoor market is changing, and we’re here to help with data and business intelligence to grow your brand.
GET REPORTS

2025 SPECIAL REPORT ON FISHING

2024 brought encouraging developments (easing inflation, strong employment data, market highs) amid a troubling backdrop (deepening partisanship, continued global strife, AI worries).
GET REPORTS
Meet the leaders guiding our mission

OIA’s board brings together bold thinkers and industry experts committed to 
shaping a stronger, more inclusive future for outdoor recreation

OIA
Greg-Gausewitz
Josh-Tedeschi
Sam-Kelly
JL
Meet the leaders guiding our mission

OIA’s board brings together bold thinkers and industry experts committed to shaping a stronger, more inclusive future for outdoor recreation.

OIA
Greg-Gausewitz
Josh-Tedeschi
Sam-Kelly
JL
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From trade policy to climate action, your voice and participation belong in the room. Join the leaders moving the industry forward.

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From trade policy to climate action, your voice and participation belong in the room. Join the leaders moving the industry forward.

LET'S TALK

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