Resources
2016 Inaugural Summit
Our goal was to assess whether there was political will to coalesce around the idea of unleashing the potential of outdoor recreation as a powerful force in Alaska’s economy. The resounding answer was “Yes!”
SITE
Alaska Pacific University
DATE
June 2016
FOCUS
Gathering the industry; sharing challenges & opportunities
Overview Resources
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3-minute recap video of Confluence 16
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Brad Peterson's Keynote Speech
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Confluence Summit Breakout Session Notes
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Confluence Coalition Founding Members and Next Steps
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Alaska Outdoor Recreation Economy - Outdoor Industry Association Fact Sheet
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White Paper on State Outdoor Recreation Positions (CO, UT, WA)
Examples of State Funding Programs
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TPL primer on state/local bonds, levies, taxes and other ballot initiatives with historical data
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Arkansas, funded from property tax, tobacco settlement
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Great Outdoors Colorado, amendment to state constitution
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Michigan, Natural Resources Trust Fund
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North Carolina, State Park bond
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Utah Waypoint Grant Program