Based on extended analysis of data collected for the Outdoor Recreation Participation Report using
the responses of over 40,000 Americans ages six and older - paddlesports is rapidly growing in the USA
17.8 million Americans ages 6 and older participate in kayaking, canoeing, and rafting
Kayaking has enjoyed steady growth in spite of the economic slump growing 3% each year.
The survey is the largest of its type examining participation in sports and outdoor activities.
http://www.outdoorindustry.org/images/researchfiles/2009%20Paddlesports%20Report.FINAL.pdf?79
Paddlers bring extensive revenue to communities via purchases for lodging, gasoline, restaurants, etc., etc.
Obstacles to fish ARE OFTEN obstacles to Paddlesports also - and our voice is powerful in $$$$ !
