Articles
9 February 2012

International Sportsmen’s Exposition Boosting Utah Economy

by PR or News Wire

09 February 2012—

 The 12th Annual International Sportsmen’s Exposition (ISE), presented by KUTV2, is Utah’s largest outdoor show for the entire family. Running March 18-21, 2010 at the South Town Expo Center in Sandy, the show features more than 400 exhibits and is expected to draw more than 40,000 attendees, many of whom are enthusiastic outdoors-people.

 

As the largest consumer outdoor show in Utah, ISE plays a key role in inspiring and educating Utahns to get outside and explore the marvels of this state, which in turn translates to improving the personal health and well-being of Utah citizens as well as generating significant economic activity within the state.

 

 The economic impact of Utah’s outdoor resources has become an increasingly important factor in the state’s overall economy.  The passions of Utah’s anglers, hunters, campers and boaters generate millions of dollars for the local economy and also support a variety of land, water, animal-management and conservation efforts. Added to that is the impact of out-of-state visitors who make Utah a destination for hunting, fishing, camping and hiking.

 

The dollars are significant. According to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources’  2006 report on The  Economic Benefits of Hunting, Fishing and Wildlife Watching, Utah’s hunters, anglers and wildlife viewers spent $1.24 billion in retail sales, which created $651.9 million in salaries and wages. The report also showed the total fish and wildlife recreation annual spending per year in Utah was estimated at $2.3 billion dollars and estimated that this sector of the outdoor industry also provides more than 24,000 jobs for Utahns.

 

Many of the expert presenters attending the ISE are making efforts to raise money for the outdoor industry and working on land management concerns, thus perpetuating a vital and growing side of the state’s economy. These presenters and exhibitors include Ducks Unlimited and The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, as well as experts in the fields of hunting, fishing and wilderness survival and representatives from state tourism boards.

 

Bottom line: Outdoor recreation is thriving in Utah, and generating significant jobs as well as state and local tax revenue.


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