Grow Your Outdoor Economy
There is no single blueprint for building a stronger outdoor economy.
Every community starts from a different place. Some are investing in trails and outdoor infrastructure. Others are building local leadership, supporting entrepreneurs, or creating places where people want to live and work.
The most successful efforts recognize that these pieces work together.
Build a Community People Choose
Strong communities attract and retain people by investing in quality of life, community identity, and the amenities that make places worth calling home.
Explore Building a Community People Choose Build Local Capacity
Ideas move further when people work together. Local leadership, partnerships, volunteers, and organizations create the foundation for long-term success.
Explore Building Local Capacity Build Outdoor Infrastructure
Trails, parks, access points, and public spaces create opportunities for recreation, economic growth, and community development.
Explore Building Outdoor Infrastructure Grow Local Business
Local businesses help transform outdoor assets into economic opportunity by creating jobs, serving visitors, and strengthening communities.
Explore Growing Local Businesses 
THE SMITH OEDC
Purpose
Address population loss
Vision
A West Virginia where all of our communities are vibrant and thriving
Mission
Empower West Virginia’s communities and partners to advance the state’s economy and enhance quality of life through outdoor recreation