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"Elevating quality of life and the economy through the outdoors"

Helping create a community-led vision and a 15-year roadmap to ensure strategic decision making that grows the outdoor economy and encourages active living in Wilkes County, North carolina.

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Plan Purpose

To create a community-led vision and 15-year roadmap to ensure strategic decision-making to grow the outdoor economy and encourage active living.

The Great State of Wilkes Outdoor Action Plan is being led by the Outdoor Economy Workgroup, which includes representatives from the Health Foundation, Towns of Wilkesboro and North Wilkesboro, Wilkes Economic Development Corporation, Wilkesboro Tourism Development Authority, Wilkes Health Department, Yadkin River Greenway Council and the County of Wilkes. The group is focusing on the planning and development of outdoor recreation infrastructure projects such as trails, greenways, destination-quality parks, attractive downtowns, and the creation of multi-use public spaces suitable for major events and festivals. These projects contribute significantly to the quality of life for local residents, help grow small businesses, and attract visitors.
"With good planning we can grow, but let's grow smart." - B Townes, Community Advocate

Plan Goals

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