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Advocacy

SOCIAL & ECONOMIC IMPACT

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Lending Our Voice for Change

VOBA supports the engagement of outdoor businesses and organizations by:
 

  • Participating in coalitions to drive maximum impact and ensure sector voices are included;
     

  • Educating outdoor businesses on the policies that affect their businesses, employees, customers, and communities;
     

  • Supporting businesses in building relationships and effectively informing policymakers on ideas to grow the sector; and,
     

  • Advocating for proposals on business and workforce development, marketing, conservation, recreation, and accessibility that make strides towards climate resiliency, equity, sustainability, and career pathways.

VOBA FY25 Policy Agenda

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Outdoor Recreation Day at the Statehouse

VOBA and outdoor recreation partners annually support 100 outdoor advocates in gathering at the Statehouse in Montpelier to learn about a Vermont vision and advocate for the Vermont Outdoors. In 2025, outdoor businesses met with legislators, listened to speakers, and discussed issues on outdoor recreation and the economy.​

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