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What we do

PORA serves outdoor recreation providers through: 

  • Advocacy and Representation
  • Workforce Development
  • Marketing and Promotion
  • Economic Growth and Development
Advocacy & Representation
  • Advocate for business-friendly policies.
  • Educate members on legislative issues.
  • Foster relationships with policymakers.
  • Share critical policy briefs and updates.
Workforce Development
  • Expand industry job opportunities.
  • Offer career training and development.
  • Support members in retaining staff.
  • Promote jobs through targeted marketing.
Marketing & Promotion
  • Highlight diverse outdoor activities.
  • Build campaigns for outdoor recreation appeal.
  • Showcase members through promotions.
  • Create a central outdoor recreation hub.
Economic Growth & Development
  • Boost business profitability
  • Provide tools for funding and planning.
  • Partner with economic development groups.
  • Create more employment opportunities.

When you join PORA, you're supporting an industry that's vital to Pennsylvania's future. We're not just about recreation - we're about economic growth, job creation, and building stronger communities across our state.

Join us in advocating for Pennsylvania's outdoor recreation economy - where conservation meets economic growth and community development.