Total U.S. outdoor economic impact set at $1.7 trillion

(May 9, 2013) -- "Conservation has always been a strong economic driver, and this new data reinforces that fact," said Ducks Unlimited CEO Dale Hall. "When Americans pursue their favorite outdoor pastimes each year, they support wildlife conservation but also are strengthening our economy to a much greater degree than they may realize. Investing in conservation is a great deal for the American taxpayer."