Idaho Business for the Outdoors

06/10/2026

Time outdoors isn't just good for the soul...it's good for Idaho's economy.

Studies show just 20 minutes outside can lower stress hormone levels and boost mood.

For Idaho employers, that translates into real results: companies with access to outdoor recreation report higher employee retention, lower healthcare costs, and stronger team morale.

And it goes beyond personal wellness.

Idaho's outdoor recreation economy generates billions in consumer spending and supports tens of thousands of jobs statewide, much of it tied directly to public lands access.

Whether it's a lunchtime walk along the Greenbelt, a weekend hike in the foothills, or a team retreat near a national forest, outdoor access keeps Idahoans healthier, and keeps Idaho businesses thriving.

05/08/2026

Thank you, Idaho.

Because of your generosity during Idaho Gives, Idaho Business for the Outdoors is able to continue building a strong, united business voice for the public lands and outdoor places that power Idaho’s economy and way of life.

Every donation, share, and message of support helps strengthen this growing movement of businesses and community members working together to protect the landscapes that make Idaho special.

We are incredibly grateful for everyone who gave back to help support our vision of an Idaho where thriving businesses and thriving outdoors go hand in hand.

This work is only possible because of you. Thank you for being part of it.

05/06/2026

Now is the time to support the places that make Idaho a great place to work and live.

Today, your support goes even further.

Thanks to a generous 2:1 match, every dollar you give today is tripled to help Idaho Business for the Outdoors protect our outdoors and the access to public lands that Idaho depends on.

Give today and make three times the impact.

Go to www.idahogives.org/organizations/idaho-business-for-the-outdoors to make a donation to IBO and help support our public lands.

04/23/2026

Today we’re proud to recognize Micron Technology as a valued member of Idaho Business for the Outdoors!

As a company headquartered in Boise, Micron understands that thriving businesses and healthy public lands go hand in hand. Their support helps advance efforts to protect Idaho’s outdoor spaces and strengthen the outdoor economy that benefits communities across the state.

We’re grateful for their partnership and for their role in supporting both innovation and the natural resources that make Idaho such a special place to live and work.

Please join us in thanking Micron Technology for their support! 🌲👏

03/26/2026

Today we’re proud to recognize Precision Communications, based in Meridian, for their support as a member of Idaho Business for the Outdoors.

Businesses like Precision Communications play an important role in keeping Idaho connected—while also recognizing the value of our state’s public lands and outdoor spaces.

Their membership helps support efforts to protect these places and ensure Idaho’s outdoor economy continues to thrive.

We’re grateful for their partnership and commitment to Idaho’s communities and landscapes.

Thank you Precision Communications for your support! 👏

03/18/2026

https://www.idahobusinessfortheoutdoors.org/blog/2025review

From protecting millions of acres of public land to expanding access and deepening community connections, 2025 demonstrated what’s possible when Idaho’s business community comes together in support of our shared outdoor heritage.

03/17/2026

https://idahobusinessfortheoutdoors/research/orsa2024

On March 5th, 2026, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released new statistics measuring the outdoor recreation economy through the end of 2024, with state-level data available for all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The outdoor recreation economy increased 2.7 percent nationally in 2024

03/12/2026

Today we’re recognizing RedBuilt for their leadership as a founding member of Idaho Business for the Outdoors.

RedBuilt’s commitment reflects a simple truth: thriving businesses and healthy public lands go hand in hand. By supporting Idaho Business for the Outdoors, RedBuilt is helping ensure that Idaho’s landscapes, outdoor traditions, and outdoor economy remain strong for generations to come.

We’re grateful for their partnership and proud to work alongside businesses that recognize the value of protecting the places that make Idaho special.

Please join us in thanking RedBuilt for their support! 🌲👏

03/09/2026

The latest 2026 Conservation in the West Poll from Colorado College shows that voters in Idaho continue to strongly support public lands and responsible management of natural resources.

Conducted January 2–18, 2026, the bipartisan survey gathered responses from more than 3,400 registered voters in eight Western states, including more than 400 voters in Idaho. The annual poll examines public attitudes toward land, water, wildlife, energy development, and public land management across the region.

The latest 2026 Conservation in the West Poll from Colorado College shows that voters in Idaho continue to strongly support public lands and responsible management of natural resources.

02/12/2026

Thank you Dempsey Foster PLLC for supporting Idaho Business for the Outdoors!

Dempsey Foster has been a member of IBO since 2017 and actively supports nonprofit organizations and community initiatives that empower small businesses and foster local growth.

A woman-owned business and litigation firm serving growth-minded companies, Dempsey Foster believes their responsibility as advocates includes making a meaningful impact outside the courtroom.

Thank you Dempsey Foster for supporting Idaho's Outdoors!