30 2026–2030 SCORP
DEMAND
An angler fishes from a kayak on one of the
six sandpit lakes at Sandy Channel State
Recreation Area in Buffalo County.
DEMAND
There are several ways to look at Nebraska's demand for outdoor
recreation. Trends at the regional, state and national level can provide
perspective. The public participation process for this update gathered
information about current participation and development opportunities,
along with information about youth and groups with limited access to
recreational opportunities. This information should be used as a starting
point to understand what outdoor recreation projects might be appropriate
for your community. To understand the unique outdoor recreation needs
and preferences of your community, we encourage offering opportunities
for local engagement.
For information on national fishing trends, check out
the 2025 Special Report on Fishing, a partnership
project of The Outdoor Foundation and Recreational
Boating & Fishing Foundation.
Go to OutdoorIndustry.org and search "Special Report on Fishing."
