2026 Press Releases
Shining a Light on What’s New
New Federal Data Confirms Outdoor Recreation as a Pillar of New Hampshire’s Economy
March 5, 2026
Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released its latest Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account data, reaffirming outdoor recreation as a primary economic driver in New Hampshire and across the nation.
Granite Outdoor Alliance Marks Five Years with New Impact Report and Vision for New Hampshire’s Outdoor Economy
March 13, 2026
Granite Outdoor Alliance (GOA) today released its five-year impact report, marking an important milestone for the statewide organization and highlighting the growing role of outdoor recreation in New Hampshire’s economy, workforce, communities, and quality of life.
Granite Outdoor, Bernstein Shur Form Strategic Policy Partnership
March 18, 2026
Partnership supports GOA’s strategic planning year, advancing policy capacity, workforce development, and long-term economic growth for New Hampshire’s outdoor economy.
Granite Outdoor Alliance Announces NH Outdoor Industry Day 2026: “The Barn Raiser” June 10th in Plymouth
May 14, 2026
Granite Outdoor Alliance (GOA), New Hampshire’s outdoor business alliance representing more than 130 businesses, nonprofits, and industry supporters, will host Outdoor Industry Day 2026: The Barn Raiser on Wednesday, June 10, from 5-8:30pm, at The Barn on the Pemi in Plymouth, bringing together businesses, nonprofits, public partners, and industry leaders from across New Hampshire’s outdoor economy.
CIRQUE SERIES EXPANDS HIGH-VERTICAL MOUNTAIN RACE IN NORTHEAST
National trail running series returns to New Hampshire June 13 with rugged Franconia Notch course, local outdoor brands, and festival-style finish.
May 28, 2026
Cirque Series will return to New Hampshire on Saturday, June 13, bringing one of the country’s premier mountain running events to Cannon Mountain in Franconia Notch State Park. The Cannon Mountain race opens Cirque Series’ 2026 New England schedule, which also includes stops at Killington Resort in Vermont on June 27 and Jay Peak Resort in Vermont on September 26.
SOLD-OUT OUTDOOR INDUSTRY DAY HIGHLIGHTS MOMENTUM OF NEW HAMPSHIRE'S $4.2 BILLION OUTDOOR ECONOMY
200 industry leaders, businesses, nonprofits, state officials, public agencies, and community partners gather to celebrate New Hampshire's outdoor sector
June 12, 2026 (Plymouth, NH)
Granite Outdoor Alliance’s Outdoor Industry Day 2026: The Barn Raiser brought together 200 business leaders, nonprofits, public officials, educators, recreation providers, and community partners for a sold-out evening celebrating the strength, visibility, and growing momentum of New Hampshire’s outdoor economy. The sector contributes more than $4.2 billion annually to the state economy and supports more than 33,000 jobs.