COVID-19 Resources from the Outdoor Recreation Industry

Federal Response

CARES Act

• Payroll Protection Program FAQ (U.S. Treasury Department)

• DEMA SBA explanation

• Small business explainer

• Small business section-by-section breakdown

• Small business owner’s guide

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency – Memo on identification of essential critical infrastructure workers

Bureau of Land Management – Entrance fees temporarily suspended

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – Visitor centers closed to the public, but the waters within NOAA’s national marine sanctuaries are open for responsible enjoyment, in accordance with local guidance and regulations.

National Park Service – Parks are reopening on a case-by-case basis. Visitor services at other parks, other than those of public and resource protection (such as law enforcement and trash removal), will be limited or suspended.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Corps encourages people to practice responsible recreation, social distancing

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service – Check individual refuge or hatchery websites for the latest information.

U.S. Forest Service – See most recent agency guidance.

• Letter from Senator Steve Daines to USFS

Other Resources

National Association of Counties – Emergency declaration map

National Association of Manufacturers – State reaction snapshot tracker

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