St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Tourism Creates $8.8 Million for Local Economy
A report conducted by Michigan State University says 273,729 people visited the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway in 2011, and spent about $8.8 million in the surrounding communities. That spending supported 137 jobs in the area.
Visitors to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway spent more than $8 million in communities surrounding the park, according to a new report released by the National Park Service. The report — conducted by Michigan State University for the National Park Service — says 273,729 people visited the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway in 2011, and spent about $8.8 million in the surrounding communities. That cash supported 137 jobs in the area. “The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is a wonderful place to learn about America’s story,” Park Superintendent Chris Stein said in a news release. “We attract visitors from across the U.S. and around the world who come here to experience the park and then spend time and money enjoying the services …
Captain Midnight
10:17 pm on Thursday, February 28, 2013
Randy, have you not seen the tour buses parked by the snowman? Thousands of tourist have their pictures snapped with the snowman in back. The t-shirt sales alone are worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. more ›