The vision of Beckley Outdoors is to establish the City of Beckley as a premier outdoor destination that celebrates southern West Virginia's Appalachian heritage. The initiative aims to leverage outdoor assets, such as New River Gorge National Park and Preserve and Piney Creek Preserve, to enhance quality of life, revitalize downtown, and create a vibrant outdoor economy. By identifying opportunities to develop and improve unique outdoor infrastructure like trails, rock climbing areas, destination-quality parks, public art, and multi-use public spaces, the City will attract and retain residents, businesses, students, and visitors. As we collectively think about the future of the City of Beckley, local leaders and community members are invited to offer input into the Beckley Outdoors Economic Action Plan. Together, we are creating a compelling vision for a one-of-a-kind Appalachian city.

Inventory existing outdoor recreation economy assets within the City of Beckley and New River Gorge region, and evaluate their current condition and ability to provide for a quality user experience.

Engage government officials, community leaders, and citizens to identify new outdoor recreation infrastructure projects that will fill gaps, support broader community goals, and promote the outdoor economy.

Create an Outdoor Economy Action Plan that generates excitement and casts an inspiring vision with compelling renderings, site master plans, and 3-D illustrations to effectively communicate recommendations.

Develop unique partnerships between the City of Beckley, business leaders, and non-profit organizations to implement project recommendations that encourage small business growth, natural resource protection, workforce development, and active living for all ages and abilities.

Provide the the City of Beckley and their partners with clear strategies, potential funding sources, and a prioritization schedule for implementing the Outdoor Economy Action Plan.