The House concurrent resolution No. R-29 designates February 12, 2025, as Vermont Outdoor Recreation Day at the State House. This resolution highlights Vermont's rich natural landscape and its status as a premier destination for outdoor recreation, boasting over 8,000 miles of public access trails, extensive wildlife management areas, and numerous ski areas. It emphasizes the significance of outdoor recreation in fostering community values of inclusion and representation, as well as its economic impact, which generated $2.1 billion in fiscal year 2023 and employed over 16,000 individuals in the state.

The resolution aims to celebrate the vital role of outdoor recreation in enhancing the quality of life, mental and physical well-being of residents and visitors, and its contribution to the state's economy. It calls for the Secretary of State to distribute copies of the resolution to various state officials and organizations involved in outdoor recreation, thereby promoting awareness and appreciation for Vermont's outdoor recreational opportunities.