Boomers who once flocked to Florida are increasingly ditching the state for southern Appalachia. A recent Wall Street Journal report highlighted the so-called “halfbacks” who have settled in the region. Many of the new arrivals sought an escape from the continual threat of extreme weather in Florida. For decades, Florida has remained a top destination […]
For rural America in decline—those small towns of shuttered factories, sawmills, and schools—outdoor recreation is the new hope. Smokestack-chasing is out, the public is told. A diversified economy based on environmental protection is in. Last month, the Biden Administration relaunched an outdoor recreation council and promised to expand the industry to “help people thrive across […]