Governor Laura Kelly, with the support of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and the Kansas Recreation and Park Association, proclaims June as Great Outdoors Month in Kansas.

Governor Kelly says outdoor recreation is a great way to improve physical and mental health, fitness and environmental awareness. She says she encourages everyone to get outdoors this month to appreciate the state’s natural resources and enjoy memorable experiences with family and friends.

Not only are there physical, mental and environmental benefits of engaging in outdoor recreation but economic benefits as well. Outdoor recreation has a significant economic impact in Kansas, generating an estimated $3.6 billion in consumer spending and supporting 37,107 jobs annually.