PUGET SOUND VITAL SIGNS

Measures of ecosystem health and progress toward Puget Sound recovery goals
Outdoor Activity
Nature-based work
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This indicator tracks stated participation in occupations based in natural environments in the Puget Sound, such as commercial or charter fishing, farming, forestry, habitat restoration, or outdoor-recreation jobs.

Nature-based work
 

Percentage of respondents in 2024 who answered 'Yes' (orange) and 'No' (blue) to the question: Does your work involve spending time in natural environments?

Key Vital Sign Indicator Results

  • In 2024, over 10% of respondents said their work involved time outdoors.
  • Of those, over 50% worked more than 10 hours per week outdoors. 
  • While not statistically significant, data regarding time spent working outdoors has slightly decreased since 2018.

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Target

No targets are currently set for this indicator.

Data Source

Oregon State University Human Dimensions Lab

Human Wellbeing Vital Signs Survey 2024 Summary Report

Vital Sign Indicator Reporter
Kelly Biedenweg
Indicator Details
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Last Updated
07/31/2025