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Outdoor Recreation Archive poster collection

 Collection
Identifier: UUS_ORA 005

Scope and Contents

This collection contains an assortment of posters from organizations and companies that relate to the outdoor recreation industry. The majority were created to advertise a certain company or gear, to notify of special events, or to celebrate athletic accomplishments. This is an open collection that may continue to accrue materials. More information on the Outdoor Recreation Archive can be found here.

Dates

  • Creation: 1963-2024

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions on access, except: not available through interlibrary loan.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances.

Permission to publish material from the Outdoor Recreation Archive poster collection must be obtained from the Outdoor Recreation Archive Curator and/or the Special Collections Section Head.

Extent

6 Linear Feet (6 flat file drawers)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

This collection contains an assortment of posters and oversize prints issued by various outdoor recreation companies and organizations.

Arrangement

These materials are grouped by company or organization. Folder numbers correspond to ORA company numbers, consistent throughout the Outdoor Recreation Archive collections. Posters within each company folder are numbered as they arrive at the archive.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

These materials were purchased from multiple sellers or donated by various individuals, beginning 2025.

Title
Guide to the Outdoor Recreation Archive poster collection
Author
Finding aid created by Asher Bosworth and Clint Pumphrey
Date
2025
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives Repository

Contact:
Merrill-Cazier Library
Utah State University
3000 Old Main Hill
Logan Utah 84322-3000 United States
435 797-8248
435 797-2880 (Fax)