GOP pushing for changes in LWCF ! Stateside is mentioned as a priority..

The following is the beginning of an extensive article on discussion in the Senate and House about the re-authorization of LWCF.  The full article is available by clicking the link after the opening paragraphs.. Key issues.. The new Congress wants change in the program.  The state program is mentioned as being underfunded or prioritized.  The […]

Government encourage to measure economic impacts to the economy from public parks and waters.

The following is an excerpt from The Center for American Progress article encouraging government to better measure the economic impact of the nations parks and waterways.. For the complete article.. cut and paste the following ….  https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/green/report/2015/01/21/103062/the-government-should-begin-to-measure-americas-powerful-outdoor-economy/#.VO3de4KfnrQ.mailto The business of the outdoors The economic arguments for protecting public lands and waters are so deeply rooted […]

California Parks assessment stresses the need for more and diverse parks addressing the urbanization of the state.

A recent Op Ed piece in the San Jose Bee pointed out the results of a two year study that emphasized the need for California State Parks to be more inclusive.  In addition, the authors indicated new parks were needed to serve diverse populations and the urbanization of the state.  … California is changing and […]

NASORLO’s LWCF State Grants Tool Box and Advocacy Materials – Updated…7-10-15

The following are the LWCF materials to be used by advocates, SLO’s and ASLO’s to educate, inform and encourage support from your  Governor, elected officials and other key constituents  related to to LWCF stateside.  In addition, I have posted NRPA’s Congressional Visit Tool Kit ( Play close attention to the speaking points listed on Pg […]