An Analysis of the Tea Party’s impact on federal Parks and Recreation Funding.

In the November 2011 issue of NRPA’s digital Parks and Recreation magazine, Jon Wisbey of the NRPA lobbying firm, analyzes the impact Tea Party efforts have on the current Congress and outlines steps needed to effectively deal with this movement when advocating for parks and recreation funding.  Go to page 29 and read through page […]

A Legal Analysis of the 6(f) Process

The attached link will take you to the November 2011 Parks and Recreation digital magazine.  Go to page 35 and read a detailed summary of the 6(f) process as examined by a court case involving an attempt to change a 6(f) determination at Empirie-Fulton Ferry State Park in New York.  The legal analysis, done by […]

NASORLO Members Provide Input on National Competitive Grants Program.

Attached to this Post is the latest information I have received related to the request from NPS and Interior to review the national competitive grants criteria.. Posted for your information and review.  Check back, as others come in, I will post them.. Georgia’s concerns. First impression.   UPARR program but with the states doing the leg […]

America’s Great Outdoors ( AGO ) First Annual Report

The AGO has released it’s first annual report.  Go to http://americasgreatoutdoors.gov/2011/10/12/americas-great-outdoors-progress-report-shows-conservation-recreation-gains-and-economic-benefits/ to read and download the report.

Rec. Trail Assn. Provide Up To Date Information on Funding and Advocacy

The American Trails organization provides persons interested in trails with the latest information to understand and know what to do as an advocate for ongoing funding for trails.  Please go to.. for this information http://www.americantrails.org/resources/fedfund/RTPreauthCRT09.html

A Summary of the Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation – AGO Recommendation

Attached is a Power Point program presented at the recent NASPD conference that shows the role of FICOR in implementing key components of the American’s Great Outdoors program..  FICOR was established through an Executive Order and was a key recommendation of the AGO. FICOR summary and update for NASPD FINAL Sep82011

The Outdoor Foundation Releases 2011 Outdoor Study

The Outdoor Foundation Releases 2011 Outdoor Recreation Participation Study Report shows recreation remains key part of American lifestyle with strong outdoor participation across geographies and encouraging trends among youth Nearly 50 percent of all Americans ages six and older participated in outdoor recreation last year, according to a new study released today by The Outdoor […]

Outdoor Nation supports LWCF by asking advocates to ” Take Congress Camping “

Outdoor Nation Grants to Defend LWCF, Clean Air and Water Courtesy of the Outdoor Industry Association When it comes to advocating for the Land and Water Conservation Fund and other federal programs that help kids enjoy the outdoors, few voices carry as much weight as those of the children themselves. With that in mind, a […]

Outdoor Industry Leader Emphasizes Stonger Advocacy for the Outdoor Recreation Industry – Cites Research

Frank Hugelmeyer, of the Outdoor Industry Association of America spoke at the 2011 State Park Director’s meeting in Custer State Park ( SD ) and showed what a portion of the national economy is driven by the outdoor industry.  He cited Association findings and other research that shows the scope of the industry within the economy, from […]

NARRP release new SCORP recommendations

At the upcoming NASORLO meeting in Wilmington, Delaware the National Association of Recreation Resource Planners will unveil the recommended changes to the State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan.  ( See Attachment )       ReframingScorp_2011 FINAL The SCORP is a five year plan that assesses the availability of outdoor recreation resources in each state and sets state priorities […]