Black Canyon National Recreation Trail April 2013

BCNRT Roots 1969: Designated as the Black Canyon Trails Area for recreational use 1987: The trail corridor was formally dedicated as the Black Canyon Trail, a non-motorized trail

How Did Change Start? The public wanted trails –They were already using existing roads and pathways for recreation Potentially dangerous conditions –Trail user conflicts were increasing as trail use increased

Challenges Who to talk to Meaningful communication Obtaining agreement and commitment Follow-up action Patience

Who Was Involved? From the public –Equestrians From the agency –Recreation planners –Supporting staff

Results of Collaboration The agency (BLM) agreed change was needed and took action The equestrian group worked with the BLM to build single track

Other Federal Agencies Organizational structure is similar –U.S. Forest Service and National Park Service have recreation planners, District Rangers and managers

States, Counties and Cities These have parks and recreation departments Meet with county Supervisors and the city council

What About Private Property? You must deal with property owner Considerations: –Easement –Liability

Solicit Support Chambers of Commerce Trail related businesses Civic organizations Trail user groups

Use, Respect and Enjoy The Black Canyon National Recreation Trail