Agency Insights: Collaboration and Access in Outdoor Recreation

Start Date
02/05/2025
End Date
02/05/2027
Description
Explore the agency perspective on facilitated recreation and its role in public land management with insights from Kristin Kahler and Elizabeth Whitt of the U.S. Forest Service. This session delves into the importance of collaboration between land management agencies and outdoor facilitators to ensure safe, equitable, and high-quality visitor experiences. Gain a deeper understanding of how partnerships support access to outdoor spaces, mitigate challenges such as overcrowding, and promote stewardship and sustainability. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies for working effectively with agencies to strengthen outdoor programming and enhance public access to natural spaces.
Distance Learning
Yes
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Parks & Recreation
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
1.0
Learning Outcomes
To be able to identify at least 3 different ways the USDA Forest Service provides access to recreation on public lands
To understand how the USDA Forest Service is taking steps to modernize and improve efficiency in our permitting processes
To understand how Agency partnerships and relationships increase access to recreation opportunities
To be able to identify at least 2 actionable strategies partners can take to better align with agency processes and goals
Instructors
Rachel Franchina, Executive Director, Society of Outdoor Recreation Professionals
Course Codes
Provider
American Trails


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