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Join us in exploring the diverse recreational experiences available on Colorado's public lands! Our program, led by Deputy State Director Linda Anania, focuses on key objectives to improve the quality of life for visitors. From horseback riding and hiking to biking and off-roading, there's an adventure for everyone. We aim to balance sustainable tourism with community collaboration while ensuring public health and safety. With over 5.8 million visitors annually, we strive to enhance services and accessibility through partnerships and effective management strategies.
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BLM Recreation Program: Awesome Public Land Linda Anania, Deputy State Director for Resources, Planning & Fire BLM Colorado February 27, 2008
On horseback… Hiking…
Biking… 4-wheeling, at 81!
Recreation Strategy Objectives • Objective 1: Manage Public Lands for Recreation Experiences and Quality of Life • Objective 2: Encourage Sustainable Travel/Tourism Collaboration with Gateway Communities • Objective 3: Provide Fair Value and Fair Return through Fees and Commercial Services
Recreation Strategy Objectives • Objective 4: Establish a Comprehensive Approach to Travel Planning and Management • Objective 5: Ensure Public Health and Safety and Improve Facility Condition and Accessibility • Objective 6: Enhance and Expand Visitor Services, Including Interpretation, Information and Education • Objective 7: Encourage and Sustain Collaborative Partnerships, Volunteers and Public Service
Recreation Fees in Colorado • BLM has over 5.8 million visitors annually • BLM collected nearly $190,000 in 2007 under Recreation Enhancement Act authority, in order to: • Operate, maintain, and reconstruct • Provide interpretive programs • Provide additional trail patrols