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

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Canyon National Recreation

Trailwww.Bctaz.org