2014 STATEWIDE COMPREHENSIVE OUTDOOR RECREATION PLAN

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1 2014 STATEWIDE COMPREHENSIVE OUTDOOR RECREATION PLAN

2 SUSTAINING COLORADO S OUTDOOR RECREATION FUTURE

3 SECTION 1: INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION

4 WHAT IS THE SCORP? The SCORP update is required every five years for Colorado to maintain eligibility for federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) allocations. A central goal of the SCORP is to identify outdoor recreation trends, needs, and issues that will help direct each state s use of its LWCF apportionment, which is allocated annually by Congress.

5 SCORP PURPOSE Inventory outdoor recreation supply and demand Recommend strategies to maintain and improve Colorado s outdoor recreation heritage Support local and statewide initiatives guiding the long-term maintenance and enhancement of outdoor recreation resources Allows for strategic allocation of limited funds

6 Public Input via Public Survey Public Review and Comment DNR Review Governor Signature & Approval CPW Commission Presentation Submit SCORP to NPS for Approval TIMELINE We are here! Kickoff Meeting Advisory Group Meetings Data Collection and Inventory Convene Internal Planning Team -CPW Planning & Policy Staff- 1) Local Government Survey (Complete) 2) Public Survey and Summary (in Progress) 3) Outdoor Recreational Trends (in Progress) 4) Outdoor Recreation Providers (Draft Complete) Draft 2014 SCORP Final 2014 SCORP SCORP Implementation Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Dec 2012 Jan 2014

7 VISION SCORP Vision- Outdoor recreation is a fundamental component of Colorado s economy and quality of life. Outdoor recreation is more than just an activity; it is a conduit for people of all walks of life to connect to the outdoors and enjoy healthy, active lifestyles. The 2014 SCORP, in collaboration with Colorado s varied outdoor recreation partners, establishes cohesive strategies to balance a variety of recreational needs and sustainably manage the state s outdoor heritage for current and future generations.

8 SECTION 2: OUTDOOR RECREATION PARTNERS AND PROVIDERS

9 SECTION 2: PARTNERS/PROVIDERS Roles and importance of major recreation providers in Colorado, including: federal, state and local agencies, nonprofit groups, funding providers, open space and land trust organizations, private outdoor recreation providers.

10 SECTION 2: PARTNERS/PROVIDERS These entities play a unique and vital role in supporting diverse outdoor recreation experiences, and account for much of the recreation supply within our state. There are nearly 30 million acres of public land in Colorado General Ownership Acres Percentage Federal 24,886, % State 3,237, % Local 349, % Land Trust/NGO 146, % Private Protected 1,284, % Private 36,714, % Total 66,619,463

11 SECTION 2: PARTNERS/PROVIDERS Approximately 45 percent of the total state land area is public and, of this land, 83 percent is open to outdoor recreation pursuits (approximately 36 percent of the entire state).

12 SECTION 3: OUTDOOR RECREATION TRENDS

13 SECTION 3: OUTDOOR REC TRENDS Information on the overall demand for outdoor recreation in Colorado, as well as a comparison of statewide trends to some of the broader, national trends 2013 Public Participation Survey on Outdoor Recreation in Colorado looks regionally at participation and the location of those activities Demographic trends Youth, Barriers and Motivations

14 Top 10 by % of Population Participating and Activity Days PUBLIC SURVEY 90% of Coloradans participated in outdoor recreation in Colorado in the past year. Activity % Population Rank # Activity Days Rank by Days Walking 66.3% 1 Hiking/Backpacking 51.9% 2 Picnicking 37.1% 3 Fishing 36.4% 4 Tent camping 35.6% 5 Skiing or snowboarding at a ski area 33.5% 6 Jogging/Running (outdoors) 30.8% 7 Swimming (outdoors) 30.2% 8 Road biking 27.2% 9 Playground activities 22.3% ,861,714 47,600,791 17,312,343 26,411,408 14,158,319 14,546,563 46,888,810 17,662,875 32,772,438 26,516,

15 PUBLIC SURVEY % CO Population All Trail Activities (including walking/jogging) 82.9% All Water Activities 57.3% All Winter Activities 50.4% All Wildlife Activities 29.4%

16 PUBLIC SURVEY

17 SECTION 4: ECONOMIC IMPACTS

18 SECTION 4: ECONOMIC IMPACTS Outdoor Recreation Annual Contributions: $21 billion in direct expenditures $34.5 billion economic output $19.9 billion to GDP of Colorado 313,000 jobs $4.9 billion in local, state and federal taxes

19 SECTION 4: ECONOMIC IMPACTS Total Economic Contribution of Outdoor Recreation in Colorado, by Region (dollar values in millions) Northwe st North Central Metro Northea st Southea st South Central Southw est State Output $9,284 $8,295 $3,630 $385 $1,053 $4,142 $2,173 $34,514 Salaries & Wages $3,355 $2,940 $1,460 $116 $324 $1,344 $714 $12,431 GDP Contribution $5,432 $4,734 $2,216 $204 $580 $2,282 $1,242 $19,931 State/Local Taxes $697 $582 $259 $34 $97 $341 $182 $2,404 Federal Taxes $718 $619 $295 $25 $70 $258 $148 $2,546 Jobs 91,822 78,521 34,057 4,528 12,705 47,017 24, ,404

20 SECTION 4: ECONOMIC IMPACTS Jobs Supported by Outdoor Recreation in Colorado Regions 100,000 91,822 80,000 78,521 60,000 40,000 20, ,017 34,057 24,568 12,705 4,528 Northwest North Central Metro Northeast Southeast South Central Southwest

21 SECTION 5: STATEWIDE PRIORITY AREAS

22 PRIORITY AREAS Outdoor Education Funding and Financial Sustainability Integration of Outdoor Recreation Interests Healthy Lifestyles and Communities Stewardship

23 SECTION 6: STRATEGIC PLAN

24 OUTDOOR REC EDUCATION Goal #1: Instill and improve outdoor recreation literacy across Colorado Definition: Outdoor Recreation Literacy- Greater understanding of the state s natural and outdoor recreation resources, expanded participation in outdoor recreation, and knowledge of its benefits and contributions to Colorado s high quality of life resulting in the ability to make informed decisions regarding outdoor recreation.

25 OUTDOOR REC EDUCATION Objective 1: Common messaging. Objective 2: Increase awareness and access. Objective 3: Enhance knowledge and appreciation.

26 FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY Goal #2: The ability to provide or access quality outdoor recreation opportunities in Colorado s natural landscape is not limited by funding.

27 FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY Objective 1: Quantify existing funding gaps/needs within each region. Objective 2: Maintain public funding at existing levels. Objective 3: Convene a Statewide Outdoor Recreation Funding Coalition. Objective 4: Promote the connection between outdoor recreation and economic benefits.

28 INTEGRATION Goal #3: Strengthen the outdoor recreation community and maximize outdoor recreational opportunities through greater integration of user groups, natural resource interest groups and other outdoor recreation stakeholders.

29 INTEGRATION Objective 1: Better understand, plan, and account for the changing preferences of a diversifying and growing population. Objective 2: Seek commonalities and unify the outdoor recreational community around common interests. Objective 3: Promote cooperation, coordination, and partnerships. Objective 4: Build on shared interests to promote a conservation ethic and sustainable recreation.

30 HEALTHY COMMUNITIES Goal #4: Promote healthy lifestyles by creating opportunities to connect youth and families to the outdoors and amplify access.

31 HEALTHY COMMUNITIES Objective 1: Increase close-to-home and readilyaccessible outdoor recreation opportunities. Objective 2: Award participation in the outdoors with incentives. Objective 3: Foster prescription for parks programs statewide. Objective 4: Expand youth access to outdoor recreation and trails through partnerships with schools, parks, and transportation groups.

32 STEWARDSHIP Goal #5: Increase the capacity of land managers to effectively maintain and manage natural resources and recreation infrastructure through a shared understanding and commitment to stewardship.

33 STEWARDSHIP Objective 1: Coordinate natural resource stewardship at local, regional, and state levels. Objective 2: Expand volunteer capacity and volunteerism. Objective 3: Support and expand opportunities. Objective 4: Continue efforts to prepare for and mitigate impacts on Colorado s natural resources.

34 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

35 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Local Government Survey on Issues Related to Outdoor Recreation Outdoor Recreation Economic Impacts Report Outdoor Recreation Public Participation Survey Urban Youth Focus Group Report Wetlands Report Contact Information on Outdoor Recreation Agencies, Providers, Associations and other Partners

36 IMPLEMENTATION

37 THANK YOU!

38 PUBLIC SURVEY 40 M Figure 9. Total Trail Activity Days 35 M 30 M 25 M 20 M 15 M 10 M 5 M M Northwest North Central Metro Northeast Southeast South Central Southwest

39 PUBLIC SURVEY 9 M Figure 10. Total Water Activity Days 8 M 7 M 6 M 5 M 4 M 3 M 2 M 1 M M Northwest North Central Metro Northeast Southeast South Central Southwest

40 PUBLIC SURVEY Figure 12. Total Wildlife Related Activity Days 5 M 4 M 3 M 2 M 1 M Northwest North Central Metro Northeast Southeast South Central Southwest M