Post on 22-Dec-2015
Federal Government
National Park ServiceSingle use – preserved in present state solely for
enjoyment of the publicNational parks, battlefields, seashores,
monuments, and historic sitesEncompass nearly 84 million acresMore than 380 national parks, battlefields,
seashores, monuments, historic sites1791 - 17 public properties acquired for
Nation’s capital - National Mall, Whitehouse grounds
More National Parks established
1832 – Hot Springs, AR removed from public domain – in 1880 it was designated a National Park
1864 – Land Grant – Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Big Tree Grove transferred to state of CA – 1906 returned to Fed Govt to be joined with Yosemite Nat’l Park
1872 – Yellowstone Nat’l Park established
US Forest Service
Multiple use – timber, range, watershed,outdoor recreation, environmental awarenessUnit of USDA
BalanceWilderness – 35 million acresOver 191 million acres of national forests and
grasslands – 18% is designated wilderness133,000 miles of trails – 7700 miles of national scenic
byways – 10,000 recreation sites incl campgrounds, picnic areas, ski areas, visitor centers
Portions of 96 wild and scenic rivers
Federal Government
Bureau of Indian Affairs1824 – Manages 54 mil acres held in trustManaging Native American landProtection, development, and training
Bureau of Land ManagementLargest federal landmass – 264 mil acresMultiple useRecreation activities and preservation
Federal Government
Bureau of Reclamation - 1902Multiple useWater related resources – Supplies power in
West Water related recreation
Tennessee Valley Authority - 1933Independent Multiple useFlood control, navigation, electric powerTN Valley - AL, GA, KY, MS, NC, TN, VA
Federal Government
US Army Corp of EngineersMultiple useProtection of natural resourcesPanama Canal
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Admin.Aquatic counterpart of NPS
Federal Government
US Fish and Wildlife ServiceSingle useConserve, protect, and enhanceObservation, photography, hunting??
National Wilderness Preservation SystemWilderness designationPrimeval characterNo improvements or signs of human habitation
Federal Government
National Wild and Scenic Rivers SystemWild riversScenic riversRecreational rivers
National Trails SystemNational scenic trailsNational historic trailsNational recreation trails
Other Federal Agencies
US Army Corps of EngineersNational Oceanic and Atmospheric AdminUS Fish and Wildlife SvcNational Wilderness Preservation SystemNational Wild and Scenic Rivers SystemNational Trails SystemNational Scenic Byways
States specify how Counties and municipalities:
Operate Rec ProgramsProvide services to communities through state officesProvide land and facilities for rec services thru state
parks, forests, nature preserves, fish/wildlife areasProvide visitor facilities(ie. Campgrounds,amphitheaters)Provide recreationists and natural resources
(health/safety standards)Establish research and educational facilitiesProvide fundingCooperate w/ fed agenciesPromote tourism Provide Rec - state hospitals, corr inst, orphans, seniors
Local Government
Boston Public GardenFredrick Olmsted—Central Park - 1853Funding issuesKamper ParkHattiesburg Zoo
Quasi-Public Recreation
No tax moneyNonprofit basisGrants, donations, fees, fundraising,
corporate sponsorship, fees for servicesMust adhere to IRS guidelinesGoals of Social or Moral Values
Quasi-Public Providers
Youth organizationsSecular Religious
Community centersArts & cultural organizationsPreservation societies
Boy Scouts of America – Founded in 1908 in England
NumberVolunteer and paidDevelop desirable character traits Good citizenship, develop mental, moral,
physical fitness through outdoor adventure and other learning experiences
Brought to America by William Boyce -1910
Girl Scouts of the USA
World’s leading organization dedicated solely to serving girls
Ages 5-17Reach individual potentialsDevelop positive personal valuesLearn to contribute to community lifeJuliette Lowe
Young Women’s Christian AssociationStarted to provide homes to young women –
merged with a prayer unionLater offered calisthenics, then sports, then a
gymEmpowerment of women through advocacySocial, cultural, and recreational activitiesMen can join, no voting rightsFocused on the needs of women
Young Men’s Christian Association
Largest nonprofit community service organization in the US
“To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy mind, spirit, and body for all.”
Links with corporate sponsorsInternational focusSports, fitness, swimming, etc
Catholic Youth Organization
Under Catholic Charities and Catholic Church
Parish priests and congregation membersTeam sports competitionsCoach is a role model
Young Men’s and Young Women’s Hebrew AssociationCombine men and womenRecreation is not primary focusCommunity-service organization
“To meet the leisure-time social, cultural, and recreational needs of its members…”
Extensive recreation programs
Private Recreation
Membership feesNonprofit/profitSocializingOperate on non-profit basis, paid
employees manage day-to-day operations, managed by BOD elected by the members
Private Providers
Sport & outdoor clubs – lavish to modestSocial clubs – ethnic, religious, political,
neighborhood, professionSpecial interest groups - NRAAdult service clubs – Kiwanis, Elks, Lions,
Veterans orgs
Commercial Providers
AudiovisualAmusement & Theme parksMalls & restaurantsCommercial campgroundsCampsTravel & Tourism
Employee Services and Recreation
Tension in the workforceIndustrial recreationFavorable social climateIncrease productivity
Goals of Morale, Welfare and Recreation(MWR) – Dept of DefensePromote job
efficiencyContribute to
military effectiveness
Assist in recruitment
Aid personnel in transitions
Promote physical, emotional, and social well-being
Constructive use of off-duty time
Provide community support programs