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Recreational Activities

National Forests and Grasslands offer a diversity of outdoor opportunities. These lands are yours - to visit, to care for, but most of all, to enjoy.

What are you waiting for? Pack up your family and friends and head for adventure in America's Great Outdoor

2007 Recreation Forums Summary Proceedings

In March and April of 2007, the American Recreation Coalition and the National Forest Foundation teamed up to convene a series of six Recreation Forums across the nation - five regional sessions followed by a national gathering in Washington, DC. Over 1200 people from across the nation with diverse backgrounds participated in the dialog sessions. To view the 24 page forum summary click here.

Recreation Facilities Review

The review team report on public participation in the Forest Service's recreation facilities planning process is available on line for viewing. This report examines growing public concern over the potential loss of recreation facilities and the importance people attach to their recreation places. Recommendations for the continuing improvement of public participation and opportunities for comment on the agency's public involvement process are included. To read the executive summary and complete report click here.

The Action Plan (24 kb pdf) derived from the Review Team Report.

Share the Experience Photo Contest

America’s Federal Recreation Lands are special places that bring people together and leave visitors enriched. From scenic vistas to diverse wildlife to historic landmarks, these lands offer a myriad of picture perfect moments to capture. Whether you’re an amateur shutter bug, a history buff, a wildlife lover or an outdoor enthusiast, get out and explore these Lands, snap some shots of their natural, scenic and historical wonders and submit your favorites to the Share the Experience Photo Contest. Among the millions of people that visit Federal Recreations Lands this year, fourteen photo enthusiasts will earn national recognition for their pictures. You could have the next winning photo to adorn the Federal Recreation Lands Pass! Other great prizes include: a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid, a trip to a federal recreation area of your choice, and more! Entry information >>>

"Lifelines"

The USDA Forest Service manages one of the worlds largest road and trail systems in partnership with FHWA-Federal Lands, States and volunteer groups. In particular the forest road network provides the American public unprecedented access to a vast array of adventure recreation travel to natures many special places. They serve as "Lifelines" into and around the National Forest System and for surrounding gateway communities. Enjoy this short trailer on the full length DVD which is scheduled to be shipped to all National Forest units in winter 2006. We wish to thank our partners in FHWA Federal Lands for the generous support to produce this film. More >>>

New Travel Management Rule

The Forest Service published a new regulation on November 9, 2005, governing off-highway vehicles and other motor vehicle use on national forests and grasslands. The new rule requires each national forest or ranger district to designate those roads, trails, and areas open to motor vehicle use.

“OHVs are fun and exciting ways to experience national forests, and we’ve seen dramatic increases in their popularity in the last decades,” said Forest Service Chief Dale Bosworth. “Land managers, working with states, counties, motorized sports enthusiasts, conservationists, local communities and others, will provide sustainable motorized recreation experiences in national forests and grasslands for the long run.” more »

National Forest Scenic Byways

National Forests and Grasslands offer a vast network of highways and roads that access the largest single adventure-travel and nature-based tourism estate in America. Visit America’s Byways to learn about touring America’s National Forest Scenic Byways this fall.
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Section Features

Activities
Recreation.Gov is your one-stop source for finding recreational opportunities on federal lands.

National Forests & Grasslands
Find a forest or grassland by Map, Name or State.

Wilderness
Places where the imprint of humans is substantially unnoticed.

Outdoor Safety
Before you travel check out these safety tips and checklists!

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Last modified November 01, 2007
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