Federal Lands to Parks
Through the Federal Lands to Parks (FLP) Program, the National Park Service transfers surplus federal land to communities, generally at no cost, for public park and recreation use. By acquiring property through this program, the applicant promises to commit the funds necessary to properly develop, operate, and maintain the property for public park and recreational use in perpetuity. It may be developed for single, or multiple, recreational activities - such as hiking, biking, camping, swimming, boating, tennis, golf, and participating in organized sports. If appropriate, the land may remain undeveloped for passive recreational use as long as it is open to the public. For specific information about the Federal Lands to Parks Program in Idaho, Oregon and Washington, contact Gloria Shinn or Michael Linde. Please visit the national website for general information.

Wild & Scenic Rivers
The Wild and Scenic River Act of 1968 established a national system of rivers and river segments that are designated based on their 'outstandingly remarkable' resource values. Congress directs and funds the study of specific rivers for eligibility and suitability for inclusion in the national system and then considers their designation. RTCA staff often participate in conducting these river studies. Wild & Scenic River designation does not require federal ownership of land or federal management responsibilities. Under some circumstances, a river or river segment may be designated at the request of a State Governor. For specific information on Wild & Scenic Rivers in Idaho, Oregon and Washington, contact Susan Roseborough or Michael Linde. Please visit the national website for general information.

National Recreation Trails
In 1968, the National Trails System Act established a framework for a national system of three types of trails. National Scenic Trails and National Historic Trails require Congressional designation and are administered by federal agencies identified in the specific legislation establishing each trail. National Recreation Trails (NRTs), created to recognize exemplary trails of local and regional significance, are managed by either private organizations or public agencies at the local, state, and federal level but do not require Congressional designation. RTCA staff process applications from a trail's managers for NRT designation by the Secretary of Interior. We also may provide support to NRTs with an array of benefits that include promotion, technical assistance, networking, and access to funding, such as the Challenge Cost Share Program (CCSP). To learn more about NRTs in the states of Idaho, Oregon and Washington, contact Sue Abbott or Michael Linde. Please visit the national website for general information.