The National Park Service Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance program extends and expands the benefits of the National Park Service to communities throughout the nation.

When a community asks for assistance with a project through our application, National Park Service staff provide free, on-location facilitation and planning expertise. We draw from project experiences across the country and adapt best practices to a community's specific needs.

Our staff help:

• Define project vision and goals
• Inventory and map community resources
• Identify and analyze key issues and opportunities
• Engage collaborative partners and stakeholders
• Design community outreach and participation strategies
• Develop concept plans for trails, parks, and natural areas
• Set priorities and build consensus
• Identify funding sources
• Develop a sustainable organizational framework to support the project

Please contact the regional program manager below to discuss the proposed project and current application process.