Encourage “” and “Leave No Trace” travel and camping techniques.

Adopt measures to increase visitor responsibility for campfire etiquette and to reduce proliferation of campfire rings.

Implement procedures for systematic monitoring of all sites developed or authorized for public visitation. Restrict visitor access or group tours if necessary to prevent any damage from visitor use.

Determine specific areas where comprehensive site assessments would be initiated to do determine existing physical and social impacts of recreation activities, to define desired conditions and standards, and to establish monitoring plans to manage camping and other uses.

Develop and maintain partnerships, and identify cooperative and sustainable recreation and tourism-based economic opportunities with nearby communities.

Develop and maintain partnerships with local clubs and organizations to help maintain and monitor motorized and non-motorized trails.

Post applicable toll-free phone numbers on kiosks, maps, brochures, permits, and other public outreach conveyances to keep the public involved in reporting emergencies and criminal activities, including damage to resources.

Require that holders of Special Recreation Permits (SRP s) give site visitors suitable educational information on archaeological site etiquette and resource conservation.

SRP applicants will be strongly encouraged to have a working knowledge of Leave No Trace and principles. Additionally, applicants will be asked to incorporate Leave No Trace and principles into their tour, program, or event activities.

Allow cultural and natural resource interpretation signs and facilities where needed for visitor enjoyment or resource protection. Interpretive developments must be compatible with recreation management objectives, desired recreation settings, and VRM standards.

Pursue interpretation and environmental educational opportunities, outreach development, and implementation of on-site and off-site programs for adults and children.

Develop school curricula focusing on the BLM’s mission with staffs from schools, school districts, and other learning institutions.

Pursue multicultural interpretation and environmental education opportunities, outreach, development, and implementation of programs for adults and children. Apply learning modalities and incorporate various learning styles in program design and delivery. Encourage the use of multiple intelligence or other theories for program presentations.

Support existing educational and interpretive programs and initiatives such as Project Archaeology, Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly, Project Learning Tree, and other proven national, State, regional, and local programs.

Develop websites and distribute brochures, maps, access guides, and information sheets to provide information on recreational opportunities, interpreted sites, resource protection, designated trails and travel routes, safe travel, and safe shooting practices.

Continue to work with the Black Canyon Trail Coalition and other groups to build and maintain the trail. Engage motorized vehicle organizations and other interested groups to build and maintain a parallel motorized route.

Engage a diverse group of stakeholders in a collective effort to conserve the scenery, open space, and recreation values of the Black Canyon SRMA. Promote citizen involvement and partnerships as an integral component to the SRMA management. Empower community workgroups to carry out stewardship and resource management activities.

Collaborate with the AGFD , Prescott and Tonto National Forests, Maricopa and Yavapai Counties, Lake Pleasant Regional Park, and land managers of other trails to link to trails on BLM’s land.

Develop and implement collaborative management partnerships with the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department and the communities to share recreation management of the SRMA areas within Maricopa County. These efforts will ensure consistent management across boundaries, where appropriate; maintain open space to provide a natural gateway into Maricopa County; and facilitate completion of the Maricopa County Regional Trails System Plan.

Develop a long-term Black Canyon Hiking and Equestrian Trails master plan within 2 years of plan approval. Define proposed trail alignments, trailheads, linking trails, and other alignments within 1 year of plan approval.

Intensively manage all recreation uses with a significant BLM ground presence by using signing, facilities, law enforcement, and volunteers.

Establish a citizen, government, and organization-based partnership to guide management of the SRMA, including community groups, the City of Peoria, Maricopa and Yavapai Counties, user groups, and other interested parties.

Work closely with law enforcement authorities with the Arizona Game and Fish Department, Yavapai County, Maricopa County, City of Peoria, and other agencies with jurisdiction to enhance visitor and resident safety, improve resource protection, and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Establish a working group to provide recommendations for managing the SRMA, including community groups, the Town of Wickenburg, Maricopa County, civic organizations, user groups, and other interested parties.

Complete a comprehensive strategy and trails plan to select and develop new single- and multi-use hiking, equestrian, and OHV trails for all lands in the Wickenburg Community RMZ.

Revise the existing Red Top Trail Project Plan, in cooperation with the local community and interested user groups, to expand the non-motorized Red Top Trail network. The revised plan would address actions to meet the high demand for non-motorized recreation.

Establish partnerships with the Town of Wickenburg, Yavapai County, and community groups to pursue management endeavors in this area. Such endeavors include developing and implementing a site plan to guide recreation use.

Create a volunteer service and community partnership program to aid in visitor outreach efforts and organize community cleanup efforts.

Develop and conduct monitoring as facilities are built or designated so that suitable use limits can be set for picnic areas and campsites.

Develop a site management and interpretation plan for the Vulture City Cemetery.

Work with citizen volunteer groups to complete a comprehensive strategy and trails plan for selecting and developing new single- and multi-use hiking, equestrian, and OHV trails for all lands in the SRMA. Collaborate with the Arizona Game & Fish Department, Prescott National Forest, Yavapai County, Yavapai County Trails Association, and land managers of other trails. Complete this master plan within 2 years of RMP approval.

Establish a citizens’ working group to help with trail and facility sites, designs, and management. Develop a Black Canyon Trail management and partnership plan with community and citizen input in conjunction with the Black Canyon Trail Plan for the Black Canyon SRMA. Within one year of plan approval, define proposed trail alignments, trailheads, linking trails, and other alignments.