February 2006 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 2006 Transportation Conference PARTNERSHIPS & America’s Byways
Feb 25, 2016
February 2006
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service2006 Transportation Conference
PARTNERSHIPS&
America’s Byways
February 2006
The National Scenic Byways Program- a brief overview
– Distinctive collection of roads that each embody one of six intrinsic qualities• Natural; historic; recreational; archeological;
cultural; scenic – State and national designations– Non prescriptive– Grassroots program
February 2006
Working with Byway Groups• Byway groups are grassroots
in nature- many different players.
• Byway groups are encouraged to partner for their projects.
• Byway groups can apply for National Scenic Byway’s grants, Transportation Enhancement Grants or other related federal funding sources
February 2006
Byway Projects•Corridor management plans•Interpretive media and facilities•Visitor capacity studies•Trails and pathways•Wayfinding•Marketing and promotional materials•Preservation efforts•Visitor facilities
February 2006
Who to Contact• www.bywaysonline.org • State Coordinator• Byway Leader• Byway Marketing Contact• FHWA National Scenic
Byways Program Staff• America’s Byways Resource
Center