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February 2006 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 2006 Transportation Conference PARTNERSHIPS & America’s Byways

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 2006 Transportation Conference. PARTNERSHIPS & America’s Byways. The National Scenic Byways Program- a brief overview. Distinctive collection of roads that each embody one of six intrinsic qualities - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Page 1: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 2006 Transportation Conference

February 2006

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service2006 Transportation Conference

PARTNERSHIPS&

America’s Byways

Page 2: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 2006 Transportation Conference

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

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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

Page 4: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 2006 Transportation Conference

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

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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