The document summarizes the scope and process for updating the recreation management plan for Shuswap Lake and surrounding areas. It will focus on water-based recreation and evaluate the economic, environmental and social dimensions. The plan will include a current state analysis report, the management plan itself, and public consultation. It outlines a two-phase process to complete a situational analysis, gather public input, and prepare a draft and final recreation management plan. Key issues addressed will include recreational conflicts, access, environmental impacts, safety, and infrastructure needs.
2. SLIPP Recreation Management Plan Scope
Scope
§ Water based – focus primarily on lakes and up tributaries where significant activities take
place.
§ Area – Shuswap, Little Shuswap, Mara and Adams lakes (linkages with NORD
Sustainability Plan)
§ Framework will evaluate economic, environmental and social dimensions of recreation
Deliverables:
§ Current State Analysis of Recreation in the Shuswap Report
§ Recreation Management Plan
§ Consultation and outreach with SC, PAC, TT and public
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3. Proposed Project Plan
PHASE I - Complete Situational Analysis
A. Compile & Review Secondary Information
i. Complete Draft of Situational Analysis Report
ii. Identify and map known geo-referenced recreational assets
iii. Review best lake based recreation management practices
B. Complete Gap Analysis
C. Undertake Primary Research
i. Complete mapping
ii. Confirm recreational use issues; identify community values
iii. Identify current recreational use patterns during high season
D. Present Findings to SLIPP Steering Committee (SC), Public
Advisory Committees (PACs), and Technical Teams (TTs)
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4. Proposed Project Plan
PHASE II - Prepare Recreation Management Plan (RMP)
A. Prepare Preliminary RMP
B. Review Preliminary RMP with SC, PAC & TT
C. Revise Draft and Prepare Final RMP
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12. Recreation Management Issues
§ Recreational conflicts in high use areas § Water quality
§ Lake Access § Safety
§ Noise § Health
§ Waste management § C & E
§ Infrastructure § Cultural resource protection
§ Habitat destruction
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