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Jun 30, 2009The Arizona State Parks Board is seeking motorized and non-motorized recreation, historic preservation enthusiasts and scientists from all Arizona counties to serve in an advisory capacity.ARIZONA STATE PARKS: For Immediate Release
Managing and conserving Arizona's natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people, both in our Parks and through our Partnerships. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Ellen Bilbrey at (602) 542-1996 or (602) 228-8518, or Monica Enriquez at (602) 542-6997. Contact by Email: pio(at)azstateparks.gov
State Parks is Accepting Applications for Advisory Committee Members, Deadline is September 25
(Phoenix, Arizona - June 19, 2009) - The Arizona State Parks Board is seeking motorized and non-motorized recreation, historic preservation enthusiasts and scientists from all Arizona counties to serve in an advisory capacity. The deadline for submitting an application for any of the listed advisory committees is 5 p.m., Friday, September 25, 2009.
Currently, there are 10 openings for four advisory boards including the Arizona State Committee on Trails (ASCOT), the Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (HPAC), the Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Group (OHVAG), and the Natural Areas Program Advisory Committee (NAPAC).
The Off-Highway Advisory Group (OHVAG) serves in an advisory capacity to the Arizona State Parks Board representing statewide off-highway vehicle opportunities and developing education programs that promote resource protection, social responsibility, and interagency cooperation. The Parks Board appoints members to three-year terms. There are two openings on OHVAG.
The Arizona State Committee on Trails (ASCOT) represents non-motorized trail interests and serves in an advisory capacity to the Arizona Outdoor Recreation Coordinating Commission and the Parks Board. The overall mission of the Arizona Trails Program is to promote, develop, and preserve non-motorized trail opportunities throughout the state. The Parks Board appoints members to three-year terms. There are five openings on ASCOT.
The Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (HPAC) serves in an advisory capacity to the Parks Board representing historic preservation interests throughout the state. The Parks Board appoints members to three-year terms. There are two openings on HPAC.
The Natural Areas Program Advisory Committee (NAPAC) advises the Parks Board on the expenditure of Arizona Heritage Fund monies earmarked by law for the acquisition, maintenance and operation of state natural areas. Membership in this advisory committee is limited to scientists with experience in botany, ecology, hydrology, zoology, wildlife biology; or experience in the conservation and/or preserve management fields. There are two openings on NAPAC.
To apply, download an application at azstateparks.com and mail it, with required support documents, to: Advisory Committee Coordinator, Arizona State Parks, 1300 West Washington, Phoenix, AZ 85007.
For information about Arizona State Parks call (602) 542-4174 (outside of the Phoenix metro area call toll-free (800) 285-3703) or visit the website at AZStateParks.com. State Parks is Accepting Applications for Advisory Committee Members, Deadline is September 25 - AZ Parks press release 6/19/09 [details] Arizona State Parks |
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