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Management Options
Even if resources are significant, suitable, and
feasible additions to the system, there may be alternatives to National
Park Service management. Studies of potential new park units evaluate
management alternatives that may include:
- continued management by state or local governments,
Indian tribes, private entities, or other federal agencies;
- technical or financial assistance from established
programs or special projects;
- management by others as designated a national
historic landmark, national natural landmark, a national scenic
river, a national trail, a biosphere reserve, a state or local
park, or some other specially designated and protected area; or
- cooperative management between the National
Park Service and other entities.
Alternatives involving other federal agencies
include designation of federal lands as wilderness, areas of critical
environmental concern, national conservation areas, national recreation
areas, marine or estuarine sanctuaries, and national wildlife refuges.
Additions to the national park system will not usually be recommended
if another arrangement can provide adequate protection and opportunity
for public enjoyment.
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