Arkansas § 15-11-705 - Wildlife Observation Trails — Development.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 15-11-705 — Wildlife Observation Trails — Development., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-11-705. Wildlife Observation Trails — Development.
To accept a wildlife observation trail into the Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program and be eligible to receive grant moneys under this subchapter, the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism shall require that the wildlife observation trail: Meet the criteria established by the department after consultation with the Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program Advisory Board of the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism. The criteria shall include without limitation: A right-of-way or easement for public use for a minimum period of ten (10) years; Trail operation and maintenance by a responsible organization for a minimum period of ten (10) years; Adherence to state trails standards and guidelines for the trail type designated; Location and design of the wildlife observation trail so that it is optimally attractive for wildlife observation; Readiness of the wildlife observation trail for public use; and Proper marking and signing; Conform to goals established in the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan or the Arkansas Trails Plan; and Promote tourism and economic development. When designating the grant recipients that are eligible for moneys under this subchapter, the department shall give more consideration to the location and design of a wildlife observation trail that: Is assessed to be a tourism attraction; Promotes economic development; Is designed to have particular appeal to youths for optimal wildlife observation; and Is designed to provide access for hunting or fishing activities.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 15-11-705
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 15-11-705 cover?
Section 15-11-705 ("Wildlife Observation Trails — Development.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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