parkmanagement
Park management is the planning, governance, and day-to-day operation of parks and protected areas. It seeks to protect ecological integrity while providing recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities for the public. Park management spans municipal, regional, national, and private parks and often involves cooperation among government agencies, non-government organizations, communities, and Indigenous groups.
Governance and planning: Management is usually guided by a master plan or management plan that sets resource
Operations and maintenance: Core activities include trail maintenance, facilities management, sanitation, water supply, signage, accessibility, safety
Programs and interpretation: Parks offer educational programs, guided tours, interpretive signage, and visitor centers. Partnerships with
Resource protection and sustainability: Conservation of biodiversity and cultural resources is central, with habitat restoration, invasive
Finance and governance models: Park funding combines public budgets, user fees, concessions, grants, and philanthropy. Governance
Challenges and evaluation: Parks face balancing access with conservation, funding shortages, growing visitation, and maintenance costs.