thursday 11 february 2010eric vandegenachte state health dept & state parks: natural partners
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Thursday 11 February 2010 Eric VanDeGenachte
State Health Dept & State Parks:
Natural Partners
Department of Natural ResourcesParks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
PresentationThursday 11 February 2010
Eric VanDeGenachte
Department of Natural ResourcesParks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division
Why write a SCORP?
Georgia Code 12-3-1 requires DNR to:
• Appraise recreational needs
• Assist local governments in recreational planning
• Promote recreation institutes and conferences
• Help establish and promote recreation standards
• Submit report to Governor and notify Legislature
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF):
• SCORP is required to maintain eligibility for federal funds from the LWCF
• SCORP must be updated every five years; current plan expires 2007
• LWCF grants help state & local governments acquire, redevelop and rehabilitate outdoor recreation facilities and resources
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What is SCORP?
Statewide
Comprehensive
Outdoor
Recreation
Plan
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SCORP Team
Georgia DNR contracted with the University of Georgia to develop SCORP:
• Fanning Institute (project management)• Carl Vinson Institute (surveys)• Institute of Ecology (Inventory / GIS mapping) • Warnell School of Forestry, Natural Resources & Tourism
(trends analysis / benchmarking)
Funding for SCORP was provided by:• Georgia DNR - PRHSD & WRD Divisions• Georgia Recreation & Park Association• Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites• Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
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SCORP Partners
Georgia DNR - PRHSD, WRD, CRD divisions Georgia Dept. of Community Affairs Georgia Dept. of Econ. Development/Tourism Georgia Dept. of Human Resources (Public Health) University of Georgia Association County Commissioners of Georgia Georgia Municipal Association Georgia Conservancy Georgia Wildlife Federation Georgia Recreation & Park Association Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites
And more…
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Vision
Healthier, more sustainable Georgia
Abundant, protected natural resources
Responsive, accessible recreation opportunities
Thriving and sustainable communities
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Table of Contents
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Data-Driven Decision Making
Comprehensive inventory of local, state & federal outdoor recreation and conservation resources
Trends and benchmarks analysis
Statistically valid public opinion survey covering state regions and demographics
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Grass Roots Public Involvement
Seven town hall meetings across the state
Online website comment
Multiple focus and stakeholder groups
Multiple speaking engagements
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Stakeholder & Focus Groups
Multiple Focus Groups... 3 simple
questions resulted in
great depth of understanding
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DHR: Nutrition & Physical Activity Plan
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Case Studies
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Trends Affecting Outdoor Recreation
Rapid urbanization & loss of greenspace
Significant demographic transitions
Obesity epidemic & declining public health
Diminished conservation ethic
Local communities want economic growth
Growing support for outdoor recreation
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Georgia’s Explosive Growth
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Identified Action Items for Partners
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Identified Action Items for Partners
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A direct outcome of SCORP:
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Objectives of GOGa
Educate & inspire Georgians to “Get Out. Get Dirty. Get Fit.”
Resonate with individuals, kids & families Actively engage health & human services
providers to partner with park & recreation agencies
Work on both state & local levels
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State Parks Recreation “Challenge”
Clubs
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Outdoor Activity Calorie Counter Guide
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Partnering with the Georgia State Library System to make ParkPasses available at every
public library in the State.
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A Good FitWorking to make Georgia healthier, more fit!
Your Park System Here?
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Healthy Georgia & National Model
A continuing PRHSD initiative to foster an interest in health awareness, fitness and outdoor recreation
Provides structured recreation activities and events in a safe, natural environment, to facilitate fitness and healthy living in Georgia's great outdoors, especially at state parks
Launched last June to coincide with National Great Outdoors Month and a Governor's proclamation for ”Georgia Great Outdoors Month”
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National Partnership Declaration
National Association of State Park Directors National Park Service
National Recreation and Park Association
The Crisis:Physical inactivity and lack of contact with nature among our youth and
families are becoming increasingly recognized as contributing to a national health crisis that can manifest itself in child obesity and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
The Goal:To see this nation's children and their families again fully participate in
outdoor recreation activities and rediscovering their natural and cultural heritage while enhancing their fitness and health.
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Outdoor Recreation Resource Group Report - Presented to Congress July 2009"Both children and adults are struggling with obesity & health related problems....must come together now
Outdoor Recreation, Health and Wellness - Understanding and Enhancing the RelationshipGeoffery Godfrey, May 2009• Need for consistent metrics & standard protocols• How to manage outdoor recreation for healthy outcomes?
Health Impact Project-Demonstration projects that demonstrate effectiveness of Health Impact Assessments (HIA) and promote their incorporation into local, state, tribal and federal decision-making.
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ACHIEVE Healthy Communities Grant - (CDC)3-year grant program that empowers local communities with funding, tools and strategies to implement & sustain policies, systems and environmental changes in chronic disease prevention & health promotion.
U.S. Domestic Policy Council "Healthy Kid's Initiative •Working group to develop a comprehensive strategy for the treatment & prevention of the health issues confronting America's children•Childhood Obesity Demonstration Project•Community-based health initiatives•President's Council on Physical Fitness & Sports
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Thank you!georgiastateparks.org/scorp
Eric VanDeGenachteGeorgia State Parks, Recreation
& Historic Sites Division
404.323.7333
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GA Park & Historic Site System
45 state parks
3 state historic parks
15 state historic sites
84,000 acres/ 3,900 buildings
9 golf courses
375 cottages
55 group shelters
41 campgrounds/2,400+ sites
14 group camps/lodges
8 lodges/conference centers
530 + miles of hiking, biking, nature, canoeing/kayaking &
equestrian trails