Bamboo painted equestrian Economy large horse Stable Panel Fronts

Bamboo painted equestrian Economy large horse Stable Fronts ​

Competition for opportunities: Upon completion of this environmental compliance process, the NPS intends to issue a nationwide request for proposals (RFP) for the operation of equestrian programs as described in any FONSI or other decision document which may be prepared as an outcome of this EA process which will detail the leasing opportunity, the fair market value rent, improvements desired (as identified in the selected alternative), the operating parameters, submittal requirements and the NPS’s selection criteria. The outcomes of this planning process, the recommendations and mitigation measures of the preferred alternative will be incorporated and carried forward into this leasing opportunity. Organizations that currently operate equestrian sites within the planning area will be welcome to respond to the RFP. Components of the future leasing program will entail the following items. Long-term lease agreements: Leases will be typically 10 years in length although longer terms may be considered. These will enable commercial or non-profit equestrian organizations the proper stability for staffing, marketing, program development, and community engagement. They will enable the lessees to secure financing for business investments and any facility improvements such as are described in the alternatives in this EA, which might be required in the lease. Visitor experience and appropriate public programming: Public programming, appropriate for this national park setting and which is also consistent with applicable law, regulations, and NPS policies, will be required as a component of future equestrian operations. These programs will include public recreational and educational riding and non-riding equestrian- and Park-related opportunities at the equestrian sites and could include trail rides, youth programs/camps, and therapeutic riding, among others. Private, less public uses such as horse boarding may be considered appropriate if used as a supporting or auxiliary element in a broader, primarily public program, and will be open to all. Resource stewardship: Future operators will be required to partake in stewardship programs and activities which encourage environmental sustainability and resource protection. Best Management Practices as described in this Plan (see Appendix B) will be required in the leases. Financial sustainability: The NPS will be seeking lessees who are financially capable, through relevant experience and a sound business plan, of not only operating but maintaining and improving the equestrian sites. Some sites and facilities may require substantial investment to rehabilitate or otherwise improve leased property. The NPS may also choose to make its own investment in a site, not implement the site, or operate the site, but this would be determined at a later date following the RFP process. Single or Multiple Lessees: Operational efficiencies will be sought by the NPS in the implementation of this leasing effort to ensure efficient management and oversight of equestrian operations in the Park. To do this and to ensure financial sustainability, the NPS intends to have only one lessee per site and may consolidate multiple or all equestrian sites under one lease.

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