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Celebrating 60 years! THE NRPA GOLD MEDAL FOR BEST-MANAGED STATE PARKS IN THE COUNTRY! 2016-2017 Annual Report A golden year... Words from the Governor... is a state with boundless opportunities. We have seen real accomplishments that improve the quality of life for all Arizonans, and we have a clear promise of what the future holds. Arizona State Parks & Trails is part of this promise. They are a vibrant and stable community asset that has made an incredible transformation in the last three years.

ASPT is reinvesting in our future with economic development in rural areas, all while conserving and protecting our natural

and recreational assets. With each success comes a renewed Park State Ranch Dead Horse commitment to sustain and promote the hidden gems around the state that truly showcase the opportunity within Arizona. YOUR STATE PARKS AND TRAILS

Arizona Governor Doug A. Ducey ARIZONA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

FROM THE REGIONS WESTERN REGION SOUTHERN REGION NORTHERN REGION Words from the Director... PARTNER PARKS Last year, I said that our goal was to win the Gold Medal for best TRI-PARTITE AGREEMENT PARK managed state park system in the nation. This year, I’m proud to say that we did it! We accomplished an incredible transformation over the past several years, and we are now the best managed COMMUNITY-BUILDING PROGRAMS Celebrating state park system in the U.S.! We continue to make great strides to improving and upgrading our parks, and people are noticing. We truly have something for everyone, and our efforts behind the AWARDS & RECOGNITION 60 years scenes have created processes and partnerships that will continue to move us forward. I personally invite you to visit, volunteer or MANAGING THE MONEY Arizona state follow us on social media to be a part of your Arizona State Parks parks & Trails & Trails. SUCCESS THROUGH PARTNERSHIP

Executive Director Sue Black SUCCESS THROUGH COLLABORATION

LOOKING TOWARD THE FUTURE 1 your state parks and trails OUR MISSION... “Managing and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of the people, both in our parks and through our partners.” WHAT WE DO... OUR VISION... “We are the steward of the “Arizona State Parks & natural, cultural, and recreational Trails is indispensable resources throughout the state at to the economies, our 35 state parks. communities, and environments of We strive to preserve, enhance, Arizona.” and protect these assets while promoting the rich history of our state and the many ways to explore, learn, and enjoy. Our Colorado River parks not only create economic impact, but they also encourage a healthy lifestyle and a sense KEY of wonder for visitors and residents.” Arizona Peace Trail Arizona West/East Trail Great Western Trail 2 Arizona Backcountry Discovery Trail Arizona Management System As part of the Arizona Management System (AMS) process, ASPT completes a form that captures and shares a comprehensive overview of breakthrough projects. The template follows a plan-do-act-check cycle and provides project rationale, supporting data, progress updates and accountability for progress.

Breakthrough goal: To increase visitation by 5 percent or from 2,681,704 to 2,815,789 total visitors by June 30, 2017. TOTAL VISITATION: 2.94 MILLION

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Fiscal Year 2017 Agency Performance Chart

Performance Metric Title Custom Field JOP YTD July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb March April May June Breakthrough Metrics Target 5% 7/1/16 Target 2,815,789 281,579 225,263 197,105 197,105 168,947 140,789 197,105 253,421 366,053 309,738 253,421 225,263 [#2] Visitation Actual + 4% 2,681,704 Actual 2,941,539 282,570 184,610 189,362 231,695 196,659 146,713 195,071 259,939 394,715 334,438 274,275 251,492 Operational / Sustainment Metrics [#3] Revenue Target 3% 7/1/16 Target $16,661,946 $1,410,501 $1,202,605 $1,165,217 $1,172,923 $957,601 $911,864 $1,530,145 $1,902,994 $2,060,983 $1,620,104 $1,413,803 $1,313,205 Actual + 7% $16,176,647 Actual $17,895,958 $1,538,569 $1,244,079 $1,206,576 $1,439,552 $1,186,962 $1,083,583 $1,388,607 $1,833,550 $2,183,426 $1,833,614 $1,562,994 $1,394,448 [#4] Online Reservation Usage Target 58% 7/1/16 Target 58% 65% 60% 58% 57% 56% 51% 54% 57% 60% 59% 61% 58% Actual 0% 57% Actual 58% 65% 59% 58% 56% 58% 54% 51% 56% 61% 62% 61% 57% [#5] Occupancy Rate Target 41% 7/1/16 Target 41% 26% 19% 27% 41% 42% 29% 46% 66% 74% 53% 39% 27% Actual + 3% 41% Actual 44% 27% 20% 31% 44% 45% 45% 49% 67% 75% 61% 39% 27% [#6] Volunteer Hours Target 1% 7/1/16 Target 147,374 8,642 8,117 7,060 11,548 14,307 14,985 19,455 19,268 18,892 12,150 6,883 6,067 Actual + 23% 145,912 Actual 181,400 11,519 6,488 7,152 13,251 11,903 15,633 19,947 20,658 27,784 24,937 11,969 10,161 [#7] Digital Traffic Target 25% 7/1/16 Target 25% 25% 25% 25% 25% 25% 25% 25% 25% 25% 25% 25% 25% Actual + 4% 32% Actual 29% 32% 32% 28% 29% 31% 29% 31% 29% 28% 29% 30% 27% [#8] SHPO Section 106 Compliance Electronic Submittal Target 33% 7/1/16 Target 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% Actual + 16% 33% Actual 49% 36% 45% 43% 37% 52% 49% 46% 57% 58% 53% 50% 56% [#9] Customer Satisfaction Target 4.5 7/1/16 Target 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 Actual + 4% 4.67 Actual 4.7 4.7 4.7 4.7 4.7 4.8 4.8 4.8 4.8 4.5 4.7 4.7 4.7 Statewide Reporting Metrics [#SW] # of Agency FTE Count 2/4/15 Target 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 * 272 Actual 251 258 257 254 250 257 246 247 246 247 253 249 252 [#SW] % of Arizona Management System Adoption (metric is pending) 100% Target 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% pending Actual 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% [#SW] # of Regrettable Attrition 6/30/16 3 Actual 23 2 3 1 2 2 1 2 2 1 3 2 2 [#SW] # of Administrative Rules Improved 6/30/16 0 Actual 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 [#SW] # of Breakthroughs Achieved 6/30/16 1 0 Actual 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 [#SW] % of Services Online 6/30/16 57% Actual 66% 65% 59% 58% 68% 68% 68% 68% 68% 68% 68% 68% 68%

4 Western region One of Arizona’s best-kept secrets! Visitors enjoy outdoor activities, The 45 mile-long lake creates a haven for water sports enthusiasts, premier bass fishing, spring wildflowers, a variety of wildlife and anglers and campers and is a geologist’s paradise. ASPT is in the breathtaking stargazing. process of redeveloping the former Sandpoint Marina into the Upper Cattail Cove campground and marina.

Two boat ramps added Awarded $5 million FLAP grant to develop Upper Cattail Cove State Park

New ramp for handicap accessible cabin New concessionaire partnership to develop and manage Upper Cattail Cove restaurant and marina 50K-gallon water tank replaced New 45-foot platform boat for lake operations and maintenance 100+ picnic tables replaced New toilets for boat-in sites to be installed Hot water heaters installed for shower buildings Installed traffic and safety fencing All permanent staff certified as wilderness first responders $30,000 in Recreational Trail Program (RTP) funding for ADA Trail Maintenance New lift station installed project

Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems systems

BUCKSKIN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK Commanding views of mountains line the river on both sides for an 18-mile stretch. Guests enjoy water activities, mountain hikes, basketball and volleyball courts and a desert tortoise terrarium.

Finalized IGA between Buckskin Sanitary District and will soon begin working on the new treatment plant connecting Buckskin Mountain and River Island

Upgraded 39 campsites to 50 amp service and added new hose bibs

Developed working relationship with the Parker Area Chamber of Commerce

All potable water valves replaced

WiFi installed

ASP Board approved new Recreational Trails Program (RTP)project

Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems 5 Western region

LAKE HAVASU STATE PARK Visitors enjoy the scenic shoreline, fishing, nature trails, RV sites and tent camping from this world class boat launching site that puts more than 1,000 boats on daily.

New park entrance and exit to improve traffic flow

New boat launch opened, dedicated by mayor and state legislators

Renovating main park road to better manage park traffic, expedite boat launches, and update access to trailer service areas

New cabin loop in development

New solar lights to conserve energy

New boat and UTV rental concessions

Overflow parking added

Paving and sidewalks completed

New fish cleaning station installed

Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems

GRANITE MOUNTAIN HOTSHOTS MEMORIAL STATE PARK Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park is a place honoring the sacrifice of the 19 Hotshot firefighters who died protecting Arizona’s citizens, homes, and environment.

Governor Ducey dedicated and opened park for public visitation RIVER ISLAND STATE PARK Four-year anniversary of the Yarnell Hill Fire commemorated in park by CNN, NBC and The ideal destination for tent campers and RVs. Guests enjoy the other affiliates sandy beach, boat launch, hiking trails, dog run, and market located a quarter-mile from the park. “Only the Brave” biopic about the Granite Mountain Hotshots tragedy released

Memorial wall installed and curation procedures for mementos implemented Phase one of beach reclamation completed (weeds removed and beach graded) Donated shade structures installed in parking lot Received grant to develop new trail from River Island to Buckskin Mountain New guardrail installed, replacing temporary barricades on Hwy 89 New effluent pump installed at wastewater treatment plant New portable restrooms installed WiFi installed for visitor use New shuttle service partnership to transport visitors from Yarnell to the park during high-traffic days Installed new barbecue grills, fire rings, and tables

More than 26,000 vistors since the park’s opening Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems 6 southern region

DANKWORTH POND STATE PARK Nestled at the base of the A short drive south of its sister park, Superstition Mountains, guests , this hidden enjoy numerous hiking trails, desert treasure that was once a fish faring wildflowers and camping. site is now a quiet little fishing hole for southeastern Arizona anglers. Enjoy the park’s desert vegetation, accessible fishing dock and stunning views of Mount New sundial sponsored and installed by Friends Graham. group

Contact station being repaired after vehicle colli- Two new information kiosks installed sion Installation of five camping cabins in progress Aging shade structures removed New phone lines installed in contact station Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems Water lines, electrical, and LED lighting repaired

Bottle filler water fountains installed More interpretive/outreach programs available Resting at the base of the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains, this park Redesigned gift shop to increase sales is a haven for wildlife and desert plants, and is excellent for camping, New barbecue grills, fire rings, and tables hiking, biking, and bird watching. installed

Completed assessments of roads, buildings, All roads repaved potable water and wastewater systems WiFi installed KARTCHNER CAVERNS STATE PARK Four new water harvesting tanks funded by grants The jewel of the southern desert, from Tucson Electric and Power and the Friends Group this living cave hosts a wide-variety of unique minerals and formations. This 4,000-acre wildlife refuge and $80,000 in Recreational Trail Program (RTP) Guides unveil fascinating environmental education center funding for Bridle Trail renovation project underground landscape during a hosts guided walks, workshops, memorable hour and a half tour. weddings, and historic home tours. New barbecue grills, fire rings, and tables installed Construction started on new group campsites

Equestrian barn roof under construction Four new camping cabins installed Improvements made to the portion of the Arizona Trail within the park $30,000 in Recreational Trail Program (RTP) Installation of 5,700 gallon rain water harvesting funding for ADA Trail Maintenance project system New primitive campgrounds added

Completed assessments of roads, buildings, Completed assessments of roads, buildings, Park now open daily potable water and wastewater systems potable water and wastewater systems Finalized improvements to cottage, fireplace ADA assessment completed and included in ADA assessment completed and included in screen, garage doors in group area and refinished Accessibility Transition plan Accessibility Transition plan slate and brick flooring

Master Park Development Plan submitted to Forest Assessment for new cave interior lighting system Completed assessments of roads, buildings, Service completed, RFP to be issued potable water and wastewater systems 7 southern region PATAGONIA LAKE STATE PARK/ ROPER LAKE STATE PARK TOMBSTONE COURTHOUSE SONOITA CREEK Relax in the natural hot springs of STATE HISTORIC PARK Tucked away in the rolling hills of the lake after a long day of hiking. Built in 1882, this historic museum southeastern Arizona, this park is Enjoy the park’s desert vegetation, provides visitors with a glimpse into the ideal place to find whitetail deer, accessible fishing dock and the true Old West. The courthouse great blue herons and camping. It is stunning views of Mount Graham. is filled with exhibits portraying the also an angler’s paradise with lots of authentic history of this frontier boating opportunities. silver mining boomtown. Improved water quality by cleaning out ditch lines Installation of seven camping cabins in progress feeding into the lake Operations resumed by ASPT after seven years

New parking lot to host more visitors under Restriped parking lot and roadways Historically accurate gallows built construction Four new grills replaced in the large group rama- Collection of letters from associates of Wyatt Earp New concession contract with Aramark executed das donated for future exhibit

Added block walls to campsites to control erosion New fire rings, picnic tables and trees added Floors restored and gasline and heater replaced

New sidewalks, grills, and tables installed at day- Trails repaired and cleared at both parks Completed assessments of roads, buildings, use area potable water and wastewater systems Completed assessments of roads, buildings, Built a visibility-accessible bird pond at visitor’s potable water and wastewater systems center

Moved gift shop to visitor’s center Trails recut after monsoon floods Enjoy the view as you hike the trails winding up to the 1,500- Life jacket loaner station set up, in cooperation foot peak. Visitors enjoy day with Game & Fish Department or overnight group-use areas, campers appreciate the 85 electric Completed assessments of roads, buildings, campsites, and the desert floor potable water and wastewater systems blooms annually with golden wildflowers like brittlebrush and California golden poppies. SAN RAFAEL STATE NATURAL $30,000 in Recreational Trail Program (RTP) funding for Trail Maintenance project AREA The unique riparian areas with Major electrical equipment replaced in sewage rolling hills and native grass prairie treatment plant are home to many species of plants and animals. This beautiful valley Five new vault toilet facilities funded is the headwaters of the Santa Cruz River, which flows into Mexico, then turns north New barbecue grills installed throughout the park back into the United States.

Third ranger II position funded and filled to New generator for main house support increased programming Lightening suppression system repaired Repairs finished to drinking water system Barn roofs fixed Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems Painted deck and steps to the main house

Event dates for the “Battle of Picacho Pass” Civil Completed assessments of roads, buildings, War reenactment changed to November 2018 potable water and wastewater systems 8 northern region FOOL HOLLOW LAKE RECREATION AREA A center of research for the late Located in the Apache-Sitgreaves migration period of the Hopi National Forest, visitors experience from the 1200s to the late 1300s, camping among 100-foot pine visitors enjoy a historical museum, trees beside a quiet lake at a cool bookstore, hiking trails and a 6,300-foot elevation. campground. New exhibit about World War II Hopi Code Talkers Installed new grinder pump/wastewater lift opened station in Osprey Loop campground Roof completed for future Winslow/Homolovi Working with Forest Service to develop new Observatory group campsites DEAD HORSE RANCH STATE PARK/ Monthly star parties averaged 35 attendees GREENWAY New concrete fire rings in all campsites Homolovi IV tours averaged 55 attendees Located in the town of Cottonwood, Horseshoe pits renovated this park is home to abundant Park hosted members of Military Vehicle wildlife, ideal for mountain biking, New dock at east boat ramp Preservation Association Route 66 Convoy hiking, fishing, camping, and is a watersport fan’s dream come true. Completed assessments of roads, buildings, Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems potable water and wastewater systems All roads repaved ADA assessment completed and included in Accessibility Transition plan All incandescent lights replaced with energy effi- FORT VERDE STATE cient LED lights JEROME STATE HISTORIC PARK HISTORIC PARK Installation of eight new camping cabins in An authentic, preserved, and progress restored 1870s military fort in the Home to the eye-catching landmark beautiful Verde Valley offers visitors Douglas Mansion built in 1916. The Two wet wells received new valve piping, shutoff a window into the life of a frontier park offers everything from lessons valves, and pumps soldier with living history programs on Arizona’s mining history to and reenactments. historical artifacts and minerals. 288 5th graders hosted on educational nature hike programs Park now open daily Working to stabilize the lower retaining walls around the mansion 472 4th graders hosted for “Project Wet” with Stabilized the adobe on historic buildings Yavapai County Adobe repairs completed Installed new and repaired existing irrigation lines ADA tent camping platform replaced Roof replacement project being finalized Developing on-site storm water management Trail work resumed on Lime Kiln Trail inside the system New hands-on children’s mineral display installed park Developed new programs and activities Mineral collection photographed and cataloged ACE crew supported staff on trail restoration through a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant Increased outreach to schools and groups Summer kids program started, working with University of Arizona to continue Two new restrooms funded and in design Installed new fencing Eight new picnic tables received and installed Completed assessments of roads, buildings, October 2016 proclaimed “Fort Verde State potable water and wastewater systems Historic Park Month” by the town of Camp Verde New fire department display installed

ADA assessment completed and included in Completed assessments of roads, buildings, Completed assessments of roads, buildings, Accessibility Transition plan potable water and wastewater systems potable water and wastewater systems 9 northern region LYMAN LAKE STATE PARK ROCKIN’ RIVER RANCH STATE Created as an irrigation reservoir, PARK (coming soon) STATE PARK this park is home to great fishing, Located near the town of Camp Surrounded by a forest of pine trees, camping, hiking and the smoothest Verde along the Verde River, this it is believed to be the largest natural water-skiing in the state. property is overflowing with unique travertine bridge in the world. recreational experiences for all Guests enjoy a 300-foot waterfall, visitors. Purchased in 2008 this park hiking and water-loving flowers Three docks repaired will finally be open to the public in from the high desert. 2018. Overnight accommodations like camping Park store renovated cabins and tent-only campsites will guarantee a one-of-a-kind experience. Goodfellow Lodge opened for reservations New grills installed $4 million of state park revenue allocated to open Lodge fire escape repaired 44 campsites remodeled the park to the public Pedestrian bridge stabilized Planning of remodeling the oldest shower/ Technical advisory committee created restroom building on the park New camping cabin with full plumbing under Public meetings held to gather feedback on development New grinder pump/wastewater lift station proposed master plan installed Completed assessments of roads, buildings, Master plan underway potable water and wastewater systems Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems

RED ROCK STATE PARK Surrounded by Sedona’s beautiful Named the “Natural Water Slide,” it’s red rocks, visitors enjoy hiking, located in Oak Creek Canyon. Grab guided geology tours, guided your swimsuit and cool off in the nature walks and abundant birding invigorating waters of the creek. opportunities.

New picnic tables installed at ramadas and new Completed repair and restoration of roofs for grills installed at picnic area historic Pendley cabin, historic visitor cabin, and Brown House (contact station) Roof stabilization completed on House of Apache Fires, the first major repair completed in 30 years Improvements made to wastewater and public water systems Constrution of new amphitheater moving forward 20-30 hazardous trees removed from creek swim New flooring in bunkhouse classroom and entry area station Completed assessments of roads, buildings, 1,272 students participated in 41 connection potable water and wastewater systems programs ”Traffic Matters” stakeholders group initiated to Completed assessments of roads, buildings, improve management of traffic congestion on potable water and wastewater systems Hwy 89-A 10 partner parks

McFARLAND STATE HISTORIC PARK Constructed in 1878, this is the oldest standing courthouse in Arizona. This historic park is home to Florence’s WWII Prisoner of War exhibit, photographs and artifacts from prisoners and servicemen. This park is managed under an operating agreement with the Town of Florence.

Destination for Relay for Life’s “Amazing Race” and Florence Historic Home Tour

Hosted “Road to Country Thunder” VIP event in the courtroom

New partnership agreement with the Town of Florence signed for operation of the park with ASPT

New parking lot completed

New master sign installed

Stairs, signs and 100-ft courtyard privacy wall all repaired and painted

New trees planted

Gift shop updated

Roof and wall repairs on archive building

New roof on courthouse

Completed painting of the building exterior

COLORADO RIVER STATE HISTORIC PARK YUMA TERRITORIAL PRISON STATE HISTORIC PARK Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems Used as a depot by the US Army, five of the original depot buildings Walk through Arizona’s first prison. This museum houses still remain today. Adventure back in time with exhibits covering photographs and colorful exhibits sharing the stories of the 3,069 military history and the story of the Bureau of Reclamation’s prisoners who lived within its walls. Managed jointly with Colorado construction. A new 15-year agreement was signed with the City River State Historic Park under one agreement with the City of Yuma of Yuma to manage both the Colorado River State Historic Park and Yuma Territorial Prison Stat Historic Park Trick or Treat event hosted with City of Yuma Police Department Park renamed from “Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park” to encompass the entire history of the Colorado River Hosted “Gathering of the Gunfighters” event Hosted over 25 special events and community fundraisers Held 7th Annual “3:10 to Yuma” fundraiser Monument and signage installation Museum roof restored Small theater developed to show short films on the Colorado River New park signage installed “Civil War Days” was well-attended by visitors and reenactors Unveiled the newest wayside exhibit and designated segment of the historic Anza Trail New 15-year partnership agreement signed for operation of the Yuma parks with ASPT New 15-year partnership agreement signed for operation of the Yuma parks with ASPT Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems 11 Tri-ParTite partner parks/ agreement park

TUBAC PRESIDIO STATE HISTORIC PARK Travel to Arizona’s first state park and enjoy underground archaeological exhibits, a furnished 1885 schoolhouse, Arizona’s first printing press and Anza Days. This park is managed under an operating agreement with Santa Cruz County.

Additional three-year partnership agreement with Santa Cruz County signed

New visitor center to be designed and named in memory of former park manager Shaw Kinsley

Video of the Anza Expedition installed in the museum

225 visitors, 17 horses and reenactors attended Anza Days

More than 500 visitors attended the Dia de los Muertos festival

Received TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

Parking lot repaved

New roof built and air conditioning and heat installed in the schoolhouse

Smithsonian Waterways exhibit awarded by the Arizona Humanities, to be opened to visitors in 2019

Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems RIORDAN MANSION STATE HISTORIC PARK One of the finest examples of American Arts and Crafts style of architecture today. Visitors can go back in time touring the expansive home and imagining early 20th century living. This park is managed under an operating agreement with the Arizona Historic Society.

BOYCE THOMPSON ARBORETUM Water conservation irrigation system installed STATE PARK New low-flow toilets installed in visitor center An hour’s drive due east of Phoenix is one of Arizona’s crown jewels. “Todo Unidos los Chantes” exhibit installed in the west house Enjoy more than three miles of paths and trails crisscrossing 100 acres of gardens. This park is managed under a tri-partite operating Brought in 17.7 percent of revenue from education programs agreement with the University of Arizona and the governing board. Two Eagle Scout projects completed to maintain park Hill House renovated by U of A Archive database completed “Porous Pave” used to resurface trail nearest to Visitor Center for safety, traction, High-priority electrical repairs completed and trail use by wheelchairs and walkers

New fire suppression and alarm system in development New Boojum Cove garden exhibit opened

New roofs built on main house, cabin, and visitor center Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems

$20,000 grant issued by Full Circle Trade and Thrift ADA assessment completed and included in Accessibility Transition plan

Completed assessments of roads, buildings, potable water and wastewater systems 2017 audit performed by the University of Arizona revealed many concerning findings 12 community-building programs

STATE HISTORIC FAMILY CAMPOUT GRANTS & TRAILS PRESERVATION OFFICE (SHPO) PROGRAMS RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION For families that are new to camping, the Family (RTP) FUND (LWCF) Campout Program helps teach them how to camp and enjoy the outdoors. This program partners Awarded $1.68 million in grants to improve Awarded $446,000 in federal grants for the with the , schools, and other or rehabilitate 122 miles of motorized and conservation of irreplaceable lands and improve organizations to provide families an introduction nonmotorized trails outdoor recreation opportunities, supporting the to camping. state’s economy New online grant system created to make 22 Family Campouts held in various state parks application and grant reporting easier GIS staff digitized LWCF projects for easy access with approximately 585 participants and tracking and inspections Approved five safety and environmental education projects A backlog of more than 500 Land and Water Inspections was eliminated Approved funding for an acessible trail to Horseshoe Bend, one of the most visited overlooks Hired a new State Historic Preservation Officer to of Glen Canyon National Park assist partners and tribes with compliance with the National and State Historic Preservation Acts Provided funding to four first time applicants Promoted critical role historic preservation plays in Approved funding for an accessible trail at Cattail a vibrant Arizona economy Cove State Park which will provide access to the Colorado River Launched the Government-to-Government Consultation toolkit in partnership with tribes, an online portal to facilitate communication between agencies, municipalities and tribes regarding projects that may impact cultural resources considered significant to Native Americans OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE (OHV) PROGRAM Collaborated with state agencies to develop streamlined protocols for compliance with the Awarded $1.58 million in grants to improve or State Historic Preservation Act rehabilitate 3,337 miles of trails Archaeology Month in Arizona culminated with the OHV Ambassador program hosted 16 “Show Me” Archaeology Expo and Annual Conference with rides, monitored 1,753 miles of primitive road/ 300 expo visitors and 300 conference attendees trail for hazards, updated six kiosks, and installed attending 67 events hosted across the state or replaced 86 trail signs Over 480 Site Stewards monitor over 2,200 Held first OHV Club Leadership Summit archaeological sites completing over 6,000 site visits over 22,000 hours, reporting 181 acts of Conducted more than 2,000 OHV economic impact vandalism with partner agencies surveys throughout the state SHPO also worked with the State Land Department Held three volunteer orientations, with 185 trained and the Natural Resources Conservation Service to colunteers statewide who have recorded 1,061 execute a programmatic approach to streamlining hours cultural resources compliance for conservation projects that receive federal funds. SHPO has Attended seven statewide outreach events to further collaborated with state agencies, such promote OHV program and trails as ASPT, ASLD, AGFD and ADFFM to develop streamlined protocols for compliance with the Organized more than 65 OHV Ambassador events State Historic Preservation Act

13 awa r d s recognition Arizona State Parks & Trails exceeds all Arizona Management System targets and goals for FY17

Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park opened on Kartchner Caverns State Nov. 29, 2016, dedicated by Governor Ducey in honor of the 19 Park voted “Best Attraction ASPT launched its new website Granite Mountain Hotshots who died in the line of duty on June in Arizona” by USA Todays and call center to serve 30, 2013 Reader’s Choice poll customers better

Official groundbreaking for 25th Anniversary of Red Rock Havasu Riviera State Park, State Park’s dedication attended $5 million Federal Land Access attended by Lake Havasu Mayor ASPT resumed full operations by regional state legislators: Program grant for improved Mark Nexsen and members of of Tombstone Courthouse State Rep. Bob Thorpe, Sen. Sylvia road access to Upper Cattail ASPT celebrated its 60th the Arizona State Legislature Historic Park Allen, and Rep. Brenda Barton Cove anniversary in March 2017 14 awa r d s recognition Arizona State Parks & Trails WINS the NRPA Gold Medal for Best-Managed State Parks in the Country!

International Alliance National Association of State Coalition for Outstanding Cultural Parks Directors Recreation Trails Arizona State Awareness Program President’s Award for Best Use of Recreational Route Fifty Committee on Trails Arizona Site Stewards Outstanding Leadership and Trails Program Fund “Next Generation” Award Arizona Parks and Service (posthumous) Mickey Rogers Recreation Association Citation of Merit Program Shaw Kinsley State Trails Program Outstanding Public Official Sue Black Outstanding Park Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park Outstanding Professional Society of Outdoor The Shirley Agnos Governor’s Council Governor’s Council Emeritus Recreation Professionals Legacy Award on Tourism Governor’s Council on Tourism Charles Eatherly Outstanding State Trail Excellence in Innovative on Tourism Outstanding Tourism Program Award Partner Award Volunteer of the Year Granite Mountain Hotshots Lisa Atkins Marketing Award and Spirit of Service Award Granite Mountain Hotshots “Old Guys” at Fort Verde Memorial State Park ASPT Board Member Social Media Arizona Family Campout Memorial State Park State Historic Park 15 Managing the money

Camping ASPT FY 2017 Revenue by Type $18,220,235 FUNDING SOURCES ASPT FY17 Revenue by Type Day Use ASPT State Parks Revenue Fund Historical Revenue CAMPINGCave Tours $ 2,183,175 $ 781,898 Fiscal Year Total Year Over Cumulative Year Growth Growth from DAY USEReservation $ 730,702 Surcharge ASPT $ 556,775 FY PREMIUM 2017 PASS Expenditures by Type FY13 $ 5,210,764 ASPT FY 2017 Expenditures by Type $772,132 CAVE TOURSStandard ASPT FY 2017 Expenditures FY 2017 $ 18,220,235 by Type 10.93 % 52.28 % Pass $28,614,900 FY 2016 $ 16,424,846 13.92 % 37.27 % $ 1,108,819 $28,614,900 RESERVATIONPark Stores FY 2015 $ 14,417,647 9.11 % 20.50 % SURCHARGE CONCESSIONS $ 375,944 FY 2014 $ 13,213,451 10.43 % 10.43 % Premium Pass 7,432,745 FY 2013 $ 11,964,990 STANDARD PASS $ STATE PARK ASPT FY 2017 Expenditures by Type $ 176,099 MISC. REVENUE REVENUE FUND Concessions STATE PARK $28,614,900PARK STORES 4,322,900 REVENUE FUND 4,322,900 STATE LAKE Misc. STATE PARK ASPT FY 2017 Expenditures by Type Revenue REVENUE FUND4,322,900 IMPROVEMENT ASPT$28,614,900 FY17 Expenditures by Type STATE LAKE TOTAL: $18,220,2358,382,800 FUND STATE LAKE IMPROVEMENT 8,382,800 IMPROVEMENT FEDERAL FUNDS FUND 1,837,000 551,300 FEDERAL FUND FUNDS FEDERAL FUNDS 1,837,000 551,300 FEDERAL FUNDS STATE PARK 1,837,000 551,300 REVENUE FUND OFF HIGHWAY 733,800 $ 4,322,900 OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE FUND 733,800 OFF HIGHWAY RECREATION PARKS WITH THE VEHICLE FUND 4,322,900 $ 8,382,800 VEHICLE FUND STATE PARTNERSHIP LAKE 733,800 OFF HIGHWAY LARGEST ECONOMIC IMPACT FUND IMPROVEMENT VEHICLE FUND $ 1,837,000 $ 551,300 PARTNERSHIP 8,382,800 FUND ARIZONA TRAIL PARTNERSHIP ASPT FY 2017 Expenditures by Type FUND $ 733,800 FUND FEDERAL FUNDS PARTNERSHIP 1,837,000 Lake Havasu Catalina 551,300 DONATIONS FUND $28,614,900 FUND 72,500 State Park State Park 13,338,400 ARIZONA TRAIL $23.8 million $15.4 million 72,500 FUND 733,800 13,338,400 OFF HIGHWAY $ 72,500 ARIZONA TRAIL $ 13,338,400 110,000 VEHICLE FUND FUND Slide Rock 110,000 $ 110,000 DONATIONS FUND State Park STATE PARTNERSHIP PARK DONATIONS $30.9 million REVENUE FUND FUND FUND TOTAL: $28,614,900 4,322,900 72,500 16 13,338,400 ARIZONA STATE LAKE TRAIL FUNDIMPROVEMENT 8,382,800 110,000 FUND FEDERAL FUNDS 1,837,000 551,300 DONATIONS FUND

733,800 OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE FUND

PARTNERSHIP FUND 72,500 13,338,400 ARIZONA TRAIL FUND 110,000 DONATIONS FUND Managing the money

ASPT FY16/17 Comparison by Type

Total FY16 Total FY17 Camping $ 6,358,174 $ 7,432,745 Day Use $ 4,718,088 $ 5,210,764 Cave Tours $ 2,227,565 $ 2,183,175 Premium $ 444,570 $ 556,775 Standard $ 644,734 $ 730,702 River Island State Park Island State River Concession $ 390,404 $ 375,944 Other $ 147,659 $ 176,099 Reservation Fees $ 728,154 $ 781,898 Park Store $ 765,498 $ 772,132 TOTAL $ 16,424,846 $18,220,234

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Arizona State Parks and Trails Arizona State Parks & Trails Revenue Revenue and Visitation Trend Reporting by Region Kartchner Caverns State Park Kartchner Caverns Lake Havasu Slide Rock Patagonia Lake Catalina

Dead Horse Ranch Lake Havasu State Park Lost Dutchman Fool Hollow Lake Tonto Natural Bridge Buckskin Mountain Cattail Cove FY 2017 Red Rock FY 2016 Roper Lake Slide Rock State Park Picacho Peak Alamo Jerome Buckskin/River Island Homolovi Lyman Lake Park Stores Patagonia Lake State Park Tombstone Fort Verde Oracle $0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000

Catalina State Park

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Arizona State Parks & Trails Over 1,000 Volunteers completed its resource management provide 181,402 hours of service, providing over $4.2 million in direct goals and ensured grant funds were benefit to our agency. A new state- allocated consistent with public of-the-art volunteer management priorities through a partnership with: system was formed, and a new • Arizona State Committee on Trails partnership with the Girls Scouts (ASCOT) of Arizona called the “Get Out • Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Challenge” was implemented. ASU’s School of Communication, Corporate group volunteers from Group (OHVAG) Red Bull and Toyota also supported Resources and Development will • Arizona Outdoor Recreation continue to work with ASPT until 2022 to ASPT. develop its next Statewide Comprehensive Coordinating Committee (AORCC) Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) and Strategic • Yarnell Hill Memorial Site Board Plan. 350+ miles of non- motorized and motorized trails will be rehabilitated Colorado River State Historic Park - Formerly over a three-year “Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic period as a result of Park.” Partnered with the City of Yuma, operated by the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area partnerships with: Corporation. Partnership agreement extended • Arizona Dept. of from 2017 to 2032. Transportation • Arizona Game and Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area - Partnered Visit Phoenix has allowed ASPT with USFS, AZ Game & Fish, and the City of Fish Show Low; operated by Arizona State Parks & to meet with local business leaders Trails. • Arizona Office of to share recreational opportunities Tourism available to residents. McFarland - Partnered with the Town of • Arizona State Land Florence, operated by the Florence Visitor Center. Partnership agreement extended from Department 2016 to 2019. • Federal Highway Riordan Mansion - Partnered with and operated Administration by the Arizona Historical Society. Partnership • US Forest Service agreement extended from 2016 to 2019. • National Parks Tubac Presidio - Partnered with Santa Cruz Service County, operated by the Friends of the Tubac • Indian Tribal residio & Museum, Inc. Partnership agreement Governments extended from 2016 to 2019. CAVCO Cabins works with • Bureau of Land Reauthorization of AORCC (Arizona Outdoor Recreation Coordinating ASPT in a unique partnership to Yuma Territorial Prison - Partnered with Management build and install modern camping the City of Yuma, operated by the Yuma Commission) and GAAC Crossing National Heritage Area Corporation. • Local municipalities (Governor’s Archaeology Advisory cabins in its parks to provide more Partnership agreement extended from 2017 to and counties Commission) for three more years outdoor recreation opportunities to 2032. to support ASPT’s mission a changing demographic.

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT ARIZONA PARKS AND OF TRANSPORTATION RECREATION ASSOCIATION Worked with ADOT to: Worked with network of like-minded organizations to • Complete road repair and maintenance at Dead explore, develop, and partner with to provide outdoor Horse Ranch State Park recreational opportunities. • Catalina State Park • Patagonia Lake new cabin clearance area and ARIZONA STATE LIBRARY parking lot Promoted a healthy lifestyle and literacy with discount • Lake Havasu State Park main road, entrance road annual state park passes. and cabin road ARIZONA STATE PARKS FOUNDATION • Fort Verde State Historic Park Arizona State Parks Foundation launched a new • Jerome State Historic Park website and brand, Purposeful Giving, to celebrate the • McFarland State Historic Park 60th anniversary of Arizona State Parks & Trails. The • Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park 501(c)3 nonprofit organization raises funds in support • Tubac Presidio State Historic Park. of projects to improve state parks throughout Arizona. ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT/ CACTUS LEAGUE ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT Partnered with Cactus League spring training to US Secretary of the Interior Worked closely with state natural resource agencies promote statewide visitation during season. to provide land access and outdoor recreational FIND YOUR PARK Ryan Zinke met with Executive Director st worked with ASPT to promote the opportunities. Local 1 Partnered with the (NPS) to Sue Black at a conference convened by the importance of supporting local economies, National Park Service and held ASPT’s Gold ARIZONA OFFICE OF TOURISM celebrate the centennial anniversary of federal parks in and has since increased the amount of state the US. Medal for Best-Managed State Parks in the Assisted the promotion and marketing of ASPT’s spring and US made products in its park stores. training campaign at games across the Phoenix metro Country! area. HAVASU RIVIERA STATE PARK This public-public-private partnership will develop Havasu Riviera State Park as part of a larger development project. After 30-plus years of attempts, this $12 million Partnered with REI to sponsor with 8,000 day-use passes and host campaigns for “Force of Nature,” encouraging women project is expected to generate an estimated economic into outdoor recreation, and “Opt Outside,” encouraging people to explore outdoors instead of Black Friday shopping. impact of $18.4 to $115.3 million and support over 1,200 jobs each year. The new state park will include a waterfront marina, beach cabanas, and boat launch on the shore of Lake Havasu. PUBLIC LANDS DAY Partnered with BLM, USFS, and NPS for National Public Lands Day to work on park trails, village restoration, and hosted 720 participants at the annual Girl Scout Jamboree at Roper Lake State Park. TRAFFIC MATTERS Collaborated with ASPT on solutions for traffic and public safety issues in Sedona and in Oak Creek Canyon. UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS ASPT works with Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, University of Arizona, and Maricopa County Community Colleges on statewide planning, research, and resource projects, including the 2018 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. 20 success through collaboration

ADDITIONAL PARTNERSHIPS • Friends of Boyce Thompson Arboretum • • American Conservation Experience • Friends of Catalina State Park • Rev’d Up • Aramark • Friends of Dead Horse Ranch • Riordan Action Network Reading • Archeological Conservancy • Friends of Kartchner Caverns • Rockin’ River Technical Advisory Committee • Arizona Attorney General’s Office • Friends of Lost Dutchman State Park • Round Valley/St. Johns Chamber is an • Arizona Conservation Corps • Friends of Lyman • Sedona Chamber of Commerce • Arizona Department of Corrections • Friends of Oracle State Park • Sedona Fire District Adventure! • Arizona Department of Environmental Quality • Friends of Slide Rock State Park • Sharlot Hall Museum Promoted discount annual • Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire • Friends of Sonoita Creek • Show Low Chamber of Commerce state park passes to promote Management • Friends of the Tubac Presidio Park & Museum • Show Low Police Department a healthy lifestyle. • Arizona Department of Transportation • Friends of Tonto Natural Bridge • Show Low School District • Arizona Department of Water Resources • Friends of Tubac Presidio & Museum • String of Pearls • Arizona Governor’s Drought Interagency • Friends of Verde River Greenway • Timber Mesa Fire and Medical District Coordinating Council • Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts of America • Tonto Basin Chamber of Commerce • Arizona Historical Society • Governor’s Archeology Advisory Board (GAAC) • Town of Camp Verde • Arizona Horse Council • Governor’s Archaeology Advisory Commission • Town of Camp Verde • Arizona Navigable Stream Adjudication • Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (HPAC)- • Town of Clarkdale Commission inactive • Town of Clarkdale • Arizona Office of Tourism • Historic Sites Review Committee (HSRC) • US Forest Service (eight district ranger offices) • Arizona Outdoor Recreation Coordinating • Hold the Fort (Friends of Fort Verde) • Verde River Basin Partnership (VRBP) Commission (AORCC) • Homolovi Chapter Arizona Archeology Society • Verde River Institute • Arizona Public Service • Hopi Tribe • Verde River Valley Nature Organization (VRVNO) • Arizona Site Stewards • International Mountain Biking Association • Verde River Watershed Coalition (VWRC) • Arizona State Committee on Trails (ASCOT) • Jerome Chamber of Commerce • Verde Velley Leadership Council • Arizona State Legislature • JT Wildlife Outdoors (boat rental concessions) • Western Regional Partnership • Arizona State Museum (Homolovi Research • Komick Enterprises • Winslow Chamber of Commerce Program) • La Paz County • Yarnell Hill Memorial Site Board • Arizona State Parks Foundation • Lake Havasu City • Yavapai County Kartchner Caverns designated as • Arizona Water Banking Authority • Little Colorado River Astronomy Club • Yavapai Water Advisory Committee an International Dark Sky Park. • Arizona Trail Association • Maricopa County • Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area • Army Corps of Engineers • Mohave County • AZSITE • Mohave Water Banking Authority Participated in the NASPD campaign • Benefactors of Red Rock • Multi-Agency Task Force to encourage visitors to participate in • National Association of State Outdoor Recreation • Bill Williams River Corridor Steering Committee “First Day Hikes” of the new year to • Buckskin Sanitary District Liaison Officers • Bureau of Land Management (six field offices) • National Association of State Park Volunteer encourage healthy lifestyles. • Camp Verde Historic Society Coordinators • Chain Gang for Yuma Territorial Prison • National Association of State Parks Directors • City of Cottonwood • National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation • City of Cottonwood Council (NOHVCC) • City of Show Low • National Park Service • City of Winslow • National Weather Service (NWS)/ National Oceanic • City of Yuma and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) • • Natural Area Program Advisory Committee Continued to work with Arizona • Conservation Acquisition Board (CAB)-inactive • Navajo County departments of Administration, • Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce • Oak Creek Watershed Council Transportation, and Environmental • Crooked Nail Trail System • Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Group (OHVAG) • Deuces Wild Triathlon • OHV Ambassadors Quality to increase GIS efficiency. • Florence Chamber of Commerce • Old Trails Museum (Winslow Historical Society) To learn more about our collaborations: azstateparks.com/accomplishments

21 Looking toward the future... NATIONAL RECREATION AND PARK NEW PARKS ON THE HORIZON ASSOCIATION ACCREDITATION The Arizona State Parks Board continues to pursue acquisition and development of new properties to construct Through a lengthy and comprehensive assessment new parks that conserve the state’s outdoor resources, including Page and Bouse. process, Arizona State Parks and Trails continues demonstrates its commitment to best practices Havasu Riviera State Park Rockin’ River Ranch through participation in a professional accreditation A new partnership has been State Park process. Arizona Parks and Trails will be the first formed for the development Located near Camp Verde state park agency in the nation to be accredited by of Havasu Riviera State Park along the riparian Verde River, the Commission for the Accreditation of Park and in Lake Havasu City. The new this property is overflowing Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). Accredited park and park will feature a marina with unique recreational recreation agencies exemplify excellence in operation with launch ramps, docks and experiences for all visitors. and service. Accreditation signifies, yet again, that dry boat storage, as well as a restaurant, Overnight accommodations Arizona State Parks and Trails is among the best of the beach and ramadas. Development of the like cabins and tent-only campsites best. park began on November 10, 2016, with guarantee a one-of-a-kind state park an expected open date of April 2018. experience. Expected open date of ARIZONA PREMIER TRAILS November 2018. The Arizona State Committee on Trails and Arizona State Parks & Trails are designating up to 100 of Arizona’s best trails. Categories include: • Recreation • Water/Riparian • Interpretive • National Trails • Historic/Cultural • Trail Systems • Scenic NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE PARKS DIRECTORS For the first time, ASPT will host the annual National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD) conference in Sedona, Arizona in September 4-8, 2018. Park directors from all 50 states plus Canada and the National Park Service will be invited to attend this conference with educational opportunities, unique-to-Arizona experiences and park tours. The conference theme is “Be Better.” Arizona State Parks Visitor Survey Every five years the agency conducts Upper Cattail Cove a Visitor Survey to find out who comes to our parks, how they received State Park information about us, how satisfied Arizona State Parks & they were with their visit, and what Trails is committed to the recreation opportunities they would like redeveloping Upper Cattail to see at the park in the future. Data is Cove State Park on Lake also collected to generate estimates of Havasu. Plans include the economic impact of visitors to State building a new marina, RV campground, camping cabin area, boat Parks directors from all 50 states, the NPS, and Canada Parks on surrounding communities and in Montana for the 2017 NASPD conference counties. We will be beginning to collect launch, beachfront access points and a Visitor Survey data in FY2019. restaurant.

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