Activities ORCA Recreation

The Outdoor Recreation Council of Alberta (ORCA) believes that all forms of outdoor recreation bring tremendous social and economic value to Alberta and Albertans. These activities need to be responsibly managed and supported by all levels of government. Achieving this requires informed and collaborative input from every type of activity. The Outdoor Recreational Activities ORCA represents include a broad range of activities that range from contemplative pursuits to high energy sports that are enjoyed in the outdoor environment.

Many of these activities are most commonly enjoyed by individuals, families and small groups in an unstructured manner. This does not naturally encourage the development of strong organizational structures. As a result, it is often difficult to obtain input from most outdoor recreation families and communities on issues that impact them. As a broad based collaboration, ORCA fills this need.

The following list illustrates the range of activities that ORCA represents. It may not be a complete list, because new activities develop from time to time. The list does not include any forms of motorized recreation.

ORCA welcomes the input of the OHV community and agrees that OHV recreation also needs fair access to Crown Land. ORCA seeks constructive dialogue with all stakeholders to ensure that all needs are considered in the management of public lands.

A LIST OF OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES REPRESENTED BY ORCA:

Adventure Racing Environmental Education Orienteering Archery Equestrian Picnicking Astronomy Fishing Photography/Painting Backcountry Skiing Geo-cashing Rafting Backcountry Snowboarding Hang/Para Gliding Rock Climbing Backpacking Hiking Rock Hounding Birding Hunting Scenery Viewing Camping Hut/Cabin use Skijoring Caving Ice Climbing Snowshoeing Canoeing Ice Skating Swimming Cross Country Skiing Inline Skating Outdoor Rec. Therapy Cultural Site Appreciation Kayaking Trail Running Cycle Touring/Road Bicycling Kite Boarding/Windsurfing Wildlife Viewing Dog Sledding Mountain Biking Fat-Biking Dog Walking Mountaineering