Jefferson County Open Space Recreation and Activity Management Guide 2020-2021 Jefferson County Open Space - Recreation and Activity Management Guide Contents

Introduction - Page 4 History and Guidance - Page 5 Standard and Procedure - Page 6 Quick Reference Guide - Page 8 Recreation and Activity Guide - Page 12 1. Aerial Acrobatics - Page 12 2. After Hours Use - Page 12 3. Art Displays/Walks/Installation - Page 12 4. Boating - Page 12 5. Building, Antenna, Span, Earth (BASE) Jumping - Page 12 6. Camping - Page 13 7. Collection of Natural Resources - Page 13 8. Commercial Activity - Page 13 9. Concerts - Page 15 10. Demonstration Activities - Page 15 11. Dog Training - Page 16 12. Dog Walking Services - Page 16 13. Electric Bicycles (e-bikes) - Page 16 14. Emergency Response Teams/Governmental Operations - Page 16 15. Equestrian Use - Page 17 16. Fishing and Trapping - Page 17 17. Geocaching - Page 18 18. Group Use - Page 18 19. Hang-gliding and Para-gliding - Page 18 20. Hunting - Page 19 21. Ice Farming - Page 19 22. Ice Fishing and Ice Skating - Page 19 23. Kite Flying - Page 20 24. Livestock - Page 20 25. Longboards - Page 20 26. Memorials on Open Space Lands - Page 20

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27. Metal Detecting - Page 20 28. Mobile Fitness Centers/Fitness Equipment Caches - Page 21 29. Mobility Devices (OPDMD) - Page 21 30. Motorless, Radio-controlled Gliders - Page 22 31. Mountain Boards - Page 23 32. Onewheel Devices - Page 23 33. Releasing Wildlife - Page 23 34. Remote Control Devices - Page 23 35. Rock and Ice Climbing - Page 23 36. Sales of Hard-goods - Page 23 37. Service Animals - Page 24 38. Shooting - Page 24 39. Slacklines, Longlines, and Highlines - Page 24 40. Sledding - Page 25 41. Tubing - Page 25 42. Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS; Drones) - Page 25 43. Wading/Swimming - Page 25 44. Weddings - Page 25 Park Permits - Page 27 1. Commercial Activity - Page 27 2. General Use - Page 28 3. Research and Collections - Page 28 4. School Groups - Page 29 5. Special Activity - Page 29 Appendices - Page 30 1. Definitions - Page 30 2. Certificate of Insurance Requirements - Page 34 3. Fixed Hardware Management Guidelines - Page 35 4. Cost Recovery Fee Schedule - Page 40 5. Cost Recovery Policy - Page 41 6. Park Permit Terms and Conditions - Page 44 7. Special Use Areas - Page 46 8. Memorials on Open Space Lands - Standard Operating Procedure - Page 47

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The Recreation and Activity Management Guide (RAMG) provides guidance of policy, regulations and requirements pertaining to the variety of activities which may occur on Jeffco Open Space (JCOS) managed land, and the management strategies implemented to best promote the desired visitor experience and resource protection. While the RAMG attempts to be comprehensive, management of specific activities in specific areas may temporarily change or evolve. All visitors should consult park kiosks and the JCOS website for the most current information before recreating. The RAMG is reviewed and updated annually in February.

Top left: ice skaters at Pine Valley Ranch Park; Middle left: a para-glider shortly after launch at Windy Saddle Park; Bottom left: family portrait photo session at Matthews/Winters Park; Above: in partnership with local climbing organizations, 219 climbing bolts were replaced in a single day at Golden Cliffs at North Table Mountain Park, improving safety for all climbers.

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JCOS was founded as a land conservation organization in 1972 by PLAN Jeffco and The League of Women Voters of Jefferson County. These organizations proposed a unique concept to the Board of County Commissioners to preserve the scenic vistas and open lands within the county using the collection of one-half of one percent tax on sales in Jefferson County to fund the program. The voters agreed, thereby ensuring perpetual land conservation, stewardship of open space and parklands, and access for public enjoyment.

JEFFCO OPEN SPACE PARKS The use of JCOS Parks, Study Areas, and Trails (collectively, JCOS Property) is subject to many laws, resolutions, policies, regulations, and procedures such as: • The 1972 JCOS Enabling Resolution, as amended in 1980, which places restrictions on the use of JCOS property. JCOS Property is unique because it is acquired and managed with Open Space sales tax revenue for the purposes set forth in the Enabling Resolution. • The JCOS Mission, which is focused on nature-based experiences and land conservation. In contrast, local governments and special districts provide more active recreation opportunities and facilities such as developed sports fields, recreation centers, and field houses. • The JCOS Conservation Greenprint, Park Plans, and other major visioning documents adopted by the Board of County Commissioners. • JCOS Park Regulations, found in Part 6, Chapter 4, Section 1 of Jefferson County’s Administrative Policies. • Open Space Advisory Committee Guiding Principles. • JCOS Standard Operating Procedures. • JCOS Recreation and Activities Management Guide. • Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.

SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENT INTERESTS The protection, conservation, management, and public use of JCOS Property involves several significant, and in some cases unique, significant government interests including, without limitation: • Protecting visitor safety. • Protecting visitor movement – avoid congestion and impairing circulation. • Managing park capacities for safety. • Protecting natural resources. • Providing nature-based recreation and experiences. • Maintaining a natural setting free of excessive noise, interruptions, and human activities inconsistent with a natural setting, which are the expectations of JCOS Property visitors.

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Standards & Procedures

Recreation and Activities Guide

STANDARD

JCOS compiles and updates annually a comprehensive reference guide for recreation and activities on JCOS-managed land. With existing park regulations as its foundation, the Recreation and Activities Guide shapes potential land uses while protecting park and natural resources, and the visitor experience.

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

Activities: for the purpose of the Guide, activities is a coarse term that encompasses all potential land uses that may not specifically qualify as recreation. Examples: research, weddings, search and rescue training Recreation: for the purpose of the Guide, recreation is a general term that applies to healthy, nature-based experiences Intended audience: The Recreation and Activities Guide is intended to be both an internal (staff, volunteers, County leadership and public information) and external (residents, park visitors and other agencies), specifically: I. Employees who provide information to the public about recreation and activity management on JCOS-managed land. II. Visitor Services staff, who enforce regulations related to recreation and activity management on JCOS-managed land. III. Visitor Relations Coordinator, who approves or denies Park Permit applications. IV. Visitor Services Manager, who oversees visitor use and the visitor experience. V. Volunteers who provide information services at the Welcome Center, trailheads, and on trails. VI. Current and potential park visitors seeking specific information regarding recreation and activities on JCOS-managed land.

PROCEDURES

The Recreation and Activities Guide will be updated periodically with a new version published no later than March 15th annually. The annual update process includes: I. review and update of applicable park regulations, if applicable II. review and update of park permit guidelines, if applicable. III. review and update of emerging recreation and activities, if applicable IV. review and update of reference documents/appendices, if applicable

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Approval:

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At time of publication, SOP is pending review and approval

Director Date

Revised

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Last Updated: October, 2020 Section - Quick Reference Guide Page 8 Jefferson County Open Space - Recreation and Activity Management Guide Fishing, Ice Fishing Equestrian Use Emergency Response Training e-bikes Hang-gliding, Para-gliding Group Use Geocaching Hunting Livestock Kite Flying Ice Fishing/Skating Ice Farming Activity Prohibited X X X Allowed W/ license) license) X (state X (state Permit X X X Special Use Areas Only Permissions PVR (ice fishing) X X X Specific Parks CCC, LOB, PVR, CNT, MAW Only WSP CHP PVR Allowed X X X X X Y x x N X X X X X X X X Fees Amount CRM CRM CRM CRM Applicable Park C.6, C.27,C.28 C. 5,C.6,C.13, Regulations C.26.b, C.30 C.16, C.20, C.10, C.11 C.1, C.31 C.8, C.9 C.30 C.18 C.30 C.1 C.2

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Last Updated: October, 2020 Section - Quick Reference Guide Page 10 Jefferson County Open Space - Recreation and Activity Management Guide Weddings >14 Weddings <14 Wading/Swimming Systems (UAS; Drones) Unmanned Aircraft Sledding Tubing Trapping Highlines Slacklines, Longlines, and Shooting Animals Service Activity Prohibited X X X X Allowed W/ Permit X X X Special Use Areas Only Permissions MTF-W X X CCC Tunnel 1to Specific Parks PVR, CCC, LOB PVR, HIW Golden Only Allowed X X X x Y X X X N X X X X x Fees Amount CRM CRM CRM Applicable Park C.6, C.9,C.25, C.6, C.9,C.27, C.2, C.9,C.28 Regulations C.19, C.30 C.10, C.11 C.30 C.26 C.30 C.15 C.6

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Recreation and Activity Guide

While a vast majority of use within the JCOS system occurs on designated trails in the form of hiking, running, mountain biking, and horseback riding, JCOS has a history of managing other nature-based activities. Additionally, each year brings new and emerging uses to consider. In order to best promote the visitor experience and encourage harmony among visitors and the natural environment, each activity has specific criteria and, in some cases, may not be approved as an appropriate use of JCOS managed land. 1. Aerial Acrobatics • Aerial acrobatics are prohibited and permits are not issued for this activity. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.6. Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources.

2. After Hours Use • Visitation outside of park hours is only allowed on a permitted basis for the purposes of research, camping, emergency response team and wilderness medicine training, and JCOS sponsored events. • Permits are not issued for recreational purposes outside of designated park hours. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.20 Closed Areas, 6.4.1.C.21 Park Hours.

3. Art Displays/Walks/Installation • Art displays which are left unattended are considered abandoned property and will be removed in accordance with abandoned property procedures. • Art walks are not allowed, and permits are not issued for this activity. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.14 Litter, 6.4.1.C.27 Unlawful Improvements, 6.4.1.C.28 Abandoned Property; 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

4. Boating • Boating is allowed in the form of human-powered whitewater specific devices (e.g. multi-chamber inflatables, whitewater kayaks, standup paddle boards, etc.) in: Clear Creek, Bear Creek, and the North Fork of the South Platte at Pine Valley Ranch Park. • Boating is prohibited on all other bodies of water on JCOS managed land, including: belly boats, standup paddle boards, canoes, kayaks, motorized boats, remote controlled boats, etc.… • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.19 Swimming/Boating.

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activity. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.26.b Missiles and Craft.

6. Camping • Camping is allowed only in designated campgrounds within the Special Use Areas listed in Appendix 7 and is prohibited elsewhere in JCOS managed land. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.22 Camping.

7. Collection of Natural Resources Removal of any non-personal item(s) from JCOS managed land is prohibited per Park Regulations, apart from the following exceptions: • Scientific collection with approved Research and Collections permit. • Cultural and indigenous collection with approved Research and Collections permit. • Applicable Colorado Parks and Wildlife permit. • State Historic Preservation Office permit. • Zeolite – JCOS regulates zeolite collection without a park permit on North Table Mountain Park through the following guidelines: i. Collection is allowed for personal and non-commercial purposes only. ii. Collection will be restricted to two historically used locations at North Table Mountain Park (one at the main quarry, the other at the southeast quarry). Access to these areas is only allowed through JCOS trails and parking areas. iii. Only non-powered hand tools are allowed for extraction of zeolites. iv. An individual may remove a maximum of five pounds of material per calendar year. • Gold – Recreational gold prospecting is allowed without acquiring a park permit in Clear Creek only; from mm 270.5 west to the Jefferson/Clear Creek county line (approximately mile marker 260.5). Prospecting activities are prohibited in all other JCOS parks and permits will not be issued for this purpose. JCOS regulates prospecting through the following guidelines: i. Digging into or destruction of stable shoreline, banks or existing vegetation is not permitted. Prospecting activities are permitted within the normal, disturbed stream channel. Keeping one foot in the water is a step in the right direction. ii. All prospecting holes must be filled in before leaving site. iii. Dredges and equipment may not be left overnight. iv. No prospecting within 100 feet of structures including bridges, steps and fish habitat improvements. v. Only dredges with a nozzle diameter of four inches or fewer are permitted. vi. No dripping or leaking of fuel or oil allowed. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.7 Collection of Natural Resources, 6.4.1.C.8 Destruction of Wildlife Habitat..

8. Commercial Activity • A Park Permit may be obtained from Jeffco Open Space to authorize companies or individuals to conduct business within Jeffco Open Space managed lands. A Park Permit provides a group with a

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non-exclusive license to offer services to park visitors. • An organization is considered a business if it provides goods, services, or activities to the public using Jeffco Open Space managed lands. If an individual receives any form of compensation for what they are providing, they are considered to be conducting a business or commercial activity. • Permitted activities must be appropriate to the mission of Jeffco Open Space; complement resource protection, visitor protection and interpretation goals; and not pose any potential for degradation of values or purposes for which Jeffco Open Space was established. • All forms of commercial activity are subject to JCOS cost recovery fees as outlined in Appendix 4 and 5 and must submit a year-end use report no later than January 10th of the following year. • The following commercial activities are permitted by JCOS as of this writing:

i. Commercial Filming JCOS permits small scale commercial filming that compliments the goals of JCOS at the approved Special Use Areas listed in Appendix 7, and must abide by all Park Permit Terms and Conditions listed in Appendix 6. The maximum number of total participants permitted for a film shoot is 14.

ii. Commercial Guiding JCOS allows paid guiding services to operate through the issuance of a Commercial Activity permit. All activities provided must support the goals of JCOS and be appropriate for the area that they’re conducted, and all commercial guiding services must submit a Certificate of Insurance meeting the criteria listed in Appendix 2. All commercial guiding services must abide by the Park Permit Terms and Conditions listed in Appendix 6. Currently, the following activities are approved for commercial guiding: • Guided Rock/Ice Climbing • Guided River trips including; Rafting, Kayaking, Standup Paddle Boarding (SUP), etc… • Guided Mountain Biking • Commercial Tours • Guided Hiking • Guided Trail Runs • Commercial Dog Walking Services • Guided Fishing

iii. Nature-play/Outdoor Based Early Learning Schools JCOS permits outdoor based early learning programs at designated Special Use Areas as listed in Appendix 7 through the issuance of a Commercial Activity permit. All Park Permit Terms and Conditions listed in Appendix 6 apply to these programs

iv. Commercial Photography JCOS allows paid portrait photography through the issuance of a Commercial Activity permit. Applications are available through the JCOS website and must abide by the Park Permit Terms and Conditions listed in Appendix 6.

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v. Product Demonstrations JCOS permits outdoor related companies and organizations to promote products at designated areas as listed in Appendix 7. Product demos must stage in oversized vehicle parking areas and are permitted to stage one 10’x10’ canopy, one vehicle, one trailer, one bike rack, and a maximum of 13 bikes. Parking is not reserved for product demonstrations and issuance of a permit is based on time, location, and capacity limits of each JCOS park. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

9. Concerts • Concerts may be allowed on a case-by-case basis at Hiwan Heritage Park and Beaver Ranch Park with the issuance of a Park Permit. • Concerts and all other amplified noise is prohibited in all other parks. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.25 Unreasonable Noise, 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

10. Demonstration Activities First Amendment Considerations: In general, restrictions on free speech expression and activities on public property must be content neutral and reasonable in terms of time, place and manner. For public properties where there is more of an expectation that the free expressions of ideas would occur, the restrictions must also be narrowly tailored to service a significant governmental interest and leave open ample alternative channels of communication. • Group size is limited to the guidelines for group use as detailed within this document, or those posted in the park or on the JCOS website, whichever are most restrictive. • As with all uses of JCOS Property, Demonstration Activities must comply with all Park Regulations while on JCOS Property. For example, the Park Regulations make it unlawful to: i. Use JCOS Property outside of posted Park hours. ii. Deface, damage or in any way vandalize a Park, natural resources, or structures. iii. Attach any objects to trees or structures. iv. Harass, chase, harm, capture, kill, maim, or possess and wildlife. v. Engage in any careless or reckless behavior or activity that constitutes a hazard to personal safety. vi. Enter an area that is closed to public access. vii. Use sound amplification devices or make unreasonably loud noises. viii. Attach or install any kind of sign, banner, or other structure. Hand-held signs are allowed. ix. Interfere with a JCOS Ranger’s performance of official duties. • A Demonstration Activity must comply with all applicable state and federal laws. For example, the harassment of another person in a public place is a violation of Section 18-9-111 of the Colorado Criminal Code. The applicable definition of harassment can be found in definitions section of this document. • A Demonstration Activity is restricted to non-trail, developed areas such as parking lots. Trail activities are prohibited to allow for safe use by visitors, staff and volunteers, and to use JCOS Property for those purposes authorized and promoted by the JCOS Enabling Resolution and other guiding documents. • To avoid visitor congestion and protect visitor safety, a Demonstration Activity must be conducted at least 15’ from any restroom, occupied picnic shelter, information kiosk, or other visitor information

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sign. • As with any proposed organized activity on JCOS parks, a Park Permit application is required in specific instances. These instances can be found within the Park Permits section of this document. • If required, a Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS) Park Permit (Permit) application must be submitted at least 10 days before the proposed Demonstration Activity. • If a proposed Demonstration Activity would violate any Park Regulation or other use restriction applicable to JCOS Property, a Park Permit will not be issued.

11. Dog Training • Paid dog trainers may operate on JCOS managed land with the issuance of a Commercial Activity park permit. All trainers must abide by the following criteria: i. A maximum ratio of four dogs per trainer may not be exceeded at any time. ii. No more than two trainers per company may operate within a single park at any given time. iii. All dogs must be under physical control at all times. iv. Off-leash dog training is not permitted within JCOS managed land (exceptions may be made for Emergency Response Teams). • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.11 Pets, 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

12. Dog Walking Services • Commercial dog walking services may operate on JCOS managed land with the issuance of a Commercial Activity park permit. All dog walking services must abide by the following criteria: i. A maximum ratio of four dogs per handler may not be exceeded at any time. ii. No more than two handlers per company may operate within a single park at any given time. iii. All dogs must be under physical control at all times. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.11 Pets, 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

13. Electric Bicycles (e-bikes) • Class 1 e-bikes are allowed on any natural surface trail or paved trail where bicycles are authorized to travel. • Class 2 e- bikes are allowed on any paved trail where bicycles are authorized to travel. • Class 3 e-bikes are allowed only on roads and in parking lots where motorized vehicles are authorized to travel. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.18 Use of e-bikes.

14. Emergency Response Teams/Governmental Operations • JCOS supports the training and response of Emergency Response Teams (e.g. Wildland Firefighting, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Search and Rescue, Wilderness Medicine Training, etc.), and partnering governmental organizations who benefit JCOS (e.g. Military, United States Geological

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Survey (USGS) Drone Teams, Civil Air Patrol, etc.). • Permits are required for all training operations, and organizations can apply through the General Use permit application. • In cases where annual permits are issued, the organization must submit a request for use to ps@ jeffco.us no less than ten business days from desired date. • Partnering emergency response organizations are generally permitted to utilize vehicles within JCOS park boundaries so long as use does not result in excessive damage to resources or create a negative impact to JCOS park visitors. All vehicles should stay on emergency access routes and durable surfaces during trainings and use of vehicles should be mentioned in permit request. • Any vehicle operating outside of public roadways must be an official team vehicle with the organization’s logo clearly visible. Personal vehicles may not operate outside of public roadways. If a team vehicle does not have a visible logo, the organization may request a JCOS vehicle hang-tag in their application, which must be clearly displayed at all times while outside of public roadways. • Emergency Response Teams may exceed maximum group size limits, within reason. An estimate of total participants should be included in all requests. • Trainings may occur in areas which are otherwise closed to the public, upon request and JCOS approval. • Trainings may occur outside of park hours, upon request and JCOS approval. • Search and Rescue dog teams (Search and Rescue Dogs of Colorado, Front Range Rescue Dogs, and Law Enforcement Dog teams) may train with dogs off-leash upon written approval from JCOS in their Park Permit. When not actively participating in a training exercise, all dogs must remain on leash. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

15. Equestrian Use • All JCOS parks, except Lookout Mountain Nature Center and Preserve, Cathedral Spires Park, and Mount Galbraith Park, are open to horses and pack animals. • Equestrian-friendly campsites are located within White Ranch and Reynolds Parks. • Corrals are located at Crown Hill Park and the West Trailhead at White Ranch Park. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.22 Camping; 6.4.1.C.32 Posted Notice.

16. Fishing and Trapping • Fishing is allowed on all JCOS managed bodies of water unless posted otherwise. • All park visitors who are actively fishing or occupying JCOS lands with the intent to fish must comply with all Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Fishing Regulations. • Placing, setting, and leaving traps of any kind, including any trapping exceptions made by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), is prohibited on all JCOS managed land.

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• Trapping exceptions may be made for JCOS approved scientific research purposes. Permittees must apply for and obtain a Research and Collections Permit at least ten days in advance of trapping activity. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.1 Fishing; 6.4.1.C.2 Hunting/Trapping; 6.4.1.C.3 Feeding Wildlife; 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

17. Geocaching • Geocaching is allowed only in areas where such activity does not promote hazardous activity, the degradation of vegetation or cultural resources, or the creation of undesignated trails. • Should the placement of a Geocache encourage negative impacts of any kind, JCOS Rangers may remove the Geocache in accordance with applicable park regulations. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.5 Natural Resource Protection Closure, 6.4.1.C.6 Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources, 6.4.1.C.13 Damage to Property/Vandalism, 6.4.1.C.16 Hazardous Activity, 6.4.1.C.20 Closed Areas, 6.4.1.C.28 Abandoned Property.

18. Group Use To best preserve the desired visitor experience, JCOS limits group size on trails (outside of designated picnic or gathering areas) into the following numbers based on activity: i. Pedestrians, Hikers, or Trail Runners: 14 ii. Rock Climbers: 14 iii. Bikes: 8 iv. Equestrians: 8 • Groups must be distinctly separate and must not elicit the feeling from park visitors or JCOS staff that multiple groups are part of the same event/organization. • Permits may be issued as an exception to maximum group sizes on a case-by-case basis for educational purposes (e.g. school field trips), partner agency training and operations (Emergency Response Teams; e.g. Fire, Search and Rescue, etc.) and cases of health and human safety, including school athletic teams and clubs as needed. Exceptions will not be made for recreational purposes outside of Special Activity Park Permits and Special Use Areas. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

19. Hang-gliding and Para-gliding • JCOS allows members of the Rocky Mountain Hang-gliding and Para-gliding Association (RMHPA) to launch from two designated Special Use Areas as listed in Appendix 7. • Anyone launching from JCOS managed land must be an active member of the RMHPA and provide documentation of membership while on site. • RMHPA must annually provide written approval from the Colorado School of Mines to utilize a landing area, as well as provide a Certificate of Insurance meeting all criteria listed in Appendix 2.

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• Fees for use are based on the criteria listed in Appendix 4. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.26 Missiles and Craft; 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

20. Hunting • Hunting is allowed during a seasonal closure at Centennial Cone Park by permit only. The late season hunting access occurs December 1 through January 31 of each year. Hunting is managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife on the closed Cabrini portion of Matthews/Winters Park, December 1 through January 1. • Permit applicants must hold a valid late season antler-less elk, female or either sex deer license issued by Colorado Parks and Wildlife for the Jefferson County portion of Game Management Unit 38. • Private Land Only licenses are not valid at Centennial Cone Park. Colorado Parks and Wildlife provides a list of eligible hunters for this area to JCOS. JCOS will then notify these eligible hunters about applying for a Centennial Cone Park hunting access permit. • Permits are only available to hunters who have qualified through the appropriate licensing process. • Once a hunter has been notified of their eligibility, access applications are generally due to JCOS in September. Access permits are limited to 55 elk and 35 deer license holders. Hunters are allowed to enter the property during the time frame specified on the access permit. • Before gaining access to Centennial Cone Park, permit holders are required to complete JCOS hunting orientation, which is held in early November. Hunter orientation is accessible through a video link which can be viewed remotely. Viewing of this video is mandatory for first-time, permitted hunters who have not completed the orientation in previous years. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.2 Hunting/Trapping.

21. Ice Farming • Ice farming, the practice of redirecting water in order to produce ice for the purpose of ice climbing, is prohibited by State Water Law (title 37). Permits are not issued on JCOS managed land. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.6 Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources; 6.4.1.C.27 Unlawful Improvements; 6.4.1.C.28 Abandoned Property; Colorado Revised Statute Title 37.

22. Ice Fishing and Ice Skating • Ice fishing and ice skating are allowed only at Pine Valley Ranch Park on Pine Lake. With the exception of Pine Lake and Pine Valley Ranch Park, ice fishing is prohibited on all bodies of water on JCOS managed land. • Thickness of ice is measured periodically by JCOS staff and must measure a minimum depth of eight inches at multiple test sites before access to ice is granted. • All ice use is “At Your Own Risk”. JCOS does not guarantee any aspect of safety or quality and consistency of ice. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.1 Fishing; 6.4.1.C.19 Swimming/Boating; 6.4.1.C.32 Posted Notice.

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23. Kite Flying • Flying of recreational kites is allowed while abiding by the following guidelines: i. Without exception, piloted aircraft, including para-gliders and hang-gliders, have the right-of-way. ii. All portions of activity should occur on durable surfaces. iii. Never fly over any person or moving vehicle. iv. Maintain situational awareness of other park visitors and roadway use (cars, bikes, hikers, paragliders, etc.) to avoid causing a hazard or distraction to others. v. Maintain safe flying and landing distance of at least 20 feet from onlookers and the roadway. vi. Refrain from any activity that could be considered harmful to wildlife habitat or natural resources. Respect seasonal raptor closures, if in effect. vii. Never interfere with emergency response activities such as disaster relief, any type of accident response, law enforcement activities, firefighting, or hurricane recovery efforts. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.8 Destruction of Wildlife Habitat; 6.4.1.C.9 Wildlife Protection.

24. Livestock Livestock use on JCOS managed land can generally fit into two categories: • Recreational – i. Recreational use of livestock (e.g. pack llamas, running with burros, etc.) is allowed without permit in areas that are otherwise open to the public. In this instance, livestock are considered as pets and must abide by all applicable Park Regulations. • Agricultural – Hay and Grazing Licenses i. JCOS may occasionally use haying and/or grazing as a natural resource management tool. ii. The Invasive Species Management Coordinator (ISMC) acts as the JCOS designated representative. iii. Licensees are selected through a competitive bid process. iv. Timing and duration of haying and grazing activities are determined by the ISMC based on annual site conditions. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.10 Livestock; 6.4.1.C.11 Pets.

25. Longboards • Longboarding is prohibited on all JCOS managed roadways pursuant to Colorado Revised Statute Title 42.

26. Memorials on Open Space Lands • In general, memorials are not allowed on JCOS managed land and unauthorized memorials will be removed within 30 days grace period of discovery. • Additional information regarding memorials and dispersing ashes of remains can be found in Appendix 8. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.6 Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources; 6.4.1.C.14 Litter, 6.4.1.C.27 Unlawful Improvements, 6.4.1.C.28 Abandoned Property, 6.4.1.C.29 Dumping.

27. Metal Detecting • Metal detecting is allowed; however, the participant may not keep any item that they find or disturb

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any natural surface (outside of the above exception in Clear Creek and in cases where the participant is actively searching for a lost personal item). • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.6 Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources; 6.4.1.C.7 Collection of Natural Resources.

28. Mobile Fitness Centers/Fitness Equipment Caches • Caching boxes or containers of gym style fitness equipment (e.g. punching bag, barbells, weights, aerial acrobatics systems, etc.) on JCOS managed land is prohibited and Park Permits will not be issued for this activity. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.28 Abandoned Property; 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

29. Mobility Devices (OPDMD) Individuals with mobility disabilities may use Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMD) on JCOS Properties subject to requirements and criteria: • JCOS Park Regulations apply to the use of OPDMDs. • OPDMDs may not be used in closed areas. • The use of OPDMDs may not damage natural and/or cultural resources or wildlife habitat. • An OPDMD is categorized as an “other wheeled visitor” and must comply with the yielding order set forth in JCOS Park Regulations. • An OPDMD must remain on trails except to the extent necessary to comply with the yielding requirements. An OPDMD must be capable of being turned around within the trail tread in a safe manner. • An OPDMD may only be operated on trails with grades (slopes) of 12% or less. • An OPDMD may be up to 32 inches wide. • An OPDMD may be up to 6 feet long. • An OPDMD may weigh up to 150 pounds (excluding the visitor’s weight). • An OPDMD must be electric powered. • An OPDMD must be operated at a safe speed. • An OPDMD must have the capacity to safely negotiate trail features and obstructions such as steps and other vertical displacements, water dams, loose gravel, and rocks.

A JCOS representative inquiring as to a mobility disability or use of an OPDMD on JCOS Properties shall comply with the following:

• The JCOS employee or volunteer shall not ask a person using an OPDMD questions about the nature and extent of the person’s disability. • The JCOS employee or volunteer may ask a person using an OPDMD to provide a credible assurance that the OPDMD is required because of the person’s disability. Credible assurance includes: i. A valid, State-issued, disability parking placard or card, or other State-issued proof. ii. A verbal representation, not contradicted by observable fact, that the OPDMD is being used for a mobility disability. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.17 Use of Motorized Vehicles

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30. Motorless, Radio-controlled Gliders Launching, landing, and flying of motorless, radio-controlled gliders is allowed in specific areas of Lookout Mountain while adhering to the following guidelines: • Fly only radio-controlled, un-tethered gliders. • Flight is limited to motor-less, non-power propelled craft only. • Maximum size: 100-inch wingspan. • Maximum weight: 5 lbs. • All transmitters must meet current Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) and Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) guidelines. • Hand launch only. • Only launch, fly, and land in a safe, controlled, and cautious manner: A. Lookout Mountain is an advanced flying area. All pilots must have previous experience elsewhere launching and landing in a safe and controlled manner before attempting to fly at Lookout Mountain. B. First time pilots to this location should only fly under the supervision of more experienced Lookout Mountain pilots. C. ll MRC Glider pilots shall observe all applicable Jefferson County Open Space Park Regulations and Recreation and Activity Guidelines: Following these specific guidelines allows for flying sailplanes without creating a hazard, harassing, or harming wildlife; and/or violating Jeffco Open Space Park and FAA Safety protocols: i. Without exception, piloted aircraft, including para-gliders and hang-gliders, have the right-of-way. ii. Always observe Blue Sky Rule; maintain visual blue sky between your glider and any other piloted aircraft when flying with manned aircraft nearby; do not cross paths visually. If uncomfortable/ unable to maintain Blue Sky Rule, land and wait until the area is clear. iii. Gliders flying at lower elevation have priority. iv. Keep your glider within your visual line of sight. v. Do not fly at night. vi. Park safely and legally. Do not park with any part of your vehicle, including tires and mirrors, inside the area between the white fog line and the yellow center lines, which designate the roadway. vii. Never fly over any person or moving vehicle. viii. Stand outside the roadway guard rail while flying. For your safety, keep the guard rail between you and all roadway use. ix. Maintain situational awareness of other park visitors and roadway use (cars, bikes, hikers, paragliders, etc.) to avoid causing a hazard or distraction to others. x. Maintain safe flying and landing distance of at least 20 feet from onlookers and the roadway. xi. Refrain from any activity that could be considered harmful to wildlife habitat or natural resources. Respect seasonal raptor closures, if in effect. xii. Never interfere with emergency response activities such as disaster relief, any type of accident response, law enforcement activities, firefighting, or hurricane recovery efforts. xiii. Never fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Many over-the-counter medications have side effects that could impact your ability to safely operate your glider.

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31. Mountain Boards • Only mountain-boards with a mechanical brake are allowed on JCOS managed land. • All mountain board use must occur on durable surfaces and abide by all JCOS Park Regulations. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.6 Destruction of Natural Resources; 6.4.1.C.24 Passing on Trails.

32. Onewheel Devices • Onewheel branded and similar devices are prohibited on JCOS managed land. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.17 Use of Motorized Vehicles.

33. Releasing Wildlife • Releasing wildlife for the purposes of rehabilitation or relocation may be allowed on a case-by-case basis with the issuance of a park permit. Releasing any wildlife for any other purpose is prohibited and will not be issued a park permit. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.4 Releasing Wildlife, 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

34. Remote Control Devices • Remote controlled cars and similar devices are prohibited on all JCOS managed land. • For guidance regarding aerial devices, such as gliders and drones, refer to Unmanned Aircraft Systems. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.26 Missiles and Crafts.

35. Rock and Ice Climbing • Rock climbing and ice climbing are allowed in areas which are open to the public so long as participants abide by all JCOS Park Regulations and Guidelines. Installation of fixed hardware for the purposes of rock climbing requires a park permit and is managed under the Fixed Hardware Management Guidelines in Appendix 3. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits; 6.4.1.C.6 Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources; 6.4.1.C.28 Abandoned Property.

36. Sales of Hard-goods • JCOS does not allow or permit the sale of any hard-good (e.g. retail items, food, etc.) on JCOS managed land at any time. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

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37. Service Animals • Service Animal – defined by law as a dog or miniature horse that has been individually trained to perform a specific task or service for a person with a disability. A service animal is considered an extension of a person with a disability and is allowed in any place that is open to the public. • Companion/Assistance Animal – Companion and assistance animals are defined as animals that help a person with a disability alleviate one or more symptoms of their disability while in their home. • Therapy animals - therapy animals are taken to hospitals, schools and other facilities to provide therapy to the people there. Therapy animals visit people with disabilities to provide them a form of therapy. • Intentional misrepresentation – this means it is a crime to knowingly take a non-service animal into a public business under the guise that it is a service animal. Intentional misrepresentation is a Petty Offense. • If a JCOS Ranger observes a visitor who does not have an obvious disability or need for a service animal, the ranger can ask two or three questions: 1. Is that your pet? If the person says, “No, it is my Assistance Animal (Service Dog, Hearing Dog, Guide Dog).” 2. Is the animal required because of your disability? And 3. What task does it perform? • The person with a service animal cannot be asked any other questions, such as what their disability is, nor can they be asked to show the animal performing the task. • A qualified service animal can be excluded from JCOS lands and facilities when that animal’s behavior poses a threat to the health and safety of others. In these cases, a JCOS Ranger can ask that the animal be removed. If the owner refuses, the staff can write a pet offense summons, call Jeffco Animal Control or Jeffco Sheriff Office (JCSO) at their discretion. • In the case where a qualified service dog is off-leash, the ranger may ask if the dog can perform the service while leashed. If the dog can perform the service while on leash, the Ranger can ask the visitor if they can leash the animal while on JCOS managed property. If the dog must be off leash to perform the service and the animal’s behavior is not posing a threat to the health and safety of others, the qualified service dog can remain off-leash. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.11 Pets.

38. Shooting • Shooting of any kind is prohibited on all JCOS managed land. • Permits are not issued for this activity. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.15 Firearms/Projectiles.

39. Slacklines, Longlines, and Highlines • Slacklines - Slacklining is prohibited on JCOS managed land. • Longlines - JCOS may issue permits for longlines in a Special Use Area at Mount Falcon Park on a case by case basis due to the unique topography of the area that allows for low risk practice of the activity. • Highlines - In 2015, JCOS updated its management guidelines for installation of highlining fixed

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hardware through a permitted process. All previously established anchors were grandfathered in during this process; however, any new permanent anchors for new highlines must go through the fixed hardware permit process. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.6 Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources; 6.4.1.C.27 Unlawful Improvements; 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

40. Sledding • Sledding is allowed on JCOS managed land in areas that are otherwise open to the public. • JCOS may restrict or prohibit sledding if there is indication that any Park Regulation, including destruction of natural resources or hazardous activity is in question. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.6 Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources.

41. Tubing • Innertubes are allowed in Clear Creek Canyon Park when water restrictions are not in effect. • Innertubes are prohibited in all other bodies of water on JCOS managed land. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.19 Swimming/Boating.

42. Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS; Drones) • Recreational UAS use is prohibited on and above all JCOS managed land. • UAS use is permitted only in cases of approved scientific research which directly benefits JCOS, for emergency response and/or training by official emergency response teams, for use by landowners with easements on JCOS land (e.g. conducting surveys of utility lines), or when contracted by JCOS for JCOS purposes. • Anyone operating a UAS on or above JCOS managed land via an approved park permit must be currently licensed by the Federal Aviation Association (FAA). • Recreational or filming UAS use will not be permitted. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.9 Wildlife Protection; 6.4.1.C.16 Hazardous Activity; 6.4.1.C.25 Unreasonable Noise; 6.4.1.C.26 Missiles and Craft.

43. Wading/Swimming • Wading is allowed in Clear Creek, Bear Creek, and the North Fork of the South Platte for the purposes of fishing. • Swimming is allowed in Clear Creek when high water restrictions are not in effect. • Swimming and wading are prohibited in all other bodies of water on JCOS managed land. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.19 Swimming/Boating

44. Weddings • Weddings consisting of 14 total people or fewer are allowed without a park permit. • Weddings with more than 14 people may be permitted at Pine Valley Ranch Park and Hiwan Heritage

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Park via a shelter reservation. • Any paid professional (e.g. photographer, officiant, etc.) must obtain a valid Commercial Use Park Permit. • Applicable Regulation(s): 6.4.1.C.30 Park Permits.

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Park Permits Any activity on JCOS managed land that conflicts with Park Regulations or provides a benefit to an individual, group, or organization, rather than the public at large requires a permit. Such activities include hosting an event, organized activity, or commercial activity. Park Permits are broken down into several specific categories as seen below. All applications for Park Permits require a minimum of 10 business days to process, and depending on the complexity of the request, may occasionally require additional time. 1. Commercial Activity • A Park Permit may be obtained from Jeffco Open Space to authorize companies or individuals to conduct business within Jeffco Open Space managed land. A Park Permit provides a group with a non-exclusive license to offer services to park visitors. • An organization is considered a business if it provides goods, services, or activities to the public using Jeffco Open Space managed land. If an individual receives any form of compensation for what they are providing they are considered to be conducting a business or commercial activity. • Permitted activities must be appropriate to the mission of Jeffco Open Space; complement resource protection, visitor protection and interpretation goals; and not pose any potential for degradation of values or purposes for which Jeffco Open Space was established. • All forms of commercial activity are subject to JCOS cost recovery fees as outlined in Appendix 4 and 5 and must submit a year-end use report no later than January 10th of the following year. • The following commercial activities are permitted by JCOS as of this writing:

A. Product Demonstrations • JCOS permits outdoor related companies and organizations to promote products at designated areas as listed in Appendix 7. • Product demos must stage in oversized vehicle parking areas and are permitted to stage one 10'x10' canopy, one vehicle, one trailer, one bike rack, and a maximum of 13 bikes. • Parking is not reserved for product demonstrations and issuance of a permit is based on time, location, and capacity limits of each JCOS park.

B. Commercial Portrait Photography • JCOS allows paid portrait photography through the issuance of a Commercial Activity permit. This permit type is intended for professional portrait photos which will be used for personal purposes by the client, or within a photographers portfolio. • Applications for both single-day use and annual-use are available through the JCOS website and permittees must abide by the Park Permit Terms and Conditions listed in Appendix 6.

C. Commercial Filming and Photography for Advertising Purposes • JCOS permits small scale commercial filming and photography for advertising purposes outside of portrait photogrpahy on a case-by-case basis. • Any product or advertisement must complement the goals of JCOS. • All participants must abide by all Park Permit Terms and Conditions listed in Appendix 6.

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• The maximum number of total participants permitted for a film or photo shoot is 14. • Vehicular access to internal portions of parks will not be permitted.

D. Nature-play/Outdoor-based Early Learning Schools • JCOS permits outdoor-based early learning programs at designated Special Use Areas as listed in Appendix 7 through the issuance of a Commercial Activity permit. All Park Permit Terms and Conditions listed in Appendix 6 apply to these programs.

E. Commercial Guiding • JCOS allows paid guiding services to operate through the issuance of a Commercial Activity permit. All activities provided must support the goals of JCOS and be appropriate for the area that they’re conducted, and all commercial guiding services must submit a Certificate of Insurance meeting the criteria listed in Appendix 2. All commercial guiding services must abide by the Park Permit Terms and Conditions listed in Appendix 6. Currently, the following activities are approved for commercial guiding: i. Guided Rock/Ice Climbing ii. Guided River trips including; Rafting, Kayaking, Standup Paddle Boarding (SUP), etc… iii. Guided Mountain Biking iv. Commercial Tours v. Guided Hiking vi. Guided Trail Runs vii. Commercial Dog Walking Services and Dog Trainers viii. Guided Fishing ix. Outdoor Skills Training

2. General Use • Defined as any activity or gathering which provides a benefit to an individual, group, or organization, rather than the public at large. And/or • Groups conducting the same event more than once in a three-month period if the activity has the potential to impact resources or other visitors’ experience, as determined by Jeffco Open Space. And/ or • Any activity which may conflict with JCOS Park Regulations or the mission of Jeffco Open Space.

3. Research and Collections • A Park Permit is required to conduct research activities or to collect any biological resource elements from Jeffco Open Space managed land. Examples of criteria for a Research and Collections Permit include: i. Collection of plants, wildlife, invertebrates, soil, water, or other biological resource elements ii. Entering a closed area iii. Conducting research, in the form of ecological studies, visitor surveys, or similar activities iv. Research that conflicts with any JCOS Park Regulation

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4. School Groups • All school groups, regardless of group size or activity, must have a valid Park Permit, including all athletic teams, clubs, field trips, or other organized activities. School groups of more than 60 total people, when outside of special use areas listed in Appendix 7, will not be permitted, and issuance of a permit is based on time, location, and capacity limits of each park. • A valid certificate of insurance which lists Jefferson County Open Space as a certificate holder is required for all school groups. • Permits for school groups are issued on a single-trip basis. Annual/blanket permits are not issued.

5. Special Activity • A Special Use Park Permit is required for events such as races, tours, rides and festivals, and are divided into two categories: i. Category 1: Events that exceed 200 people and/or require exclusive use of JCOS managed trails or park. A maximum of five total Category 1 special events may be permitted per calendar year and are limited to a maximum of one event per visitor group: hiking/running, equestrian, mountain biking, cultural arts, etc... Category 1 events must be administered by a public or non-profit organization to benefit a charitable cause and the organization must be the applicant for the permit. ii. Category 2: Events that are less than 200 people and do not require exclusive use of a JCOS park, trail or other area. • Applications for Special Use permits are accepted online once annually in October for the following calendar year.

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1. Definitions

Aerial Acrobatics: A type of performance in which one or more artists perform aerial acrobatics while hanging from a fabric. The fabric may be hung as two pieces, or a single piece, folded to make a loop, classified as hammock silks. After Hours Use: Any occupation of a park or facility outside of standard park hours. Building, Antenna, Span, Earth (BASE) Jumping: A parachute jump from the top of a building, bridge, cliff, etc., usually at a height of 1,000 feet (305 meters) or less. Boating: The operation of every description of watercraft used or capable of being used as a means of transportation of persons and property on water. Camping: The act of occupying a designated area with the intent of spending the night in a tent, bivy, or similar temporary structure. Collection of Natural Resources: Removing any non-personal items from JCOS managed lands. Commercial Activity: Providing any good, service, or activity on JCOS managed land where there is an exchange of any form of compensation. Demonstration Activities: Demonstrations, petitioning, protesting, proselytizing, picketing, speechmaking, marching, holding vigils or religious services, and all other like forms of conduct that involve the communication or expression of views or grievances, engaged in by one or more persons. Dog Trainers: Any person who receives any form of compensation for the purposes of training a dog. Persons training their own legally registered dog are not considered dog trainers. Electric Bicycles (E-bikes): A vehicle with: • Two or three wheels • Fully operable pedals • An electric motor not exceeding 750 watts of power • All e-bikes must meet the conditions for 1 of the 3 designated e-bike classes: • Class 1 E-bike: Equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 20 miles per hour. • Class 2 E-bike: Equipped with a motor that provides assistance regardless of whether the rider is pedaling but ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 20 miles per hour.

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• Class 3 E-bike: Equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 28 miles per hour. Emergency Response Teams: Any governmental, non-governmental, non-profit, or for-profit group or organization whose purpose is to provide the service of locating, relieving distress and preserving life of, and removing survivors and/or deceased from the site of a disaster, emergency, or hazard to a place of safety in case of lost, stranded, entrapped, or injured persons. Equestrian: A rider on horseback. Fishing and Trapping: “Fishing” means any effort made to take any fish, amphibian, crustacean, or mollusk. “Trapping” means taking or attempting to take wildlife by the use of a trap. Geocaching: The recreational activity of hunting for and finding a hidden object by means of Global Positioning System (GPS) coordinates posted on a website. Glider: For the purpose of these guidelines, a glider is a heavier-than-air hobby craft that is supported in flight by the dynamic reaction of the air against its lifting surfaces, and whose free flight does not depend on a motor. Hang-gliding: Flying using an unpowered flying apparatus consisting of a frame with a fabric airfoil stretched over it. Harassment: The harassment of another person is a violation of Section 18-9-111 of the Colorado Criminal Code (Kiana Arellano’s Law). Under this law a person commits harassment if, with intent to harass, annoy, or alarm another person, he or she: • Strikes, shoves, kicks, or otherwise touches a person or subjects him to physical contact; or • In a public place directs obscene language or makes an obscene gesture to or at another person; or • Follows a person in or about a public place; or • Repeatedly insults, taunts, challenges, or makes communications in offensively coarse language to, another in a manner likely to provoke a violent or disorderly response. Hunt: To pursue, attract, stalk, lie in wait for, or attempt to shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, collect, or take wildlife. “Hunt” does not include stalking, attracting, searching, or lying in wait for wildlife by an unarmed person solely for the purpose of watching or taking photographs of wildlife. Ice Fishing: Fish through holes cut into ice on a body of water. Ice Skating: The sport or activity of moving on ice, wearing ice skates (boots with thin metal bars attached to the bottoms). Livestock: Cattle, sheep, goats, swine, mules, poultry, horses, alternative livestock, as defined in section Colorado Revised Statute 35-41.5-102 (1), and such domesticated animals as fox, mink, marten, chinchilla, Last Updated: October, 2020 Section - Appendix 1 - Definitions Page 31 Jefferson County Open Space - Recreation and Activity Management Guide

beaver, and rabbits, and all other animals raised or kept for profit. Longboards: A type of skateboarding without mechanical brakes which may be used to descend or travel along a hardened surface. Metal Detecting: The use of an electronic device that gives an audible or other signal when it is close to metal. Mobile Fitness Centers/Fitness Equipment Caches: Fitness equipment that is left unsupervised outside of park hours. Mobility Devices (OPDMD): Per the U.S. Department of Justice, an Other Power-Driven Mobility Device (OPDMD) is “Any mobility device powered by batteries, fuel, or other engines… that is used by individuals with mobility disabilities for the purpose of locomotion, including golf cars, electronic personal assistance mobility devices… such as the Segway® PT, or any mobility device designed to operate in areas without defined pedestrian routes, but that is not a wheelchair”. When an OPDMD is being used by a person with a mobility disability”, different rules apply under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) than when it is being used by a person without a disability. Mountain Board: A mountain board is made up of components including a deck, bindings to secure the rider to the deck, four wheels with pneumatic tires, and two steering mechanisms known as trucks that is designed to be ridden by a person off of a hardened surface. Onewheel Devices: A self-balancing electric board-sport, recreational personal transporter, often described as an electric skateboard. Paragliding: A sport in which a wide canopy resembling a parachute is attached to a person’s body by a harness in order to allow them to glide through the air after jumping from or being lifted to a height. Remote Control Cars: A device of any size that moves on wheels or tracks which is operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the device. Rock Climbing: The sport or activity of climbing rock faces, typically with the aid of ropes and specialized equipment. Service Animals: Per the U.S. Department of Justice, service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Examples of such work or tasks include guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure, reminding a person with mental illness to take prescribed medications, calming a person with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during an anxiety attack, or performing other duties. Service animals are working animals, not pets. The work or task a dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Slacklines, Longlines, and Highlines: “Slacklining refers to the act of walking or balancing along a suspended length of flat webbing that

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is tensioned between two anchors. Slacklining is similar to slack rope walking and tightrope walking. Slacklines differ from tightwires and tightropes in the type of material used and the amount of tension applied during use. Slacklines are tensioned significantly less than tightropes or tightwires in order to create a dynamic line which will stretch and bounce like a long and narrow trampoline. Tension can be adjusted to suit the user, and different webbing may be used in various circumstances. Slacklining is popular because of its simplicity and versatility; it can be used in various environments with few components.” “Highlining” is slacklining at elevation above the ground or water. To ensure safety, most participants wear a climbing harness or swami belt with a leash attached to the slackline itself. Leash-less, or “free- solo” highlining is prohibited in all cases on JCOS managed land. “Longlining” incorporates the principles of slacklining, with distances that generally exceed 100 feet in length. Because of the length, there are few locations with topography that allow for dip in the line with the participant remaining near the ground. A specific area at Mount Falcon Park is one of the few locations on the Front Range that holds terrain that is adequate for this activity. Tubing: The leisure activity of riding on water on a large inflated single-chamber innertube. Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS; Drones): An aircraft operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft. Gliders are excluded from this definition.

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2. Certificate of Insurance Requirements

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS – GENERAL I Prior to the commencement of any work the vendor shall forward certificates of insurance to the department specified in the award document. II Certificate Holder must be Jefferson County, Colorado Required II Jefferson County must be added as an additional insured to general liability, auto liability, and Required any excess liability policies. III Insurance - Minimum requirement Workers compensation - statutory limits provided by an insurance carrier that is licensed to do Required business in Colorado. The policy shall contain a Waiver of Subrogation on behalf of Jefferson County. Employer’s liability - $100,000 each accident $500,000 disease policy limit $100,000 disease each employee Commercial General Liability - on an Occurrence Form $1M ea The policy must not exclude or reduce coverage for mobile equipment, personal injury; blanket occurrence contractual; and death. Personal injury coverage must have the employee exclusion deleted. The $2M general policy shall contain a Waiver of Subrogation on behalf of Jefferson County. aggregate

Commercial automobile liability insurance - including hired and non-owned vehicles. (If autos are $1M CSL per used in the performance of work under this agreement.) accident Combined single limit for bodily injury and property damage.

All deductibles or self-insured retentions (SIRs) in excess of $5,000 must be listed on the certificate Required of insurance The insurance requirements specified by the county shall remain in effect for the full term of the Required contract and/or agreement and any extension thereof. Updated Certificates of Insurance shall be sent to the county during the full term of the contract and/or agreement and any extension thereof. The county reserves the right to reject any insurer it deems not financially acceptable on insurance Required industry resources. Property and liability insurance companies shall be licensed to do business in Colorado and shall have an A.M. Best rating of not less than A- and/or VII. Additionally, the county reserves the right to reject any insurance with relatively large deductibles or self-insured retentions (SIRs), deemed by the county to pose too high a risk based on the size of the contractor, financial status or rating of the contractor, or based on the size or type of the project and the exposure. Any deviations below the standards given above must be approved by Jefferson County Safety & Required Compliance

IV Any subcontractors must meet the same insurance requirements for the contract or purchase Required order unless Safety & Compliance has approved a deviation Updated 201904

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3. Fixed Hardware Management Guidelines

Fixed Hardware Management Guidelines Management Strategies for Rock Climbing and Slack Lining

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Jeff erson County Open Space (JCOS) manages over 54,000 acres of land where thousands of established climbing routes attract climbers year-round. Our mission is to protect park and natural resources while providing access to healthy, nature-based activities, including rock climbing and slack-lining. With our stated mission in mind and to ensure future access to climbing and slack-lining opportunities in JCOS, climbers and slack-liners are asked to know and adhere to all JCOS Rules and Regulations and the following guidelines. These guidelines apply to all climbing, slack-lining, and fixed hardware activities on all JCOS owned and managed properties. Rock climbing and slack-lining are dangerous activities. Permission to climb or slack-line on JCOS is conditioned on your assumption of all risk. JCOS does not install or take responsibility for any hardware or routes on JCOS owned and managed properties. Permitting Permits are required for the following activities: 1. Installing fixed hardware (bolts, anchors, etc.). See “Fixed Hardware Guidelines,” below. 2. Removing fixed hardware for any reason aside from a substantial safety concern. 3. Installation of permanent chain anchors and metallic perma-draws. These may be allowed on a case by case basis and intended use of these should be reflected in your hardware application. 4. Group activities with fift een or more people. 5. Any commercial activity. This includes paid personal trainers, professional guides, paid climbing classes, and professional photographers. For complete application instructions and forms contact JCOS at climbing@jeff co.us. Fixed Hardware Guidelines For the protection of park and natural resources, the following guidelines must be followed. 1. For rock climbing: all bolts, hangers, and chains shall be assembled from like metals, of stainless steel or titanium (except when added to pre-existing, non-stainless installations; in such instances, like metals shall be used). All bolts shall be minimum 3/8” in diameter. All bolts and hangers shall be strength-rated by the manufacturer to withstand 25kN ultimate shear load and 20kN ultimate tension load. All new hardware must be installed and torqued to manufacturer specifications. Reference regulation: C.17. Hazardous Activity. 2. For slack lining: all bolts, hangers, and chains shall be stainless steel; shall be from a reputable manufacturer; and shall be at least comparable in strength to those of other bolts, hangers, and chains in use by responsible slack liners. All bolts shall be minimum 1/2” in diameter and 4½” long. Reference regulation: C.17. Hazardous Activity. 3. Replacing Hardware: Individuals who are qualified to do so may replace substandard fixed hardware when a safety concern is identified. All replacement hardware must meet the criteria listed above, and JCOS must be notified by email at climbing@jeff co.us within 3 days of the replacement with details of specific hardware and type of hardware that it was replaced with. 4. Permanent non-metal draws (perma-draws) for protection on a route are prohibited. Reference regulation: C.29. Abandoned Property.

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General Guidelines For the protection of park and natural resources, the following guidelines must be followed. 1. Use fixed anchors or traditional climbing gear (cams, nuts, etc.). When possible, avoid using trees or other vegetation as anchors or for tyrolean traverses as this is destructive to cliff ecology and natural resources. Reference regulation: C.6. Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources. 2. Cliff habitat is a delicate ecosystem requiring thousands of years to develop. Leave flora and fauna (e.g. moss, lichen, leaves, and other natural materials) as undisturbed as possible while maintaining a safe route, as this is a critical ecosystem resource. Reference regulation: C.6. Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources. 3. Do not deface, damage, or alter natural rock (e.g. chiseling, chipping, etc) in any way, except to install permitted fixed hardware. Reference regulation: C.6. Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources. 4. No amplified music allowed (ex. phones, radios, mp3 players, speakers, etc.). Amplified music can be a distraction to others, inhibits communication between climbers and belayers, and disturbs wildlife. Reference regulation: C.25 Unreasonable Noise. 5. Consider leaving pets at home. Dogs must be on a physical leash at all times and cannot be left unattended. Dogs present a distraction to belayers and climbers, can create safety issues, and disturb wildlife. The best practice for safety and resource protection is to leave pets at home. Reference Regulation: C.11. Pets. 6. Respect closed areas. Closures exist for two reasons: visitor safety and natural resource protection. Sites may be closed to protect visitor safety in unsafe areas or may be closed to protect sensitive wildlife or natural resources. Know before you go: check the status of your desired route online for temporary closures or advisories before you leave your house. Reference regulation(s): C.5. Natural Resources Protection Closure, C.20. Closed Areas. 7. Gear may not be cached for future use. Found items will be stored for a period of 72 hours at the JCOS off ice. Aft er the storage period, items will be disposed of following “Lost or abandoned property” guidelines. Reference regulation: C.28. Abandoned Property. 8. Report active violations or non-emergencies to the Jeff erson County Sheriff ’s non-emergency number 303-277-0211. 9. Report suspect routes to JCOS at climbing@jeff co.us. Safety Tips 1. In case of an emergency, call 911. 2. Know where you are. In the event of an emergency, rescue time will be greatly reduced if you can thoroughly explain your location. Be prepared to provide a vehicle description, the closest road with mile marker, and a crag name. 3. Storms move fast in the foothills region. Be especially aware of lightning. In the event of lightning, move away from high points and tall trees. Get to a lower elevation as fast and safely possible. 4. Be prepared. Bring plenty of water and extra layers. Never drink water directly from a stream. 5. Tie a knot in the end(s) of your rope to prevent the possibility of going off of the end.

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6. Do not climb or slack-line under the influence of marijuana or alcohol. Recreational marijuana is legal in the state of Colorado, but consumption of it in public places is not. Marijuana and alcohol use are tied to some of our most severe high angle accidents. Monitoring and Compliance 1. Climbing areas and rock formations will be monitored by a collaboration of JCOS staff , volunteers, the FHRC, and the climbing community as a whole. 2. Report active non-emergencies, violations of JCOS rules and regulations, or violations of climbing guidelines to the Jeff erson County Sheriff ’s Off ice non-emergency number at 303-277-0211. 3. Persons found in violation of the fixed hardware guidelines or other JCOS rules and regulations will be issued verbal warnings, written warnings, or a summons based on the nature and severity of the violation. 4. Unpermitted fixed hardware will be removed immediately.

Applicable Open Space Regulations C.5. Natural Resources Protection Closure: It shall be unlawful to enter, use or occupy Open Space lands, or any portion thereof, during the time such Open Space lands, or any portions thereof, are designated as Sensitive Areas, seasonal closures, wildlife protection closures, refuges, or other protected areas. Fine: $100.00

C.6. Destruction of Natural/Cultural Resources: It shall be unlawful to deface, damage, or in any other way vandalize any vegetation, rock, or any object of archaeological, biological, geological, or historical interest on Open Space lands. Fine: $125.00

C.8. Destruction of Wildlife Habitat: It shall be unlawful for any person, or any pet under their custody, control, or ownership, to alter, damage, destroy, remove or in any other way vandalize wildlife habitat features on Open Space lands, including but not limited to, animal dens, burrows, dwellings, or nests. Fine: $150.00

C.11. Pets: C.11.a. All pets must be on a leash and under physical control on Open Space lands. “Leash” means a strap, cord, or chain and shall not exceed ten (10) feet in length. Fine: $50.00 C.11.b. It shall be unlawful for any person not physically present on Open Space lands to have any pet under their custody, control, or ownership run freely upon said lands. Fine: $75.00 C.11.c. It shall be unlawful for any person on Open Space lands to fail to pick-up and dispose of pet excrement deposited by any pet under their custody, control, or ownership in a waste receptacle. Fine: $50.00

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C.20. Closed Areas: It shall be unlawful to enter, use or occupy Open Space lands, or any portion thereof, during the time such Open Space lands, or any portions thereof, are closed to entry, use, or occupancy. Fine: $50.00

C.25. Unreasonable Noise: C.26.a. It shall be unlawful to use sound amplification devices on Open Space lands or permit unreasonably loud noises that would disturb others. Fine: $50.00

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4. Cost Recovery Fee Schedule

2021 Park Permit Fee Schedule

This fee schedule is intended to be in effect from January 1, 2021 until December 31, 2021 unless otherwise revised by the director of Jefferson County Open Space.

Activity Fee Guided Groups, staffed $1.50 per client-day due before January summer camps, and 10th of the following year, or issuance of other client-based new permit services Rafting Companies $100 per year Single day - $25 Commercial Photography Annual - $100 Commercial Filming $250 Per day

Product Demonstrations 4 hours = $25; 8 hours = $50 $5.00 per participant + 150% direct cost as Special Activity applicable $25 Administrative fee - fee is not applied to Research and Collections small research grants or any other JCOS sponsored research

501(C)(3) Non-profit $25.00 Administrative fee

School Group Field Trips No fee

X Director, Jefferson County Open Space

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5. AppenCostdix Recovery 5 – Cost PolicyRecovery Policy

Title: Parks Department Fees and Cost Policy No. Recovery Policy Part 6 Management and Use of County Property, Chapter 4 Open Space, Section 3 Effective Date

Policy Custodian Adoption/Revision Date Parks

Adopting Resolution(s): CC20-____

References (Statutes/Resos/Policies): §

Purpose: To establish guidelines for determining fees for programs and services provided by the Parks Department using a cost recovery model.

Policy: Fees and Cost Recovery for Programs and Services

A. Definitions

1. Services is defined as the programs and services provided by the Parks Department. 2. Cost Recovery is defined as the amount of revenue generated from fees to offset the expenditures to provide a service.

B. Cost Recovery Model

The cost recovery model is based on the philosophy that tax funding should be used to support broad community benefit services with low or no fees and cost recovery, while at the other end of the spectrum, individual benefits services should receive little or no tax funding support with higher fees and cost recovery.

C. Establishing Fees and Cost Recovery Based on the Level of Benefit

1. The following categories and criteria shall be used to determine the level of benefit of a Service and evaluate the appropriate level of cost recovery and tax investment:

a. Broad Community Benefit – Low or No Cost Recovery/High or Full Tax Investment: o Fees are generally not charged for these services. o The service is equally available to everyone in the community with universal access and benefit. o The service is primarily provided by the public sector. b. Considerable Community Benefit – Partial Cost Recovery/Partial Tax investment o Fees may recover partial cost for those services. o The service benefits those who participate but the community at large also benefits.

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o The service may be provided by the public sector but may also be provided by the private sector.

c. Balanced Community/Individual Benefit – Partial Cost Recovery/Partial Tax investment: o Fees may recover approximately half the cost for those services. o The service benefits those who participate but the community at large also benefits. o The service may be provided by the public sector but may also be provided by the private sector.

d. Considerable Individual Benefit – Substantial Cost Recovery/Minimal tax investment: o Fees should recover the substantial cost of a service benefiting specific groups or individuals. o The individual or group using the service is the primary beneficiary. o The service is usually provided by the private sector but may also be provided by the public sector.

e. Mostly Individual Benefit – Full Cost Recovery/No Tax Investment o Fees should recover the full cost or more for a service in order to subsidize other services provided to the community or to account for opportunity/displacement costs for offering the service. o Individuals or groups benefit from the service and there is little community benefit. o There is excess demand for the service; therefore, allocation of limited resources is required. o The service is provided at market price by the private sector. D. Other Considerations

When determining the appropriate level of cost recovery for a service, other factors may influence fees for services. These factors include, for example, partnership agreements, sponsorships and grants, relative cost to provide the service (cost per participant), market conditions and service goals that may include reducing fees to encourage participation. Fees may be adjusted to address these and other considerations.

E. Program Evaluation

1. On an as-needed basis, but no less than once per year during the annual budget cycle, Fees and Cost Recovery Program will be evaluated to ensure alignment with the County’s annual budget process and funding conditions.

2. The fees for services shall be determined on an annual basis.

3. Periodic resident surveys shall be conducted to help prioritize needs and assess community or individual benefit levels for services.

F. Authorization

1. The Board of County Commissioners authorizes the Parks Director to develop Procedures to implement this Policy.

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2. The Board of County Commissioners authorizes the Parks Director to establish fees for services that are consistent with this Policy.

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6. Park Permit Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions: Unless explicitly stated as exempt within this permit, the following Terms and Conditions apply: 1. Permit must be signed and on-hand during all portions of event(s) 2. Permit does not grant exclusive access to any area or facility; all portions of parks that are ordinarily open to the public will remain open to the public 3. All participants must abide by established trail courtesy and yielding practices as defined by JCOS Park Regulation C.24 Passing on Trails 4. Maximum Group Size: Bikers and equestrians must be divided into a maximum of 8 riders (bikes or horses) per group; and pedestrians, including: hikers, rock climbers, trail runners, etc., must be divided into a maximum of 14 persons per group 5. All portions of event must take place on durable surfaces 6. Permit is valid for listed date and time only 7. Permit holder is solely responsible for all portions of event including ensuring that damage and excessive impacts to trails and/or park facilities are not caused by your event. Excessive impacts or damage may result in legal action. Permit holder is responsible for all reasonable costs and fees incurred by Jefferson County to enforce the terms of this Permit. 8. Permit holder is solely responsible for verifying park conditions and status in advance of event. Information regarding park and trail closures is available at https://www.jeffco.us/1531/Alerts- Closures 9. Permit holder is solely responsible for cancellation of event if adverse conditions are present which may result in damage to trails or facilities 10. Permit may be revoked by Jeffco Open Space at any time for any reason 11. All markings must be constructed of a removable material and removed immediately at conclusion of event. Chalk, paint, or any other non-removable marking is not permitted 12. Advertisements relating to your event may not be placed within any JCOS managed park or facility 13. All vehicles must be parked in a legal manner and outside of designated lanes of traffic 14. Permit is for your group, and your group only. Additional companies or organizations may not be added 15. For commercial photography: Photographers are permitted to use tripods, light deflectors, and other common portrait photography tools. Props, stages, remote flashes with light diffusers, and other visually impactful items are not permitted 16. For product demos: Demo groups are permitted to stage 1 10’x10’ canopy, 1 vehicle, 1 trailer, 1 bike rack, and a maximum of 13 bikes. All staging must occur in parking areas designated for oversized vehicles and will not be reserved 17. For guided rock climbing: Guides may place ropes on individual routes for a maximum of 90 minutes. The ropes must then be removed for a minimum of 30 minutes before being re-hung on the same route 18. All JCOS Park Regulations apply, outside of those which are specifically addressed in this permit. Park Regulations can be found at https://www.jeffco.us/1583/Regulations 19. Any modifications to this permit must be requested prior to two weeks before event takes place.

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No modifications, aside from cancellation, will be considered within two weeks of event 20. By entering issuing this permit, Jefferson County is not waiving any limits on liability or protections provided by law, including the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, C.R.S., Section 24-10-101, et seq., and the Colorado Owners of Recreational Areas Act, C.R.S., Section 33-41-101, et seq. 21. The Permit holder and Jefferson County approve the use of electronic signatures for execution of this License. All use of electronic signatures shall be in conformance with, and governed by, the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, C.R.S. §§24-71.3-101 through 24-71.3-121. 22. Jefferson County shall not be liable to Permit holder or any other person or entity whatsoever for any injury or damage to persons or property occasioned by reason of the use JCOS property, or by reason of any act or thing done or omitted to be done during the term of this Permit by Permit holder and invitees. In consideration for this Permit, Permit holder does hereby, to the maximum extent allowed by law, release, waive, discharge, agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Jefferson County, its officials, agents, employees, successors and insurers, from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, injuries and expenses, including costs and attorneys’ fees, which arise out of Permit Holder’s acts or omissions. The terms of this paragraph shall survive the termination or expiration of this Permit.

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7. Special Use Areas

Park Specific Area Use Type Apex Park Oversized Vehicle Parking Product Demo’s Centennial Cone Park Mayhem Gulch Oversized Vehicle Parking Product Demo’s Centennial Cone Park Hunting Boundary Hunting Clear Creek Canyon Park Clear Creek Gold prospecting Clear Creek Canyon Park Clear Creek Wading Clear Creek Canyon Park Clear Creek Whitewater boating Deer Creek Canyon Park Oversized Vehicle Parking Product Demo’s Elk Meadow Park Oversized Vehicle Parking Product Demo’s Hildebrand Ranch Park Oversized Vehicle Parking Product Demo’s Hiwan Heritage Park Shelters Group use/reservable space; Nature-Play/Out- door Based Early Learning Schools Lair O’ the Bear Park Bear Creek Boating Lair O’ the Bear Park Bear Creek Wading Lookout Mountain Preserve Outside Spaces Nature-Play/Outdoor Based Early Learning Schools Matthews/Winters Park Cabrini portion north of I-70 Hunting Meyer Ranch Parking on North side of 285 Product Demo’s Mount Falcon Park Meadow between Castle trail and Mead- Longlining ow trail North Table Mountain Main Quarry, East Quarry Zeolite collection Pine Valley Ranch Park Oversized Vehicle Parking Product Demo’s Pine Valley Ranch Park North Fork of the South Platt River Whitewater boating take- out (“Bailey Section”) Pine Valley Ranch Park Pine Lake Ice fishing Pine Valley Ranch Park Pine Lake Ice skating Pine Valley Ranch Park Shelters Group use/reservable space Pine Valley Ranch Park North Fork of the South Platt River Wading Reynolds Park Campground Camping White Ranch Park Sawmill and Rawhide Campgrounds Camping Windy Saddle Park Mt. Zion launch area Hang-gliding and Para- gliding Launch

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8. Memorials on Open Space Lands - Standard Operating Procedure

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