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44 2025–2030 SCORP DEMAND Over 80% of the respondents in the Limited Access Populations Pilot Survey shared at least one barrier to outdoor recreation. The reasons were more widespread than in the Generalized Survey. Due to this, the top 5 factors have low percentages. Keep in mind that although the survey's response rate was low, the insights gathered indicate that it is crucial to intentionally engage traditionally limited access populations when planning outdoor recreation development. It is not only the participants in outdoor recreation that face barriers. The recreation professionals that participated in the 2024 NeRPA Conference SCORP Input Session discussed many barriers that they face to providing outdoor recreation opportunities. Almost all these barriers fall within two categories, community-based and monetary. • Community based barriers include shifting community dynamics, interest and satisfaction differences, laws and regulations, politics and communication. • Monetary based barriers include budget and personnel limitations, lacking proper equipment, and maintenance funding. Ideas shared for overcoming these barriers span both categories. Communication was addressed in many ways. The need for open mindedness, open lines of communication with the public, community planning and education, and staff development were brought forth. Seeking donors, effective budget planning, and establishing strong partnerships were also discussed. Both participant and provider barriers should be considered when planning for outdoor recreation development. Addressing barriers provides for a more robust plan that is set up for success. It can also encourage buy-in from the community when they see their concerns have been considered. Top 5 factors that limited outdoor recreation for respondents of the Limited Access Populations Pilot Survey: Nebraska Outdoor Recreation Survey conducted by UNL-BOSR (2024) 1. Accessibility - 30% 2. Cost - 23% 3. Time - 23% 4. Lack of information about opportunities - 21% 5. Desired amenity/opportunity not available - 18% Master planning for parks and recreation can be overwhelming. For step-by-step guidance, see the Parks and Recreation section of the Delaware Complete Communities Toolbox provided by the University of Delaware. https://www.completecommunitiesde.org/parks-rec-master-planning/ A family has a picnic at Platte River State Park near Louisville. DRAF T