APPENDIX E10: Area Objectives, Crater Lake National Park: 1964 SERVICE OBJECTIVE I


SERVICE OBJECTIVE III

To develop the National Park System through inclusion of additional areas of scenic, scientific, historical and recreational value to the nation.

THE PARK – Crater Lake National Park

1. To revise the boundaries, where needed, in order to improve management and protection of its natural resources.

2. To encourage the expansion of National Historic Landmarks in Oregon, and to encourage visitors to visit and enjoy them.

3. To inform the visitor of the need for expansion of the National Park System.

4. To encourage the visitor to become familiar with the contents of the “Road to The Future”.


SERVICE OBJECTIVE IV

To participate actively with organizations of this and other nations in conserving, improving and renewing the total environment.

THE PARK – Crater Lake National Park

1. To cooperate with the U.S. Forest Service in planning, developing and organizing adjacent recreational areas.

2. To cooperate with State and local agencies in protecting historical and natural areas of significance.

3. To exchange ideas with local, state and federal agencies through the use of “Park Practice”, “Grist” and other publications and techniques which are available.

4. To encourage meetings of local, state, and federal agencies to further national conservation goals.


SERVICE OBJECTIVE V

To communicate the cultural, inspirational and recreational significance of the American Heritage as represented in the National Park System.

THE PARK – Crater Lake National Park

1. To give the highest priority to informational publications published by the Crater Lake Natural History Association and to encourage this association to publish guide booklets, historical brochures, maps and pictures as necessary for better interpretation.

2. To interpret for the visitor as the main interpretive theme the story of the eruption of Mt. Mazama and the formation of the great caldera which makes Crater Lake one of the most beautiful and deepest lakes in the northern hemisphere. The secondary themes to interpret are the history, the wildlife, plant life and the outstanding scenery.

3. To provide high quality interpretation that will meet the needs of all visitors, family groups, professional groups, individuals, the young and the old.