national recreation area (NRA)
(noun)
national recreation area (NRA) (noun) — 40 special places set in the United States.
40 special places set in the United States. The initiative behind these spaces dates back to an act set forth by Congress in the 1930s to preserve enhanced recreational opportunities in places with significant natural and scenic resources. NRAs are some of the most visited parks in the US NPS. Their multiple-use management balances conservation with limited utilization of natural resources. NRA visitors enjoy activities ranging from camping and fishing to hiking and wildlife viewing.
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What is national recreation area (NRA)?
40 special places set in the United States. The initiative behind these spaces dates back to an act set forth by Congress in the 1930s to preserve enhanced recreational opportunities in places with significant natural and scenic resources. NRAs are some of the most visited parks in the US NPS. Their multiple-use management balances conservation with limited utilization of natural resources. NRA visitors enjoy activities ranging from camping and fishing to hiking and wildlife viewing.
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