promote recognition of valuable natural cultural, and recreational resources

encourage citizen-based planning through workshops, surveys and other public participation
techniques

create visibility and recognition for the project

develop compelling visions and realistic plans for resource protection based on local consensus

help find the financial and programatic assistance needed to achieve results

provide ideas and models for other communities and up-to-date information on conservation techniques and options

work with communities to revitalize riverfronts and recognize trail opportunities

help to develop state policy that will support community river and trail actions