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Letter from the Director

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New Member Spotlight!

STARGAZER INN

The NVOBC is thrilled to welcome the Stargazer Inn as a Star Peak member!

The Stargazer Inn & Bristlecone General Store are a perfect destination while driving or biking through the great American West. Whether you stay for a few days, one night or just hang out for an hour or so, they’ll make sure you have what you need to to rest and rejuvenate during your travels.

Thank you to the Stargazer Inn for your support of the NVOBC!

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Nevada SCORP Survey

The Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) is a ten-year plan that establishes priorities to address unmet needs for public outdoor recreation land throughout Nevada. The process was established in the 1960s as a tool to guide the development and management of outdoor recreation resources in each state.

To contribute to the public comments, use the link below to complete the survey.

SCORP Information: Nevada Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan

Survey: Nevada SCORP Survey

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Upcoming Events

Travel NV Adventure Center Groundbreaking and Tenant Workshop

For businesses interested in leasing a space, RSVP for the tenant workshop.

If you own an outdoor business in Southern Nevada, DO NOT MISS this opportunity to expand into Travel Nevada’s newest Adventure Center!

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Southern Nevada Pedal Fest

Join us for the Southern Nevada Pedal Fest, hosted by the Southern Nevada Mountain Biking Association in the stunning landscape of Blue Diamond, NV. This festival celebrates all things cycling, bringing together enthusiasts of all levels for a weekend of riding, community, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just starting out, there’s something for everyone at Pedal Fest.

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NVOBC’s State of Nevada’s Outdoors: Policy Update

At the end of October, the NVOBC is going to hold it’s inaugural yearly event highlighting the state of our outdoors.

The event will be in Northern Nevada, and we will have an exciting lineup of speakers. More information coming soon!

Policy Update

Federal Landscape

• EXPLORE Act (Jan 2025): Signed into law to expand outdoor access, streamline permits, invest in infrastructure, and improve digital systems—supporting businesses in gateway communities.
  
  
• Department of Interior invited NVOBC in July 2025 to a presentation where they discussed a new position at each of their national parks which will act as the immediate liaison between gateway communities and federal staff members to cocreate solutions with residents and business owners surrounding our beautiful parks.
  
  
• White House Conservation Push: The “Make America Beautiful Again” commission (July 2025) was announced, but concerns remain about agency staffing cuts (24% at the National Parks Service) and funding delays for the Land & Water Conservation Fund ($287 million delayed, some delayed indefinitely).
  
  
• “On June 23, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced its intent to rescind conservation protections for backcountry recreation areas across the United States. For over 20 years, the Roadless Area Conservation Rule has protected 58.5 million acres of national forest lands across 42 states. Removing these protections would allow for logging, road building, and industrial development that threatens the long-term health of the $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy and the communities that depend on it.”
  https://outdoorindustry.org/advocacy/#/
  

Nevada Focus

• Insurance & Wildfire Costs: Rising recreation demand and climate risks are
  driving up wildfire insurance premiums, affecting utilities, homeowners, and
  increasingly, recreation businesses. Lawmakers are considering a FAIR Plan to
  stabilize coverage, but liability costs remain a concern.
  
  
• Outdoor Recreation Insurance continues to be a priority issue for our
  Members. NVBOC has made this a policy priority moving forward.
  
  
• Permits, Shuttles & Reservations: Popular parks like Sand Harbor and Red
  Rock now require timed reservations or shuttle use. While these measures
  reduce congestion, they also add new costs and complexity for businesses and
  visitors, raising equity concerns about “pay-to-play” access.
  
  
• Outdoor Economy: Nevada’s recreation industry contributes over $6 billion
  annually. The state continues to invest in trailheads, signage, and grants, but
  must balance growth with wildfire risk and public access concerns.
  
  

Check Out These Articles from the Nevada Independent to Dive Deeper.

• Permits, shuttles and reservations: Barriers to outdoor recreation on the rise in Nevada (https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/permits-shuttles-and-reservations-the-rising-cost-of-outdoor-recreation-in-nevada)
  
  
• What rising recreation and wildfire insurance costs have in common, and
  more Nevada enviro news (https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/what-rising-recreation-and-wildfire-insurance-costs-have-in-common-and-more-nevada-enviro-news)
  
  

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