IGTIGT Phase I Summary Statements - Draft 2/18/11

Summary Number: 67
 
Protect, expand and promote access to outdoor activities and recreational opportunities of all types
 
 "We have beautiful land, extraordinary wildlife & weather that supports healthy outdoor activities and appreciation of nature; hiking, golf, picnics, outdoor community & social events"
 "Ability to partake in outdoor activities year-round."
 "I love that my family can spend as much time outdoors - swimming, biking, hiking. We can go to Sabino Canyon to swim and hike, bike at Sahuaro National Park and drive up Mt. Lemmon for snow and cool air."
 "It's a great place to be and to be able to enjoy nature. Whether you walk, hike, cycle or run - Tucson is the best of all worlds."
 "Nearness to Saguaro National Park, state parks, surrounding desert, opportunities for outdoor activities."
 "Access to various outdoor activities (hiking, biking, etc.) and spectator participation in various levels of athletics from public schools through the university programs."
 "Outdoor activities, hiking clubs walking, golf"
 "Allows for focus on healthy lifestyle which is supported by community events and activities at all times of the calendar year."
 "Provides scenic and recreational opportunities. We enjoy being outside and hiking the trails which surround Tucson."
 "Right next to my house there is Reid park, a great place to run, swim, golf, or just play."
 "Outdoor activities for youth"
 "I love the ease with which it is easy to get to the WILD outdoors here, for all levels of fitness . . . PRESERVE THE DESERT, and the approaches to places like Sabino Canyon."
 "Quality of life issues: attract families because of hikes and parks."