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Effective management of park and recreational operations is founded upon information-based decision making and cooperative partnership among agencies. Eppley’s research and analysis skills provide partners with the findings and recommendations needed to formulate planning strategies; our expertise in relationship building and public engagement ensure successful implementation of those strategies.


Our Services
Eppley has provided management and operations guidance for park, recreation, tourism, and public land groups. Common projects include:
  • Management and Operations Analysis

  • Program Evaluations

  • Needs Assessments

  • Visitor Profile Studies

  • Executive and Board Training

Our Approach
Using multiple modes of inquiry, Eppley collects and compiles data, analyzes findings, and crafts recommendations.
  • Public and Partner Involvement—stakeholder interviews, focus groups, surveys, and public meetings



  • Internal and External Mapping and Scanning—document analysis, facility inventories, and benchmarking



  • Findings and Recommendations—summary of the results, and data-based suggestions for short- and long-term improvements
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Our Projects
To read about some of Eppley’s past management and operations projects, click on the links below.
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