The National Park Service's law enforcement program evolved largely to meet a need for uniformed patrols and emergent response. There is no doubt about the importance of this capacity. However, recent studies have suggested a thoughtful re-design, building upon this base. This observation may also apply to other agencies with similiar histories.

     A thoughtful re-design starts with analysis of the threats to resource preservation and the visitor experience. Matching protection tools to the threats is the next, and most challenging, step forward.

     Download this PowerPoint presentation (610 KB) to examine our assessment of existing capacities and those needed in the future:

Evaluating Mission Readiness

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Appalachian Chain Demonstration Project