Accessibility Guidebook for Outdoor Recreation and Trails

Accessibility Guidebook for Ski Areas Operating on Public Lands

This guidebook provides a framework to help ski areas operating under special-use permits from the Forest Service better serve all visitors (figure 25). The guidebook addresses facility and program accessibility. Ski areas located on public lands are governed by ADA because they are providing public accommodations and also are governed by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and related regulations because they are operating under special-use permits from a Federal agency. The guidebook includes legal mandates, suggestions, and practical tips for complying with laws and regulations and providing high-quality services. The guidebook is available at http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/programs/accessibility/.

Figure 25—Ski areas that operate on public land must provide equal opportunity to access their services.