WYOMING – On March 24, Wyoming State Parks (WSP) announced its commitment to enhancing accessibility at its facilities and programs by gathering public input on the WSP Shoshone District Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan.

WSP will host a virtual meeting on Thursday, April 3, at 6 p.m. (MDT). The meeting will focus on the district’s accessibility initiatives and collect feedback from community members, advocates and interested parties. The ADA Transition Plan aims to establish a framework for improving access to park facilities, programs and services over the next decade, according to WSP.

“Wyoming State Parks is committed to making our public spaces accessible for all residents and visitors,” WSP Shoshone District Manager Kyle Bernis said in the announcement. “We are prepared to offer support and resources to ensure that individuals with disabilities can enjoy our parks fully. We encourage anyone to contact us for assistance or specific requests.”

Participants can join the meeting via a Zoom link, available at accessforall-wyoparks.com. Additionally, an online survey will be available for further input.

WSP’s Shoshone District includes Bear River State Park, Fort Bridger State Historic Site, Seminoe State Park, Sinks Canyon State Park and South Pass City State Historic Site. 

Leigh Reagan Smith is a wildlife and community news reporter. Originally a documentary filmmaker, she has lived in the valley since 1997. Leigh enjoys skiing, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking and interviewing interesting people for her podcast, SoulRise.