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Sheena PateCrown of the Continent Geotourism Council
September 16, 2015Roundtable on the Crown of the Continent Conference
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Organization of Presentation
• Greetings from Crown Traverse Crew• What is the Crown of the Continent?• Who is the Geotourism Council?• Why partner with Geotourism Council?• Follow Traverse• Q & A
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Crown Traverse
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What is the Crown of the Continent?
• One of the world’s most diverse temperate ecosystems
• Ecological Crossroads• 16,000 square miles– 18 million acres (7.3 million
hectares)
• Transboundary tribal heritage• First International Peace Park• Two World Heritage Sites• A Destination without Borders
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Montana
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Alberta
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British Columbia
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Crown of the Continent Geotourism Council
• Council formed 2007– Alberta, British Columbia, & Montana– Tourism, Conservation, & Economic Development– 2008 Partnered w/ NG
Community
Environment Business
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3 Overarching Goals
• Geotourism Business Development– Establish destination that provides high quality visitor ‐
experiences through sustainable tourism activities and operations.
• Stewardship– Provide visitors and residents opportunities to preserve and
celebrate the environment, culture and history.
• Communication and Education– Expand networks, promote regional pride, and increase
public awareness.
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Geotourism
• “Tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place- its environment, heritage, aesthetics, culture, and well being of its residents”
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Why Partner w/ Geotourism Council?
• Intact Ecosystem• Rich culture and heritage• Unique communities• Experiences that cannot be had anywhere else in the
world
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Who are Geotravelers?
• 55 million geotravelers in the U.S.• Millions more worldwide• Well educated• Environmentally aware• Socially conscious/civic engagement• Immerse themselves in different
cultures• Lifelong Learning• Frequent & Passionate Travelers• Travel defines who they are
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Crown Tools
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