LOAFPaper2_Waterborneaccess

This document contains notes from the Cairngorms Local Outdoor Access Forum regarding water access and sensitive species in the Cairngorms National Park. Due to an increase in people using the Park's lochs and rivers for activities like paddle boarding and wild swimming, there is a need for Park-wide guidance on responsible water access. The aim is to balance public enjoyment with the protection of sensitive species like Golden Eye and Osprey. The Forum is seeking advice on how to best manage water-based activities, including developing core messages, site-specific advice, and infrastructure improvements. It also emphasizes the importance of respecting nature reserves and conservation areas, following local guidance, and testing different approaches to visitor management.