Paper 2 Reviewing and refreshing the Cairngorms Local Outdoor Access Forum

This document contains information about reviewing and refreshing the Cairngorms Local Outdoor Access Forum (LOAF). The LOAF has been operational for 19 years, assisting the Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) with policies, plans, and addressing access issues. The Park Authority and the current convener want to refresh the LOAF, focusing on relevant matters, providing opportunities for new members, and ensuring member contributions. They aim to recruit new members in the spring of 2024, up to a maximum of 15, and are inviting current members to consider their term of membership. The objectives and functions of the LOAF are to act as the local access forum for the Cairngorms National Park, advise the Park Authority, promote responsible access, and offer advice on resolving outdoor access disputes. The LOAF will hold at least two meetings per year, both online and at various locations across the National Park.