The Black River Environmental Improvement Association (B.R.E.I.A.) was formed as a not-for-profit corporation on August 16, 1984. It is financed through a private, family foundation.



The purpose of B.R.E.I.A. is to develop a park system in which the public could enjoy healthful, outdoor recreation in a quiet, safe, and natural environment. Entrance and use is to be free of charge and unrestricted for the stated purposes. B.R.E.I.A. was created for the perpetual enjoyment of the public. Except for the management functions, it has only public uses. No portion is reserved for private functions.



In planning the system, the goal of protecting the environment while allowing public access was meticulouly adhered to. The trails go through breath-taking scenery, across and beside rushing streams and into deep forests. All construction uses environmentally-safe materials and displays an aesthetically-pleasing rustic stule harmonizing with the Adirondack region.



In order to accomplish the goals and guarantee the area would be available for future generations, it was also necessary to protect the lands of the park from development and commercial use.