With one-third of Aotearoa New Zealand in public conservation, what visions and challenges exist for its future development and management? On Friday 10th July, the University of Otago Research Cluster for Natural Resources Law tackled these issues head-on at a significant symposium entitled The Future of Public Conservation Lands and Waters. Recreation access: how to enhance visitor experiences in our parks? Dr Anna Thompson and Dr Brent Lovelock, Department of Tourism and co-directors of the Center for Recreation Research.