emailWhat is a Park Management Plan?
A park management plan describes the goals, objectives and actions for protecting the natural environment and cultural features in a regional park or regional trail. A plan also identifies the types of permitted outdoor recreation uses and where they will be allowed, the types and locations of park facilities, and the types of services. Lack of a plan leaves parks without management direction. This can negatively affect the protection of natural and cultural features, visitor services, facilities management and budgeting.
Until a park has a management plan it is held as a Regional Reserve until our parks planners are able to develop a comprehensive plan for the park. The planning process can take many years, depending on the specific issues associated with the specific park reserve. The planning process includes public consultation, the creation of an advisory group specific to the park, and the gathering of scientific and historical data.
A successful management plan balances the desired and necessary activities of four key park attributes: ecological conservation, visitor experience, cultural heritage management and park operations.