Park Development - Boundary Creek Natural Resource Area - Moorestown, NJ
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Math Teacher
N 40° 00.643 W 074° 54.322
18T E 508076 N 4428950
Here is an interesting flora/fauna interpretive: How do you develop an area for flora and fauna. Welcome to the Mother of all flora/fauna signs here at the newest park in Burlington County Park, established in 2009.
Waymark Code: WMAKMX
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date Posted: 01/25/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member lenron
Views: 2

This terrific interpretive is part of a much larger series placed in 2009 to teach visitors about every nook and cranny of nature. The colorful interpretive is held horizontal in a strong metal frame and is located on the edge of the hard-packed trail which wraps around the park. This sign is 420 feet from the parking lot. Pull into the parking rotary and take the northern trail.

The illustrative sign incorporates all the elements of this nature reserve into one perfect interpretive. The sign explains the planning and design process, which include the inventory and analysis of the vegetation, soil, animal life, and topography. Next, the sign explains the Green Design and green strategies utilized to preserve the integrity of the site and minimize the impact of site development on the existing flora and fauna.

The sign explains how trees, plant life, the creek, plantings, trails are affected by the site and its development. My favorite part is the bird blind section. The bird blinds here are amazing, so scenic and serene. Finally the interpretive explains what the visitor can do to enhance the flora in their own backyard. This sign epitomizes the work of a zoologist and botanist. The seal of the Burlington County Board of Chosen Freeholders is featured prominently at the bottom of the interpretive.

I love coming here, especially with the children. Visitors can experience fields, shrub/scrub, forest, marsh and river without having to trek far or manage rough terrain. The park has wide, level trails, observation platforms and blinds, good signage, rest rooms and safe parking. The observation platforms overlooking Rancocas Creek can provide interesting sightings in any season, from waterfowl in winter to jumping fish, basking turtles, and flycatchers hawking insects in warmer months. This park was designed specifically for birding and wildlife watching.

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