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Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Concept Presentation
1
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Agenda
2
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Vision
Heritage Park
Operations
Business Plan
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Vision
3
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Concept & Rationale
Site
Ecotourism Market
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Concept: a model ecopark anchoring the growing ecotourism industry A place to
Enjoy nature
Appreciate heritage
Learn and discover
Visit all year
A catalyst for improving environmental awareness and stewardship
4
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Niagara-on-the-Lake needs a heritage park
Only 2% forest cover
Limited public waterfront access
Stimulus for year-round tourism
Ecotourism is an underdeveloped segment of the tourism market
5
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
The Parks Canada site on Lakeshore Road is ideal for a heritage park
Heritage features – –
Battle of Fort George First Nations settlement
Natural features – – –
Carolinian forest Wetlands Beachfront
A park would add to the town’s authenticity as a small, quiet, green place
6
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
The sensitive Lakeshore Road site needs protection
Shoreline erosion needs to be stopped Creeks need rehabilitation Forests need conservation and enhancement Habitat needs preservation o
7
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
The site is home to a wide variety of wildlife
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
A heritage park is the right use for the Lakeshore Road site We could Protect natural resources Rehabilitate degraded features Stimulate education & research Present our history Promote “green” tourism A heritage park conforms to the Greenbelt status of the site
8
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Niagara needs to capitalize on the growing global ecotourism market
20% of global travel is nature-based tourism Ecotourism is rapidly growing Nature and heritage o o
Primary attractions for Niagara visitors Visitors come year round, stay longer & spend more
We have the assets; we need improved access, coordination and marketing.
9
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Heritage Park
10
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Features
Projects
Site Design
Capital Requirements
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
The park will offer a range of heritageand nature-based experiences
Historic sites* o o
Natural features* o o o
o
11
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Woodlands Wetlands Beachfront
Onghiara House o
* Controlled public access
Battle of Fort George First Nations
o
March 2009
Interpretive centre Information kiosks Meeting space Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
The park will undertake a variety of rehabilitation & research projects
Reforestation Stream and wetland rehabilitation Shoreline erosion control Constructed wetlands to replace sewage lagoons* Archeological digs
* Depending on Region plans
12
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Site plans will minimize the human footprint
13
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Controlled access to sensitive areas Activities such as walking, cycling, bird watching, canoeing, kayaking, crosscountry skiing, snowshoeing Onghiara House: focus on education and presentation Small parking lot
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Capital costs will be modest
Balls Falls cost: $5 million Incremental expansion o o
Research and education As justified & sponsored
No town or region infrastructure requirements Low risk
start small … grow incrementally … stay sustainable
14
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Operations
15
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Market Assessment
Revenues
Costs
Economic Impact
Structure and Governance
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Niagara needs to expand its nature and heritage tourism offerings
Nature-based travel o o
20% of international travel Growing at 7–30%
Natural & heritage attractions are primary motivators for visiting Niagara Nature & heritage visitors stay longer & visit year round
Nature-based tourism is a priority for the NEDC
16
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
A heritage park will complement popular Niagara attractions
Nature o
Heritage o
Rich in Canadian military, political, & commercial history
Cultural o o o
17
Niagara Falls, parks & escarpment
Wineries & agriculture Food destinations Shaw Festival
Information kiosks will promote complementary regional attractions Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Revenue will come from various sources
18
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Fundraising Facility rental Educational institutions Research grants Corporate sponsorship Public memberships
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Operational costs will be modest
19
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Minimal staff plus students & volunteers Small ecological footprint (LEEDS) Maintenance
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Onghiara Heritage Park will benefit the Niagara economy
Capitalize on natural & heritage attractions o o
Increase year-round visitors Create new business opportunities
Extend length of stay to benefit o o
Hotels, inns, B&Bs Restaurants & shops
Niagara could assume a leadership role in sustainable development
20
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Onghiara Heritage Park will also benefit Niagara-on-the-Lake residents
A place to enjoy –
Nature
–
Heritage
–
Outdoor activities
A heritage park would attract young families to the area
21
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Onghiara Heritage Park will be a nonprofit foundation
Partnership with o o o
Board composition o o o o
22
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Parks Canada Local institutions Conservation organizations
March 2009
Heritage & environment Education Business & agriculture Residents
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Business Plan 1. 2. 3.
Find partners Establish interim governance Complete feasibility study o o o
1.
23
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Site plan and costs Economic case Operational model
Communicate results
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Concept Presentation
1
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Agenda
2
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Vision
Heritage Park
Operations
Business Plan
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Vision
3
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Concept & Rationale
Site
Ecotourism Market
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Concept: a model ecopark anchoring the growing ecotourism industry A place to
Enjoy nature
Appreciate heritage
Learn and discover
Visit all year
A catalyst for improving environmental awareness and stewardship
4
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Niagara-on-the-Lake needs a heritage park
Only 2% forest cover
Limited public waterfront access
Stimulus for year-round tourism
Ecotourism is an underdeveloped segment of the tourism market
5
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
The Parks Canada site on Lakeshore Road is ideal for a heritage park
Heritage features – –
Battle of Fort George First Nations settlement
Natural features – – –
Carolinian forest Wetlands Beachfront
A park would add to the town’s authenticity as a small, quiet, green place
6
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
The sensitive Lakeshore Road site needs protection
Shoreline erosion needs to be stopped Creeks need rehabilitation Forests need conservation and enhancement Habitat needs preservation o
7
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
The site is home to a wide variety of wildlife
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
A heritage park is the right use for the Lakeshore Road site We could Protect natural resources Rehabilitate degraded features Stimulate education & research Present our history Promote “green” tourism A heritage park conforms to the Greenbelt status of the site
8
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Niagara needs to capitalize on the growing global ecotourism market
20% of global travel is nature-based tourism Ecotourism is rapidly growing Nature and heritage o o
Primary attractions for Niagara visitors Visitors come year round, stay longer & spend more
We have the assets; we need improved access, coordination and marketing.
9
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Heritage Park
10
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Features
Projects
Site Design
Capital Requirements
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
The park will offer a range of heritageand nature-based experiences
Historic sites* o o
Natural features* o o o
o
11
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Woodlands Wetlands Beachfront
Onghiara House o
* Controlled public access
Battle of Fort George First Nations
o
March 2009
Interpretive centre Information kiosks Meeting space Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
The park will undertake a variety of rehabilitation & research projects
Reforestation Stream and wetland rehabilitation Shoreline erosion control Constructed wetlands to replace sewage lagoons* Archeological digs
* Depending on Region plans
12
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Site plans will minimize the human footprint
13
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Controlled access to sensitive areas Activities such as walking, cycling, bird watching, canoeing, kayaking, crosscountry skiing, snowshoeing Onghiara House: focus on education and presentation Small parking lot
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Capital costs will be modest
Balls Falls cost: $5 million Incremental expansion o o
Research and education As justified & sponsored
No town or region infrastructure requirements Low risk
start small … grow incrementally … stay sustainable
14
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Operations
15
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Market Assessment
Revenues
Costs
Economic Impact
Structure and Governance
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Niagara needs to expand its nature and heritage tourism offerings
Nature-based travel o o
20% of international travel Growing at 7–30%
Natural & heritage attractions are primary motivators for visiting Niagara Nature & heritage visitors stay longer & visit year round
Nature-based tourism is a priority for the NEDC
16
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
A heritage park will complement popular Niagara attractions
Nature o
Heritage o
Rich in Canadian military, political, & commercial history
Cultural o o o
17
Niagara Falls, parks & escarpment
Wineries & agriculture Food destinations Shaw Festival
Information kiosks will promote complementary regional attractions Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Revenue will come from various sources
18
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Fundraising Facility rental Educational institutions Research grants Corporate sponsorship Public memberships
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Operational costs will be modest
19
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Minimal staff plus students & volunteers Small ecological footprint (LEEDS) Maintenance
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Onghiara Heritage Park will benefit the Niagara economy
Capitalize on natural & heritage attractions o o
Increase year-round visitors Create new business opportunities
Extend length of stay to benefit o o
Hotels, inns, B&Bs Restaurants & shops
Niagara could assume a leadership role in sustainable development
20
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Onghiara Heritage Park will also benefit Niagara-on-the-Lake residents
A place to enjoy –
Nature
–
Heritage
–
Outdoor activities
A heritage park would attract young families to the area
21
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Onghiara Heritage Park will be a nonprofit foundation
Partnership with o o o
Board composition o o o o
22
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Parks Canada Local institutions Conservation organizations
March 2009
Heritage & environment Education Business & agriculture Residents
Harmony Residents Group
Harmony with the Environment
Harmony for Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents
Business Plan 1. 2. 3.
Find partners Establish interim governance Complete feasibility study o o o
1.
23
Onghiara Natural Heritage Park
Site plan and costs Economic case Operational model
Communicate results
March 2009
Harmony Residents Group
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