Throughout a two and a half year consultation process, Bowen Islanders had their say about parks and trails on Bowen Island. Unsurprisingly, islanders said they enjoy walking, hiking, swimming and searching for dinosaur bones in these spaces. A parks plan working group, with assistance from municipal staff and a consultant, used the information gathered to create a plan for Bowen’s parks and trails in the next decade. Last week, council approved a draft of that plan. Final approval is expected to approve the final version in January.
- Here are a few key points from the Parks Masterplan:
- Promote walking, hiking, cycling and horseback riding through a connected system of trails across the Island.
- Protect Bowen Island’s shoreline and enhance habitat for marine species.
- Celebrate the Aboriginal experience on Bowen Island through naming and signage at key sites of significance.
- Continue to work with private and public landowners to enhance parks and trails for Bowen Island’s residents.
- Complete an inventory of the natural assets on Bowen Island.
- Support the contributions of volunteers and facilitate meaningful stewardship programs in Bowen Island’s parks, trails and beaches.
