Riley Ranch Nature Reserve A place where your spirit and senses play …
Riley Ranch Nature Reserve • Funding: 2012 Bond Measure • Purpose: Provide the community and generations to come with opportunities to enjoy nature’s beauty in close proximity • History: A very special place • Development Process: Thoughtful community study and input
To Tumalo State Park
Park Boundary “Recognizing Boundaries”
Coats Quarry
Glen Vista Rd.
Deschutes River Trail Archie Briggs Canyon
Context “recognizing connections”
Developing a Plan “Building Consensus” Riley Ranch Citizens Advisory Committee
Mission Statement and Goals
Goal 1: Goal 2: Goal 3: Goal 4:
Protect and enhance fish and wildlife habitat and natural processes Document and protect cultural resources Facilitate compatible nature-based recreation experiences Educate and inspire visitors of all ages
“not every park has to be everything to everyone” nathan hovekamp – citizens advisory committee
policy considerations • • • • • • •
Riley Ranch provides a unique opportunity for people to experience nature Riley Ranch is a place of solitude to learn about nature and the physical world Riley Ranch has wildlife and landscapes worthy of appreciation and preservation Dogs on- or off-leash are not compatible with this mission Biking is also not compatible with this experience Limit group uses (30 +/- ?) Access locations to Riley Ranch should be carefully considered
What’s next? • Finalize Master Plan based on public input • Refine cost estimates • Begin construction documents and permitting with Deschutes County • Construction to begin next year