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Little River Park Advisory Committee Interim Report 811101 12 <br /> tables, well/pumphouse, toilet facility, and drinking fountain. These facilities should <br /> be located outside of the conservation easement area. <br /> 3. Hard Surface Trail/Picnic Loop <br /> A short (1/4-mile) hard surface loop trail is recommended for construction through a <br /> portion of the woodlands closest to the meadow. An adjoining, natural surfaced <br /> loop trail could be added for a longer hike—perhaps a Figure 8. Such a trail would <br /> enable many people to experience a woodland walk without having to travel very far <br /> from the parking area and associated amenities. Along the trail, there could be <br /> special plantings of native wildflowers to attract birds and butterflies. This activity <br /> would be designed to accommodate people with special needs, including disabled <br /> persons and people with baby carriages and strollers. <br /> 4. Playground <br /> Construction of a small playground is recommended close to the picnic shelter and <br /> toilet facilities. A non-traditional design would help it to blend in with the natural <br /> surroundings. LWCF grant funds are allocated for a small playground facility. <br /> 5. Open Play Meadows <br /> It is recommended that large portions of the existing meadow remain open areas for <br /> informal playing of games and for aesthetic enjoyment. Some of the open areas <br /> near the picnic shelter and playground could be mowed on a regular basis to <br /> accommodate Frisbee, volleyball, and other games. <br /> 6. Fishing <br /> It is recommended that fishing be allowed, but that no special facilities or <br /> management needs would be needed. People wanting to fish would need to carry <br /> their gear along the pedestrian trails to access the river. Depending on which part <br /> of the river is to be used, the walk could be from 1 to 2 miles. <br /> B. Conditional Uses <br /> The Committee recommends allowing the following uses in the park, but only if <br /> certain conditions can be achieved in terms of identifying enough suitable land area <br /> to sustain the activity and enough operating funds to maintain and manage the <br /> activity in an appropriate fashion. <br /> • Horseback Riding <br /> • Mountain Biking <br /> • Camping <br /> 1. Horseback Riding <br /> The Committee recommends allowing horseback riding within the park, but only <br /> under the following conditions: <br /> Page 8 of 12 <br />