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Future Blackwood Farm Park—Master Plan Report Adopted March 3, 2011 <br /> 7. Historic and Archaeological Sites — The information gathered from the <br /> sites identified by the survey can be used to interpret the property and the <br /> surrounding areas. These sites should be protected and available for <br /> further research. <br /> 8. Orchard — The old orchard is an asset to the farmstead, and could be <br /> revitalized for educational and interpretation purposes. <br /> 9. Pond — The large pond is a visual asset to the farmstead, and could be <br /> used for educational, interpretive and possibly recreational (fishing or <br /> canoeing) purposes. <br /> 10.Mature Hardwood Forest — Many of the forested areas are suitable for <br /> nature trails, environmental education, and other low-impact uses. <br /> Perimeter forest areas will also help to buffer adjacent properties from <br /> future park activities. <br /> 11 .Pine Forest — The pine forest located in the northwest section of the <br /> property is in need of some management (e.g., thinning), but would be <br /> suitable for low-impact recreational uses. <br /> 12.Natural Area — the southwest corner of the property includes a state- <br /> recognized natural area, which should be preserved in its natural state. <br /> Nature trails would not compromise the natural area, as long as they are <br /> properly designed and maintained. Signage restricting access to the area <br /> may be needed. <br /> Constraints: <br /> 1 . Existing Driveway — The current entrance road from NC 86 leads directly to <br /> the historic farmstead area and was built atop a narrow "causeway" of fill <br /> materials with steep banks on both sides. The width allows passage of one <br /> vehicle at a time. This driveway will likely not be adequate as a park <br /> entrance. The existing entrance could be retained as a service road. <br /> 2. Adjacent Residences (northern boundary) — There are six existing homes <br /> adjacent to the north. Design of the park and its facilities should take this into <br /> consideration. <br /> 3. Scenic Views — Sections of the property are highly notable for their scenic <br /> views of the farmstead area and agricultural fields, but this also makes them <br /> less likely as candidates for other uses. <br /> 4. Historic and Archaeological Resources — The cultural and archaeological <br /> survey identified a number of significant resources and "high-probability <br /> 6 <br />