Recreation Master Plan

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Agenda Item: 7.4

Request for Decision Regular Council - 11 Jun 2019

Subject: Recreation Master Plan

PREPARED BY: DEPARTMENT: Leo Ludwig Administration CAO

APPROVALS:

Leo Ludwig, CAO Approved - 05 Jun 2019

Background:

During the Budget discussions in April, the concept to generate a Recreation Master Plan was introduced and subsequently approved for inclusion in Budget 2019 on May 14, 2019. At the May 28 Council meeting, a request to update Council on the progress of the Recreation Master Plan was presented with a report to be presented at the June 11, 2019 Council meeting. As part of administration reviewing the process for a Recreation Master Plan, administration was informed by a staff member that a consultant was hired in 2011 to provide a Recreation Master Plan for Westlock County. A very comprehensive report was produced and presented to Council in 2012. Information we have is that the report was accepted by Council, but the subsequent Council elected in 2013 was not interested in pursuing the plan so it was shelved and virtually forgotten. Fortunately a staff member involved at the time in assisting with the process remembered that this work was done and had also remembered where copies were filed. Attached are copies of the work done at that time. While the work is somewhat dated and, due to it only being recently unearthed, administration has not had time to do a comprehensive review, we are recommending that Council consider a pause on initiating a new Recreation Master Plan Study. A pause would give staff and Council time to review the existing material and then be in a position to better determine if the material still holds value today, with perhaps some fine-tuning, or if a new full Master Plan process would be the better course of action.

Attachments:

Recreation Inventory North Development Outline Plan 2013-2022

Recommendation:

That Council and administration review the 2011 Recreation Report and provide feedback at the June 25, 2019 Council meeting with regards to updating the report or commissioning a new Recreation Master Plan study.

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Recreation Inventory Program

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Recreation Inventory Program

Created By: Adam Esch August 225, 2011

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Table of Contents

1.0 Introduction...... 4 2.0 Community Profile...... 4 3.0 Purpose and Methodology...... 5 4.0 Background...... 6 4.1. Province of Alberta Land Use Framework...... 6 4.2. Growth Alberta…………………………………………………..……………..………8 5.0 Current Recreation Summary……………………………………………………………… 8 5.1. Developed Recreation Facilities……………………………………………… 8 5.2. Sites Under Development……………………………………………………………. 9 5.3. Potential Sites………………………………………………………………………………. 9 5.4. Special Interest Site…………………………………………………………………………..11 6.0 Current Management Issues…………………………………………………………………11 6.1. Short Term Management Strategy…………………………………………….12 6.2. Long Term Management Strategy………………………………………………….13 Westlock County North…………………………………………………………………………………13 Westlock County Central……………………………………………………………………………..15 Westlock County South………………………………………………………………………………17 WESTLOCK COUNTY NORTH…………………………………………………………………………..18 Long Island Lake Municipal Campground……………………………………………………19 Spruce Island Lake Natural Area...... 32 Goodridge Lake Crown Land...... 53 Fawcett Bridge...... 61 Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park...... 67 Kodiak Lake……………………………………………………………………………………...... 76 Rocky Top ATV Park……………………………………………………………………………………84 WESTLOCK COUNTY CENTRAL……………………………………………………………………..90 Tawatinaw Valley Alpine & Nordic Centre...... 91 $10 Campground...... 101 Anton Lake Natural Area...... 108 Antonson Park...... 113 Bouchard Lake...... 121 Buck For Wildlife at Rossington...... 129 Clyde Fens...... 134 Rottier’s Beach...... 144 Tawatinaw Area...... 156 Vega Pit...... 159 WESTLOCK COUNTY SOUTH………………………………………………………………………165 Rainbow Park...... 166 Landing Trail Crown Land...... 180 Tawatinaw Valley Non-Motorized Recreation Complex……………………………….190 SPECIAL INTEREST – PEMBINA RIVER……………………………………………………….192

Page 4 of 103 1.0 Introduction

Westlock County is located in North Central Alberta and is home to some of the most productive agricultural land in Alberta. Westlock County consists of 12,000 square miles and is situated less than one hour from the province’s capital city of Edmonton. Westlock County is home to over 7,000 residents and encompasses an immediate market population of approximately 12,000. The County believes that a major factor in determining community attractiveness and quality of life for residents is by providing and maintaining an excellent level of recreation and parks facilities. The Westlock County Recreation Inventory Program outlines the research, analyses and ultimate recommendations for the future provision of facilities, parks and programming in the County and will be used by Westlock County to guide the long term planning, design and development of all public spaces and outdoor recreational facilities within the county.

2.0 Community Profile

Westlock County lies on the boundary of two of Canada’s largest watershed basins. To the north is the Athabasca River, which drains into the Arctic Ocean via the Mackenzie River and to the south is the Sturgeon River which drains via the North Saskatchewan River into the Hudson Bay. The terrain features an abundance of densely wooded areas, natural aspen, parkland and open agricultural lands.

Westlock County encompasses a thriving, progressive farm economy. In spite of ongoing developments in the oil and gas industry, Westlock County continues to rely on the agricultural industry as the primary engine of economic development. Agriculture forms the base upon which the survival of the local economy is structured. Agricultural operations range from large, land-based grain farms to multi-mixed farms to specialized intensive farming operations. Two of Alberta’s largest volume livestock auction facilities are contained within Westlock County.

The County is proud of its role in promoting sustainable agriculture. With a strong agriculture base, good transportation services and progressive communities, Westlock County is well positioned for growth. The excellent highway transportation network positions the County at the gateway to natural resources of energy, forestry and tourism.

The diversity of the landscape is comparable to the diversity of the social fabric that has been woven together to form the rich history of the County. With its lakes, rivers, streams, good campgrounds, sand hills and jack pine, first-class highways, plus convention and tourist facilities in a rural setting not far from a major city, Westlock County offers a warm welcome to visitors - and great opportunities for residents.

Page 5 of 103 3.0 Purpose and Methodology

The purpose of the Recreation Inventory Program is to provide a strategic document to guide the provision, enhancement and development of facilities, parks and programming in the County.

The Recreation Inventory was completed by first dividing Westlock County into three planning areas based on the following criteria:

 Planning areas that encompass only what is within the Westlock County Boundary  Planning area boundaries that follow easy to identify features such as major roads  Planning areas contain and group similar areas of recreation, stakeholders and regional interests

Planning Area 1 - Westlock County North

Planning Area 2 - Westlock County Central

Planning Area 3 - Westlock County South

Page 6 of 103 4.0 Background

The intent of the Recreation Inventory Program is to build upon the goals and strategies in the existing County planning documentation. The Westlock County Integrated Community Sustainability Plan is the primary guiding document for service delivery, community development and governance in Westlock County. The vision for Westlock County states:

By 2019, Westlock County’s vision is to increase its population in the hamlets by investing in infrastructure and promoting the County’s rural lifestyle. The County’s development of recreational opportunities will not only draw new residents in but will also support a growing tourism industry. And, local government’s efforts will reflect in an active community, well maintained infrastructure and a healthy economy.

An underlying goal of this vision is to enhance and promote recreational development to keep pace with growth and explore opportunities to enhance recreation for residents and tourists while being conscious of the natural landscape. Some specific strategies to achieve this goal include:

 Complete an inventory of County recreational sites - with incorporating community needs  Assess the current state/conditions of County recreational sites  Explore opportunities for new recreational sites

This plan speaks to the need for recreation guidelines and standards and the need to consider and invest in opportunities while protecting the natural environment.

4.1. Province of Alberta Land Use Framework

The Province of Alberta Land Use Framework is “a comprehensive strategy to better manage public and private lands and natural resources to achieve Alberta’s long-term economic, environmental and social goals. The framework provides a blueprint for land use management and decision-making that addresses Alberta’s growth pressures.”1

The framework is meant to promote regional cooperation in land use planning and ensure the efficient use of lands throughout the Province. The framework outlines seven regional areas geographically covering the province and requires that land use in each of the seven regions be guided by a Land Use Secretariat and Regional Advisory Council.

Page 7 of 103 The overall intent of the framework, as it pertains this program, is to “develop plans that will:  integrate provincial policies at the regional level;  set out regional land-use objectives;  provide direction and context for land-use decision-making in the region; and  reflect the uniqueness of the landscape and priorities of each region within a  planning context.”2

Westlock County is located in the Upper Athabasca Region (as shown on the map) and will have the opportunity to get involved in the development of the regional land use plan for the Upper Athabasca Region. It is important to note that this regional plan will have direct implications to current County land use as it will require, at the very least, the County to relate how existing land use is compliant with strategies outlined in the regional context.

______1 http://www.landuse.alberta.ca/documents/Land_use_Framework_QAs.doc 2 http://www.landuse.alberta.ca/documents/Land_use_Framework_QAs.doc

Page 8 of 103 4.2. GROWTH Alberta

The Grizzly Regional Economic Alliance Society (GROWTH Alberta) is an alliance of eight communities, two school boards, and four supporting agencies in North Central Alberta. GROWTH Alberta was established in 2001 and incorporated as a not for profit society in September of 2002 to provide economic development support and promotion for its member communities.

In September, 2009 GROWTH Alberta formally accepted the ‘WILD Alberta’ brand as the new tourism identity for the region. The brand is a way for tourists to easily identify our region as a destination.

Current work by GROWTH Alberta’s Tourism Committee is focused on creating awareness for the brand within the region, continuing to improve the website, and implementing a marketing plan designed to attract tourists from the greater Edmonton area in the summer season.

The goal is to create significant awareness for WILD Alberta amongst travelers from the greater Edmonton region. GROWTH Alberta participates in trade shows, hosts media tours, places advertisements, engages the media, utilizes social marketing, and fosters partnerships in order to create momentum for the region as a tourism destination.

5.0 Current Recreation Summary

Westlock County residents have shown a desire for both structured and spontaneous leisure outlets. Westlock County currently experiences an extensive range of recreational activities which include but are not limited to full amenity camping, random camping, hiking, fishing, boating, OHV use, horseback riding, bird watching, hunting, skiing and biking.

The majority of recreational users that utilize the County either reside within the County or come from Edmonton.

5.1. Developed Recreation Facilities

Long Island Lake Municipal Campground

Long Island Lake Municipal Campground is located approximately 40 kms north of the Town of Westlock. The facility offers over 50 overnight campsites, day use sites and is leased and operated by Westlock County.

Page 9 of 103 Rainbow Park

Rainbow Park is located 10 kms east of Westlock just off Highway 18. This day use picnic site encompasses 20 acres and there is a large pond stocked annually with trout. This site is leased and operated by Westlock County.

Tawatinaw Valley Alpine and Nordic Centre

Tawatinaw Valley Alpine and Nordic Centre is located approximately 48 kms northeast of Westlock just off Highway 2. The facility spreads over 140 acres accommodates both downhill and cross country skiers. This site is leased and operated by Westlock County. Some portions of the facility are on private land.

Rocky Top ATV Park The Rocky Top ATV Park is a privately owned campground geared toward ATV users and is located on Highway 663.

5.2. Sites Under Development

Spruce Island Lake Natural Area

Spruce Island Lake Natural Area is located approximately 40 kms north of Westlock. The natural area is managed by the Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation Department, surrounding crown land area is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development. The Spruce Island campsite is owned and maintained by Westlock County.

5.3. Potential Sites

$10 Campground

$10 Campground is located 45 kms northeast of Westlock and is a about a two minute drive from the hamlet of Tawatinaw and the Tawatinaw Alpine and Nordic Centre. This site is leased and maintained by Westlock County.

Anton Lake Natural Area

The Anton Lake Natural Area is located 45 kms east of Westlock and is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Antonson Park

Antonson Park is a 32 km drive from Westlock and is situated on a beach along the Pembina River. Access is on a road allowance. The beach is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Page 10 of 103 Bouchard Lake

Located 35 kms east of Westlock, the Bouchard lake area is a jack pine forest managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Buck For Wildlife at Rossington

The Buck for Wildlife at Rossington is 25 km Highway drive west of Westlock. It is situated right along the Pembina River. It is owned by Westlock County.

Clyde Fen Natural Area

The Clyde Fen Natural Areas are located around the Bouchard Lake area and contain rare Canadian plant life. The Fens are managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Fawcett Bridge

The old train trestle bridge is located on the south end of Fawcett. The area is under a right of way agreement and is still in use by Canadian National.

Goodridge Lake Crown Land

Sitting 40 minutes north of Westlock and just below the Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park is almost a Township of regular crown land, which is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park

45 minutes north of Westlock is a Township of Wildland with the Athabasca River bordering along one side. This area is managed by Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation.

Kodiak Lake

40 kms north of Westlock and directly across the road from Spruce Island Lake is Kodiak lake. The accessible portion is owned by Westlock County and is a small area is maintained by Ducks Unlimited.

Landing Trail Crown Land

The Landing Trail is a patch of crown land along the Redwater River just south of Highway 18, 38 kms east of Westlock. The area is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Page 11 of 103 Rottier’s Beach

Located 30 kms west of Westlock, Rottier’s Beach is another sandy beach located along the Pembina River. The Beach is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Tawatinaw Area

Located 45 minutes northeast of Westlock is seven quarters of forested crown land. The area is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Vega Gravel Pit

The Vega Gravel Pit is outside of Westlock County, however, Westlock County has a disposition in the pit, along with the Alberta Government and private industry. This site is located inside of Barrhead County.

5.4. Special Interest Site

Pembina River

There are 123 kms of Pembina river cutting through Westlock County which provides a unique and alternative source of recreation for the County. Flowing from the west side up to the northwest corner of the County the Pembina has a number of its own recreation sites such as the Buck for Wildlife at Rossington, Rottier’s Beach and Antonson Park. It even serves as a border for the Hubert Lake Wildland Park.

6.0 Current Management Issues

There are many management issues which need to be addressed in regards to recreation in Westlock County. For example, points of friction still exist between OHV use and Equestrian users in the Long Island Lake/Spruce Island Lake area as well as the state of the areas trails. There is the ever looming threat of wildfire in the high and dry Jack Pine forests of the Tawatinaw area. The County also has long standing issues regarding the sensitivity of areas two examples being the Clyde Fens and Hubert Lake Wildland Park. These issues must be address in order for current recreation to continue.

Page 12 of 103 6.1 Short Term Management Strategy

Spruce Island Lake Natural Area and surrounding crown land

The trail conditions need to be addressed, repaired and maintained. Possibilities are rutting repairs with a variation of corduroy patching with all users helping to repair and maintain in order to minimize impact. Development and use of the trail system should be discussed with Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation, Alberta Sustainable Resource Development and all stakeholders and partners.

Tawatinaw & Area Non – Motorized Recreational Complex

Tawatinaw and surrounding area should be looked at as an alternative non-motorized recreation complex with the Tawatinaw Valley Alpine Nordic Center being utilized as a mountain bike park in the summer months. This would give the hill year round use and revenue. Sites included in this complex could extend at far south as $10 Campground, Bouchard Lake and the Clyde Fens.

General

Information kiosks should be placed at all villages, hamlets and recreation sites in Westlock County providing information to the public about all the recreation opportunities in the County.

Put the words “Westlock County” on signs, pamphlets etc, showing the public that the County is paying attention, and who is taking care of the area is a good way for the public to see their money in action. For example, there is nothing at Long Island Lake Municipal Campground that states the campground is operated and maintained by Westlock County.

A Recreation Viability Study is the next step in the recreation program and should be done with input from user groups, the general public, surrounding landowners and the public and private sectors before development occurs.

Page 13 of 103 6.2 Long Term Management Strategy

To Improve the camping and recreation availability within close proximity to the Town of Westlock and surrounding area.

Long term maintenance and monitoring programs put in place with the repair/development of new recreational sites within the county.

Developed and developing sites should have constant recreational assessment and inventory done in order to optimize area with potential change of use.

Westlock County North The south border for Westlock County North Is Highway 661.

Developed Recreation

Long Island Lake Municipal Campground

Rocky Top ATV Park

The Rocky Top ATV Park is a privately owned campground geared toward ATV users and is located on Highway 663.

Sites Under Development

Spruce Island Lake Natural Area

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Fawcett Bridge

The old Train Trestle Bridge is located on the south end of Fawcett. The area is under a right of way agreement by Canadian National.

Goodridge Lake Crown Land

Sitting 40 minutes north of Westlock and just below the Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park is almost a Township of regular crown land, which is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park

45 minutes north of Westlock is a Township of wildland with the Athabasca River bordering along one side. This area is managed by Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation.

Kodiak Lake

40 kms north of Westlock and directly across the road from Spruce Island Lake is Kodiak lake. The accessible portion is owned by Westlock County and is a small area is maintained by Ducks Unlimited.

Page 15 of 103 Westlock County Central The north Border for Westlock County South Is Highway 661 and the south Border is Highway 18.

Developed Recreation

Tawatinaw Valley Alpine and Nordic Centre

Sites Under Development

None

Potential Sites

$10 Campground

Anton Lake Natural Area

The Anton Lake Natural Area is located 45 kms east of Westlock and is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Antonson Park

Antonson Park is a 32 km drive from Westlock and is situated on a beach along the Pembina River. Access is on a road allowance. The beach is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Bouchard Lake

Located 35 kms east of Westlock, the Bouchard lake area is a jack pine forest managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Page 16 of 103 Buck For Wildlife at Rossington

The Buck for Wildlife at Rossington is 25 km Highway drive west of Westlock. It is situated right along the Pembina River. It is owned by Westlock County.

Clyde Fen Natural Area

The Clyde Fen Natural Areas are located around the Bouchard Lake area and contain rare Canadian plant life. The Fens are managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Rottier’s Beach

Located 30 kms west of Westlock, Rottier’s Beach is another sandy beach located along the Pembina River. The Beach is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Tawatinaw Area

Located 45 minutes northeast of Westlock is seven quarts of forested crown land. The area is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

Vega Gravel Pit

Page 17 of 103 Westlock County South The north border for Westlock County South is Highway 18.

Developed Recreation

Rainbow Park

Sites Under Development

None

Potential Sites

Landing Trail Crown Land

The Landing Trail is a patch of crown land along the Redwater River just south of Highway 18, 38 kms east of Westlock. The area is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

**PLEASE NOTE: All Ecosite Classifications and descriptions are excerpts from the Field Guide to Ecosites of Northern Alberta.

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WESTLOCK COUNTY NORTH

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Long Island Lake Municipal Campground

Page 20 of 103 Long Island Lake Municipal Campground

Location 54.469438 x -113.788689 NE24-24-63-26-4

History

Long Island Lake Municipal Campground is owned and operated by the County of Westlock. It was built approximately 30 years ago and was tailored for small campers and trailers which were popular at the time. Westlock County currently holds a 99 year lease from the crown.

Access

Located approximately 40 kms north of Westlock, the route to Long Island Lake is primarily highway driving and is only 30 minutes from Westlock.

Directions 1. North on Hwy 44 for 22 kms 2. Turn right onto Hwy 661 east then and immediate north onto HWY 801 3. Continue to follow Hwy 801 for 12.5 kms 4. Turn right onto TWP 633A and follow for approximately 2 kms 5. Continue on RR 261A for 200 m 6. Continue on TWP 634A for 1.5 kms 7. Turn right and travel 600 m.

Site Attributes

 Owned By – Westlock County o Many private cabins surround the entire lake. o The village of Larkspur is located at the tail end of the lake. NE7-63-25-W5 . There are ten sections of Crown land located immediately behind the Long Island Lake Campground which is managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development  Current Use – Day Recreation, Camping, Water Sports and Fishing.  Key Features – Long narrow lake, island in center, nice beach, new children’s park, campground with over 50 overnight sites and day use sites.  Current State – Constantly busy and at capacity

Page 21 of 103 Ecosite Classification: BM-d1.1/SM4 NATUAL SUBREGION: Boreal Mixedwood (BM) ECOSITE: low-bush cranberry (d)

This is the reference ecosite for the Boreal Mixedwood subregion because it has a mesic moisture regime and a medium nutrient regime. Generally, these sites have moderately to fin to fine-textured till or glaciolacustrine parent materials.

Pioneer deciduous tree species such as aspen, balsam poplar, and white birch are replaced by white spruce and balsam fir as these sites develop successionally. Along with a change in canopy composition is a change in understory structure and understory species composition and abundance. Generally, as a stand successionally matures, the coniferous canopy cover increases, and understory species structure and diversity declines. This results in stands with low cover of shrub, forb and grass species and high moss cover.

ECOSITE PHASE: low-bush cranberry Aw (d1) PLANT COMMUNITY TYPE: Aw/Canada buffalo-berry(d1.1)  Trees o Aspen > 20% o White Spruce < 2%  Shrubs o Prickly rose 10 – 20% o Canada Buffalo-berry > 20% o Low-bush Cranberry 2 – 5% o Willow 2 – 5% o Twin-flower 5 – 10% o White Spruce < 2%  Forb o Fireweed 2 – 5% o Bunchberry 5 – 10% o Dewberry 2 – 5% o Cream-colored vetchling 2 – 5%  Grass o Mash Reed Grass 2 – 5% o Hairy Wild Rye 5 – 10%

SOIL TYPE: Moist/Fine Loamy-Clayey (SM4) SM4 was the most extensively sampled soil type in northern Alberta and occurs on upper slope, lower slope, and level positions in the landscape. Typically, These soils have a medium to moderately coarse-textured surface layer overlying a fine-textured Bt horizon. This illuvial horizon (Bt) may temporarily impede internal soil drainage during high rainfall and spring runoff periods causing saturated soil conditions in the upper horizons. High hazard ratings generally apply to those SM4 soils that are associated with sites that have a subhygric moisture regime.

Page 22 of 103 Environmental/Biological Concerns:

On the shore of a large, heavily used lake. Water pollution should be closely watched and managed. Wildlife should be kept under consideration also.

A long standing debate over the effects of the large recreational boats harming the local loon habitat is local issue an understanding of how possible expansion may affect this should be investigated prior to and public meeting or actual development.

Human Problems/Concerns: (See also Appendix 4: Campground Inspection Forms)  The general area is not clean and free of debris, there are many fallen trees and branches all around the campground that require attention and removal.

 Generally the entire campground needs a new coat of paint, some bolts tightened and some new nails pounded in. Many of the fire pits are old, have lots of holes, are warped, bent, dented or cracked and need to be replaced or repaired. Some signs are faded or hanging loose or dirty, and the dock need some repair and paint as well.

 There are many litter containers all over the campground and they seem to be used. However, they are just regular open top old oil drums which aren’t bear proof and pose a threat to campers.

 The fish scaling station appears to be a wooden container lined with tin. It does not have a proper lid. The lid is just a piece of plywood on top of an open drain hole. This also poses a tremendous bear threat.

 Some of the signs require new paint or facing, Or they need some brush removed around them or they just need to be replaced all together.

 There is some evidence of alcohol being used in the public areas, however there is really no evidence to support cause for concern.

 There are many dead, broken top or mature trees which are ready to fall down. Onto the campground and potentially campers and visitors this poses a huge threat to human safety.

 Development and future development on and around the lake. Too much development could potentially impact the lake.

Page 23 of 103 Liability

Many large dead trees pose more and more of a hazard and liability each day. Too many garbage barrels everywhere poses as an extreme bear attractant a huge cause for concern. Another extreme bear attractant is the fish cleaning station, It is an old wooden station with plywood just laid over the disposal hole where a bear proof lids should be.

Stakeholders/Partners

Currently there are now other stakeholders or partners other than Westlock County.

Potential Partners

Alberta Sustainable Resource Development may act as a partner to work on a agreement or even a recreation lease to expand the campground into the surrounding crown land.

Local Cabin Owners may act as a watchful eye to ensure proper use of the campground and surrounding land.

Prior to Construction

Viability Studies need to be done to determine maximum capacity of lake and how that affects the surrounding area, who it will effect and if there is even enough use to warrant expansion or how much expansion is needed.

Site Potential/Recommendations

Potential Use

This site could potentially be used as more of an R.V. and large fifth wheel trailer campground. Many campsites just require the removal of one to a few trees and there would be enough room. The group campsite could easily be divided up into more single units and the group campground can be moved to the large day use area with the large cook-hut.

Development

Across from the day use area with the cook-hut some trees could be cleared and more parking could be created. More parking could also be created if campsites one and two are taken out.

Developmental Concerns

Some extra fill may be needed to expand parking and create new sites.

Page 24 of 103 Recommendations

I recommend converting the group campsite into single unit sites, and the large day use area with the cook-hut into a group site with one fire pit. More parking can be created for this by removing some trees across the road from the cookhouse and by taking campsites one and two out. I warrant this recommendation because the current ‘Group Site’ is used for overflow and is constantly divided up into single units anyway. The day use site with the cook hut is much better suited because there can be group parking there, it has a communal cook hut and it is close to the beach, playground and the entrance. A few small day use sites could be placed just to the east of the beach and maybe replace an existing overnight site.

Also, nowhere in or around the campground does Westlock County lay claim to the campground. There should be signs or and information kiosks which says the Long Island Lake Municipal Campground is owned and operated by Westlock County.

I also recommend that the fallen down trees and branches be cleared and used for firewood and that the old, broken and dead trees close to the campsites be removed because they are a dangerous hazard to the public camping there.

The fish scaling station is also a cause for concern. It is essentially a wooden table with a tin top with loose 3/8 plywood covering the disposal holes. This is a prime bear attractant. The garbage disposal bins are in the same area of concern, they are old oil drums with open tops, which are another prime bear attractant. I would suggest getting a bear proof fish scaling station, and bear proof garbage disposal bins similar to the ones found at Cross Lake Provincial Park.

Finally, I recommend the entire campground have a thorough “Spring Cleaning”. Just to paint and repair old signs, docks and structures, and to replace anything that is broken or is in need of replacement.

Finally, a campground inspection should be done about once a month throughout the entire campground to ensure cleanliness, good repair, hazard removal and to receive public input. See APPENDIX 4 INSPECTION FORMS.

Contact Information

Dennis Mueller, Director of Environmental and Community Services 10336 – 106 Street Westlock, AB T7P 2G1

T: 780.349.3346 ext. 283 F: 780.307.4035 E: [email protected]

Page 25 of 103 APPENDIX 1 ISSUES

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Page 27 of 103 APPENDIX 2 ASSETS

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Page 29 of 103 APPENDIX 3 AIRPHOTO

Page 30 of 103 APPENDIX 4 Inspection Forms

Page 31 of 103 APPENDIX 5 MAP

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Spruce Island Lake Natural Area

Page 33 of 103 Spruce Island Lake Natural Area

Location 54.4780957 x 113.7674513 W30-63-25-4

History

The Area was once utilized as a cross country ski trail system in conjunction with the Government of Alberta, Westlock County, Long Island Lake Light Horse Association, the Long Island Camp Society, Pembina Cross Country Ski Club, Westlock Regional Recreation Board and a Westlock School District.

Access

Right across the road north of Long Island lake approximately 40 minutes north of Westlock.

Site Attributes  Owned By – Parks, Crown and County  Current Use – OHV, Equestrian, Bird Watching, Hiking and random camping.  Key Features – Scenic lakes, sandy hills (Appendix 2), crown land, lots of wildlife. A 6.48 km2 Natural Area.  Current State – Too busy, too packed. Some OHV users are coming to this area because the Vega pits are, “too busy and too dangerous.” Deep rutting is occurring all over the area and is a point of friction among users.

Environmental/Biological Concerns

 Extreme OHV use creating deep ruts and damage to the environment in a broad spectrum and in environmentally sensitive areas.  A considerable portion of trail occurs in the Spruce Island Natural Area.  Many small lakes and sensitive wetland areas with this much use and without management is cause for concern.  Some water bodies are fish bearing.

Human Problems/Concerns

 Equestrian, OHV and random camping use in same area.  Too many users in one area with no rules cause many points of friction, disagreement, competitiveness, arguments and rivalries.  No management plan for the Spruce Island Lakes Natural Area.  Signs are marking the boundary but they do not say what one can or cannot do.

Page 34 of 103 Long Island Lake Light Horse Association Concerns

 OHV’s are causing deep rutting and extremely soft areas and this forces the horses to go around into the bush creating another trail around. The ATV’s then use this trail and the same thing happens and the cycle repeats itself.  Someone is purposely destroying, vandalising and/or taking their signs and moving them or just plain taking them on a consistent basis. They know someone doesn’t like them up there and they think it is local.  Some break-ins are occurring on Horse Club Property and regular break-ins at the Bowman cabin.

Common ATV User Concerns

 Feel they are being negatively portrayed as “arrogant pigs buy a few bad apples.”  Some like the idea of having designated trails some seem to be kind of hesitant with the idea.  Around the Spruce Island Natural Area Campground area ATV users who were also camping there said they would like to see a speed limit and a noise bylaw in some areas, for example beside and in the campground.  They have also really stressed the point that they do need a spot to play, go fast and be loud.  They still want some family style recreational trails, as well as the “fun” trails. For example trails with varying bogs, sand, hills, corners, obstacles, etc.  Some feel the riding club is getting all the attention  Would like to see some signage.  Would like to see a map of the trails and area on the information kiosk at the Spruce Island Natural Area Campground.

Liability

 Extreme amount of multiple users centered in a tightly packed area creates more of a chance for injury or fatality.  Husky Oil has gas wells that are not protected or fenced from OHV users is an accident waiting to happen. (See Appendix 3. Figure 2.) Also deep rutting could be exposing pipeline (See Appendix 1. Figure 1)  County must work to mitigate issues  It is a wilderness there are wild animals.(See Appendix 4.)

Stakeholders/Partners

 Long Island Lake Light Horse Association

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 Husky Oil  Canadian Natural  Sustainable Resource Development  Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation

Prior to Construction

All stakeholders and partners should be well informed and in compliance with proposed development.

Site Potential/Recommendations

Potential Use

 Horse Club would not like to a line drawn, border driven, segregation between equestrian and OHV use. They would like to see a trail system developed which clearly designates the type of use a trail will have, Horse, OHV or hiking. They would like a speed limit to be created and posted for designated trails especially those which intersect, converge together or have a multi use designation. They would also like to see a noise bylaw created. The Horse Club said they would like to see an ATV club be created and based out there so there can be a responsible self policing physical group to work together with. They suggest building bridges over sensitive areas that ATV’s and horses can roll over. The horse club would also like to be able to bring back the use of their wagons to give rides in. They stated they would fight an attempt to have a complete segregation of equestrian and OHV use. Especially where they would have to use the Grazing Reserve.

 Segregate OHV use and horseback use. Suggest using Spruce Island Lake Natural Area as a natural barrier. Create initial distance between OHV users and Equestrian users by creating a new staging area for the users on the old abandoned Husky Oil Well site which is right behind the sand hills and leave the Horse Club where they are. Create even more separation by declaring the entire east side of the natural area OHV use. Designate only one trail into the natural area on the East side of Spruce Island Lake for OHV users if at all possible. Equestrian users can start at their club grounds and work their way up through and towards the West side of Spruce Island Lake and continue to use the entire West side and up through the entire Black Bear Grazing Reserve.

Page 36 of 103 Recommendations

I recommend that the designated use and multi-trail system management method be used above the segregation method for a number of reasons.

1. No matter which method is used, by-law enforcement and signage will be required for both.

2. From talking to the public, it will be harder to keep different recreation activities “out” than it would be to “invite then manage.” All the groups want the right to explore and everyone will disagree if we designate a border.

3. Third, something has to be done to repair the damage done to the trails from over and unmanaged use. I suggest the County help or encourage the start of an OHV club in Westlock County. That way there is an actual organization to meet and discuss with. With the help of the Light Horse Association, the new OHV club and the County, all the mud bogs and deep rutting could be fixed using a corduroy base (see the section on Development below). Both organizations could provide the man labour if they would like to use the trails and could annually inspect and repair them. Also it may help them to take extra care of the trails they use.

4. Finally to ignore the area and say nothing needs to be done would be irresponsible.

Development

Corduroy Crossings  Corduroy was originally used to provide access through wetlands to areas being logged or mined.  The technique involved laying a bridge on the ground where the soil would not support a road. Two log stringers or beams were placed on the ground about 8 feet apart. Small- diameter logs or half logs were placed on the stringers, spanning them. The logs became the tread or surface of the road. They were spiked or pinned to the stringers.  A variation of corduroy construction was to place the tread logs directly on the ground. No stringers were used, and the logs were not pinned or spiked to the ground or each other. Some excavation was required to ensure the tread logs were level. The tread logs eventually heaved up or sank, creating severe cross slopes in the tread.  A variation I suggest is using more permanent and sustainable. Lay the timber perpendicular across the trail in either full length, or even half pieces, or a combination of both. When using half or smaller sized pieces of all sizes do not butt them end to end across the trail but rather somewhat overlapped and behind each other in an alternating fashion. When this is complete take some fill from the usually adjacent small hill and with either a cat or some other piece of equipment bury the corduroy crossing. By taking the fill from the hill or uneven ground which is almost always there, the trial

Page 37 of 103 now becomes somewhat flatter and even in these problem areas thereby eliminating some of the trail conditions which created the rutting conditions in the first place.

Developmental Concerns

 If there is a small stream crossing or water drainage then the recommended method should not be used as it will result in the cut-off and relocation of streams and will result in runoff collecting and eroding somewhere else. In these cases perhaps a small timber bridge or timber culverts are better suited.  By no means should the County be responsible for developing this on their own. The Light Horse Association and if an OHV club is created for the area, suggested man labour could come from these two organizations. Perhaps maybe even the other potential partners. And the County could perhaps provide equipment. This way all users are involved and everyone knows what it takes to build, maintain and repair a trail and will therefore take good care of them. These clubs could then do annual checks and repairs once the project is completed.  Approval from the Crown will be needed on crown land for this project and approval from Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation will be needed in the Natural Area.

Contact Information

Dennis Mueller, Director of Environmental and Community Services 10336 – 106 Street Westlock, AB T7P 2G1

T: 780.349.3346 ext. 283 F: 780.307.4035 E: [email protected]

Page 38 of 103 APPENDIX 1 DEEP RUTTING

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Page 40 of 103 APPENDIX 2 SANDHILLS

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Page 42 of 103 APPENDIX 3 STAKEHOLDERS / POTENTIAL PARTNERS

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Page 47 of 103 APPENDIX 4 WILDLAND

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Page 51 of 103 APPENDIX 5 AIRPHOTO

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Goodridge Lake Crown Land

Page 54 of 103 Goodridge Lake Crown Land

Location: 54.4287117 X 114.2036275 LSD: SE-10-63-2-W5M

History:

The Northern Lights Snowmobile Club appears to maintain trails and have the rights to them.

Access:

Access to the Goodridge Lake Crown Land Area is really only accessible to the public at one point. Which is located at SE-10-63-2-W5M. The spot can be somewhat difficult to find and there is no room for parking. There is also a gate to a driveway beside the entrance. Northern Lights Snowmobile Club appears to own rights to the trails.

Site Attributes:  Owned By – Crown  Current Use – Currently being used by a Snowmobile Club some light ATV use in summer  Key Features – Large area of crown land, many winding trails some hidden, light disturbance  Current State - Mostly natural light trails use, forest not fragmented/lightly spider webbed with trails.

Ecosite Classification: BM-f1/SM4, BM-f2/SWm, BM-f3/SM4, BM-g/SM4 NATUAL SUBREGION: Boreal Mixedwood (BM) ECOSITE: Horsetail (f), Labrador tea-subhygric (g)

The horsetail ecosites is wet and nutrient rich. These sites are commonly found on fluvial or glaciolacustrine parent materials where flooding or seepage enhances the substrate nutrient supply. With high water tables, wet soil conditions, and Gleysolic soils, organic matter tends to accumulate. Horsetails commonly form a blanket over the forest floor.

The Labrador tea-subhygric ecosites ha a nutrient-poor substrate with imperfectly to very poorly drained soils. Labrador tea and bog cranberry are indicative of the relatively acidic surface soil conditions. It dominantly occurs on fine-textured till or glaciolacustrine deposits, on coarse-textured glaciofluvial material, or on organic materials where the wet soil conditions promote the development of Gleysolic soils. While the Labrador tea-subhygric ecosite has plant community types similar to Labrador tea-mesic ecosite, the subhygric ecosite tends to occur in lower topographic positions, ha mottles in the top 25 cm of soil, has a thicker organic layer, and maybe dominated by black spruce rather than pine. High soil water content associated with this ecosite creates a greater risk of site modification if operations occur in months when the soil is not frozen.

Page 55 of 103 ECOSITE PHASE: horsetail Pb-Aw (f1), horsetail Pb-Sw (f2), horsetail Sw (f3),

PLANT COMMUNITY TYPE:  Trees

o Horsetail Ecosites The trees occurring in the horsetail f1 ecosites are Trembling Aspen, Balsam Poplar, White Birch and White Spruce. Trembling Aspen and Balsam Poplar making up the majority of the forest canopy and White Birch and White Spruce taking up a small minority of the canopy.

The trees occurring in the horsetail f2 and f3 ecosites are, White spruce, White Birch, Balsam Poplar, Trembling Aspen and Balsam Fir. White Spruce forms the majority of the canopy in both f2 and f3 but differ in their canopy concentrations of minority species.

o Labrador tea-subhygric Ecosites. The forest canopy of the Labrador tea-subhygric ecosites is composed of Black Spruce and Jack Pine. Black spruce is slightly more predominant in the canopy than Jack Pine.

 Shrubs

Shrubs in the Horsetail ecosites consists of Willow, Prickly Rose, Green Alder and River Alder, Dogwood, Wild Red Raspberry, Low-bush Cranberry, Balsam Poplar, White Spruce, Balsam Fir, Twin-flower, White Birch and Currents.

In Labrador tea-subhygric ecosites the resident shrubs are Labrador Tea, Bog Cranberry, Black Spruce, Blueberry, Prickly Rose and Twin flower.

 Forb

Forbs in Horsetail ecosites typically have both Common and Meadow Horsetail as well as Wild Sarsaparilla and Dewberry. They also have other varieties of forbs such as, Wild Sarsaparilla, Bishop’s Cap, Bunchberry, Tall Lungwort and Palmate-Leaved Coltsfoot.

In the Labrador tea-subhygric ecosites Bunchberry and Woodland Horsetail are the common forbs.

 Grass

The extremely predominant grass in all the Horsetail ecosites is Marsh Reed Grass. Sedge grasses also appear in some f3 ecosites.

Page 56 of 103  Moss

Mosses do not commonly appear in f1 Horsetail ecosites. However, in f2 and f3 the three common mosses one would find are Stair-step Moss, Schreber’s Moss and Knight’s Plume Moss. These three mosses also occur in Labrador tea-subhygric ecosites but Peat Moss also occurs.

 Lichen

Lichens do not typically occur in Horsetail ecosites. The only lichen which typically occurs in Labrador tea-subhygric ecosites is reindeer lichen.

SOIL TYPE:  SM4 Moist/Fine Loamy-Clayey

SM4 was the most extensively sampled soil type in northern Alberta and occurs on upper slope, lower slope, and level positions in the landscape. Typically, these soils have a medium to moderately coarse-textured surface layer overlying a fine-textured Bt horizon. This illuvial horizon (Bt) may temporarily impede internal soil drainage during high rainfall and spring runoff periods causing saturated soil conditions in the upper horizons. High hazard ratings generally apply to those SM4 soils that are associated with sites that have a subhygric moisture regime.

 SWm Wet/Mineral

SWm soils are associated with forested and non-forested plant community types that occur in two different environments. The forested plant community types tend to occur in lower slope, depressional, an toe positions in the landscape where seepage waters discharge or where water tables rise into the rooting zone. These sites commonly have hygric to subhygric moisture regimes. Non-forested plant community types with SWm soils tend to occur on level topography adjacent to lakes or streams where the water tables are often above the mineral surface for a significant portion of the growing season. Hydric to subhydric moisture regimes are most common on SWm soils associated With non-forested sites.

Environmental/Biological Concerns:

Low lying forest, fairly moist for the most part one large shallow lake and several other shallow lakes encompassed by crown land. Natural forest environment lots of toads, frogs, habitat for other amphibians and many sensitive micro ecosites.

Human Problems/Concerns:

The area is large and easy to get lost in of someone is not experienced and goes off the trail or forgets which trail they came down. Help is not readily available in the event of an emergency and evidence suggests a fairly large bear population.

Page 57 of 103 Liability:

Stakeholders/Partners:  SRD

Potential Partners:

 Northern Lights Snowmobile Club  Surrounding Landowners for access

Prior to Construction:

 Northern Lights Snowmobile Club will have to be contacted, consulted with and preferably partnered with

Site Potential/Recommendations:

Potential Use: Natural Forest Areas Development:

Developmental Concerns:

Contact Information: Dennis Mueller, Director of Environmental and Community Services 10336 – 106 Street Westlock, AB T7P 2G1

T: 780.349.3346 ext. 283 F: 780.307.4035 E: [email protected]

Page 58 of 103 APPENDIX 1 TRAILS

Page 59 of 103 APPENDIX 2 WILDLAND

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Fawcett Bridge

Page 62 of 103 Fawcett Bridge

Location 54.5414104 x 114.0841294 NE16-64-1-5

History

The tracks and bridge are still in use.

Access Located 30 minutes north of Westlock on Just off Highway 44, Fawcett and the Fawcett Bridge are completely accessible via paved road.

Site Attributes

 Owned By – CN Railroad  Current Use – Bridge is still in use for trains.  Key Features – Running below the bridge is French Creek which has a pebble bottom. In Spring Trout and Arctic Grayling spawn here.  Current State – Still in good condition. Little to no disturbance of area.

Ecosite Classification: BM-d3.1/SM4 NATUAL SUBREGION: Boreal Mixedwood (BM) ECOSITE: low-bush cranberry (d) This is the reference ecosite for the Boreal Mixedwood subregion because it has a mesic moisture regime and a medium nutrient regime. Generally, these sites have moderately to fine to fine-textured till or glaciolacustrine parent materials.

ECOSITE PHASE: low-bush cranberry Sw (d3) PLANT COMMUNITY TYPE: Sw/Canada buffalo-Berry  Trees o White Spruce >20% o Black Spruce 2 – 5% o White Birch <2% o Balsam Poplar <2%

Page 63 of 103  Shrubs o Twin-flower 5 – 10% o Low-bush Cranberry 2 – 5% o Prickly Rose 5 – 10% o Canada Buffalo-berry 5 – 10% o White Birch <2% o Balsam Poplar <2%  Forb o Bunchberry 5 – 10% o Dewberry 2 – 5% o Tall Lungwort 2 – 5% o Fireweed 2 – 5%  Grass o Hairy Wild Rye 5 – 10%  Moss o Stair-step Moss >20% o Schreber’s Moss 10 – 20%  Lichen

Environmental/Biological Concerns

French Creek is a fish bearing navigable stream. Extreme measures will need to be taking if any development occurs.

Human Problems/Concerns

Unmanaged human use on the creek and bridge could ruin the water body.

Liability

A train does pass over the bridge regularly.

Stakeholders/Partners Hamlet of Fawcett

Page 64 of 103 Potential Partners SRD Oceans and Fisheries Local and surrounding landowners

Prior to Construction Measures will have to be put in place to ensure the health of the stream.

Site Potential/Recommendations

Potential Use

Could potentially be used for a fly fishing spot, and used as an attractant to bring people to Fawcett. In conjunction with a fishing spot a small path could be developed through the surrounding spruce forest to help control erosion and also to provide more fishing spots and a scenic forest experience

Development

An information kiosk could be installed, informing people of the creek and other activities and sites around Fawcett and in the County.

Developmental Concerns

Development may be met with some “Not in my Backyard” mentality because surrounding private land owners may want to keep their private getaway spot.

Contact Information

Dennis Mueller, Director of Environmental and Community Services 10336 – 106 Street Westlock, AB T7P 2G1

T: 780.349.3346 ext. 283 F: 780.307.4035 E: [email protected]

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Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park

Page 68 of 103 Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park

Location 54.5886344 x 114.1784983 NW36-64-2-5

Background

History Once had a trapper up by Beyette lake, that particular site in known locally as Max’s Cabin.

Hubert Lake Wildland Park consists of a sand dune complex & numerous small lakes & wetlands; Jack pine is the dominant tree species on the dunes, while intervening depressions support Black Spruce & Larch, with open fens in wetter areas; the park is an important nesting area for Blue Herons & Sandhill Cranes; as well, a small heard of caribou wander in and out of the park, there are no facilities on-site.

Access

Travel North on Hwy 44 out of Westlock and turn onto secondary Hwy 661 towards Dapp. Travel through Dapp until you reach Secondary Hwy 776. Turn North onto 776. 776 turns into RR 20. Continue until you are approximately 300 m from the M.D. of Lesser Slave River sign. There is a wide trail to your left it will lead to Beyette lake.

Site Attributes

 Owned By – Alberta Government (Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation)  Current Use – Wildland Provincial Park  Key Features – Many lakes, mostly shallow, a “township of trails”, many different types of forest and natural areas such as grasslands and marshes. Non-motorized use. The Pembina River borders it at the top of the north-eastern corner, and the Athabasca River is the western border.  Current State – Many Off Highway Vehicle trails cut through the area because most public does not know what is and is not permitted. Some deep rutting and random camping. There is a makeshift and somewhat developed camp on the shores of Beyette Lake just of the gravel road. Random camping does occur.

Environmental/Biological Concerns

There are many lakes, ponds, wetlands, marshes etc which has quad trails cut through, or around them deep rutting is occurring. Random camping always near water. There is lots of potential for water pollution and contamination and forest fire is not managed correctly.

Page 69 of 103 Human Problems/Concerns

Some locals say too many parties go on up there and cops, are always in the area arresting drunken rowdies. “Worst thing to do is send more people up there,” and “the Provincial Park area needs better signs.”

Liability

Surrounding Landowners may become angry if not enough attention is paid to the area if development occurs. It is also a remote area so in the event a emergency does arise help may not be readily available.

Stakeholders/Partners

Potential Partners

 Alberta Sustainable Resource Development  Parks  Surrounding Landowners

Prior to Construction

Site Potential/Recommendations

Recommendations

Recommended placing non-motorized use only signage up. Most people don’t realize or know that it’s a Wildland Provincial Park or what is allowed in a Wildland Provincial Park.

The site could also be set up as a non-motorized wilderness experience in which people learn to traverse with a compass, learn about the wilderness and have a real outdoors experience.

Beyette Lake could also be utilized as a finish line debriefing rest area for the Pembina Rivers Endurance Race recommended in the Special Interest section Regarding the Pembina River.

Potential Use

Could be designated as an equestrian and non-motorized use area, coupled with a forest experience with Beyette Lake utilized as a staging area.

Development

An Information kiosk could be installed stating the rules and regulations of the Provincial Park, think to look for, educational information and a map of Hubert Lake Wildland Park.

Page 70 of 103 Developmental Concerns

Some surrounding landowners are concerned development would bring more partying to the area, others have a ‘not in my backyard mentality.

Contact Information

Dennis Mueller, Director of Environmental and Community Services 10336 – 106 Street Westlock, AB T7P 2G1

T: 780.349.3346 ext. 283 F: 780.307.4035 E: [email protected]

Page 71 of 103 APPENDIX 1 SIGNAGE

Page 72 of 103 APPENDIX 2 BEYETTE LAKE CAMP

Page 73 of 103 APPENDIX 3 TRAILS

Page 74 of 103 APPENDIX 4 WILDLIFE

Page 75 of 103 APPENDIX 5 AIRPHOTO

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Kodiak Lake

Page 77 of 103 Kodiak Lake

Location 9-32-63-26-W5M

History A dyke was installed on the creek which leaves the northwest Corner of the lake and has now produced a tail portion of the lake which stretched down through 4-63-26-W5M to the site at 9- 32-63-26-W5M.

Access Access to the Ducks Unlimited Kodiak Lake site at 9-32-63-26-W5M runs through the southeast corner of Section 32 on a road agreement to Westlock County property which is the Duck Unlimited Site. The road agreement in is in a agricultural field, which means it is nothing more than a hardly visible dirt road.

Directions to Kodiak Lake are as follows:  North on Highway 44 out of Westlock for 23 kms  Right onto Highway 661 (Dapp Corner Store)  Then an immediate Left onto Highway 801 North  Continue on Highway 801 North for 11.5 kms  Turn left onto Township Road 633 and continue for 1.6 kms  Turn right onto Range Road 263 and continue for 3.2 kms  Left onto Township Road 635 and follow for1.9kms  You will see a metal gate to a field and a gas lease in the field  Follow the dirt road to the corner of the field and you will find another metal gate  Through the metal gate and following the road to the right you will arrive at the Ducks Unlimited Kodiak Lake site.

Site Attributes

 Owned By – Westlock County  Current Use – Dyke used to create a Ducks for Wildlife site  Key Features – Entry to Kodiak lake, walking trails and a nice hilled grassy staging area.  Current State – Used as waterfowl habitat.

Environmental/Biological Concerns Site in on the shore of a Ducks Unlimited site special precautions will have to be observed if development occurs at this site.

Human Problems/Concerns Local and surrounding land owners may not approve the increase use of the lake because that will mean increased traffic around their land.

Page 78 of 103 Liability Currently there is no liability for this site.

Stakeholders/Partners Ducks Unlimited

Potential Partners

 Alberta Sustainable Resource Development  Parks  Surrounding Landowners

Prior to Construction Public Meetings and discussions will need to be had to decide the future of this because of the potential it holds.

Site Potential/Recommendations Kodiak Lake has the potential to be turned into a large multiuse site similar to Edmonton’s Hawrelak or Rundle Park.

Recommendations Recommend turning the site into a multiuse parks similar to the natural parks found in Edmonton.

Potential Use Potential use for Kodiak Lake is to develop the entire crown land around the lake into a natural park similar to the Parks found in the North Saskatchewan River Valley in Edmonton Alberta. This would be complete with walking paths, large group sites available for rental, a paddle boat and canoe rental shack, some smaller day use campsites and open spaces available for events if the need arises.

Development Development will need to see some at least semi-permanent structures installed as well as a fare amount of walking paths and amenities.

Developmental Concerns Keeping the lake in somewhat of a natural state will have to be key to the success of the park. Low impact but close to full amenities will have to be provided.

Page 79 of 103 Contact Information

Dennis Mueller, Director of Environmental and Community Services 10336 – 106 Street Westlock, AB T7P 2G1

T: 780.349.3346 ext. 283 F: 780.307.4035 E: [email protected]

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Page 83 of 103 APPENDIX 2 MAP

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Rocky Top ATV Park

Page 85 of 103 Rocky Top ATV Park

Location 54.55844 X 113.94859

History

“For those of you who are just finding us for the first time, let me introduce ourselves. We are Kelly and Jana Spiker and our children, who you will no doubt meet from time to time, are Brandon, Jacqueline, Zachary and Mj. I cannot forget our dog Ella. I am sure you will see her close by! We have been in the Jarvie area since 1996 and have been involved with many different aspects of the community.

This campground and atv park came to life after Kelly and Brandon found that there was really nowhere in the area to ride their quads! And if they were having trouble, certainly you were too! The quarter section that was purchased to develop the park is in the perfect spot! We are right off the pavement, and are within 15 minutes to Cross Lake, Long Island Lake as well as ForeFar park!

Our goal is for families to come and relax. Our trails vary in different skill levels and the perimeter of the quarter is fenced so the kids cannot wander off. It is a great place for the new riders to start and there are some dandy hills for the more daring rider to explore!” **Taken from the Rocky Top ATV Park website at http://www.rockytopatvpark.com/index.html

Access

Located approx. 50 km north of Westlock Alberta on Highway 44, then turn East on Secondary Highway 663 for 10 km (gravel free trip)

Partial gravel: Go North on Highway 44 to the Dapp Corner Store. Take Secondary Highway 801 North to Highway 663 then turn West for 4 Miles.

Partial Gravel: Go North on Highway 44 to Range Road 272. Turn North on the gravel (about 6 miles) to Secondary Highway 663. Turn East for 2 Miles

Site Attributes

 Owned By – Kelly and Jana Spiker  Current Use – ATV Park and Campground  Key Features – Camp facilities, groomed quad trails great owners.  Current State – Great condition, very new. Book well in advance because they are constantly booked on weekends and frequently have families booked for the entire season.

Page 86 of 103 Environmental/Biological Concerns Private Land.

Human Problems/Concerns Zero Tolerance for rowdy behaviour.

Liability

Liability is with the owner not the County. Riders must have insurance and Helmets when they rides and they must ride safely. Owner give riders two chances to comply with the rules if they do not then they get kicked out.

Stakeholders/Partners None privately owned. Potential Partners Privately owned. Prior to Construction NA Site Potential/Recommendations NA Potential Use NA

Development Ongoing growth and development. Site currently has 10 power and full service sites but is working toward 25 full service sites. Site also has 24 regular no power sites. And is zoned up to 50 camping stalls. Along with camping stalls the Park has picnic tables, fire pits, and a sani – dump. Tent camping is permitted as well as RV and truck and trailer. Firewood is $10.00 per day for as much as u burn. The Park also provides a coin operated cold water pressure washer.

Site currently has 28 kms of trail, two 250m mud drag strips, and one track with moderate turns and jumps which is about 9 kms long.

Site also has an bathroom on the premises, a children’s playground and a fishpond stocked with rainbow trout.

Things to look for in the future area a shower shack with flush toilets, Motocross track, rock climb area for quads, a Group area and a small store to help with forgotten items. Developmental Concerns NA

Page 87 of 103 Rates and Fees

Day Use of the Trails without camping (per unit) Quads 200cc and over $10.00 Quads under 200cc $5.00 Bikes 100cc and over $10.00 Bikes under 100cc $5.00

Camping Camping - non serviced site $17.00 per day Camping - with a full serviced site $27.00 per day

Camping with trail usage (per unit) Quads 200cc and over $5.00 Quads under 200cc free Bikes 100cc and over $5.00 Bikes under 100cc free

Firewood is $10.00 per day. This will be charged to all camp stalls (Group Rate is $15.00 per day, 1 fire pit site)

Seasonal Prices Non-Serviced site - $1250.00

Full Serviced - $1450.00 + metered power usage

Full Service Deal is $1750.00. This gives you a full seasonal spot and family riding pass. You pay metered power

***Seasonal Rates DO NOT include trail use*** there is still the $5.00 per unit per day charge

**Please note that the above prices do not include the GST**

Contact Information

Phone: (780) 206-7684 (780) 954-2419 Fax: (780) 954-2419

Office Hours: May 1st - October 31st 8:00 am to 10:00 pm

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Special Interest

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Tawatinaw Valley Non-Motorized Recreation Complex

Page 92 of 103 Tawatinaw Valley Non-Motorized Recreation Complex

Location Stretches from the Tawatinaw Valley Alpine Nordic Center south to highway 18 encompassing the $10 Campground, Clyde Fens, Bouchard Lake and Perhaps even the Tawatinaw Natural Area.

History This is a potential new concept for Westlock County it incorporates a number of different Recreation sites and utilizes them to work together.

The basic concept is to develop a large Non-motorized Recreation Complex over a number of years to promote tourism and recreation along with better quality of life within Westlock County.

The idea starts with a plan to re-develop the Ski hill into a year round use. This can be accomplished by redesigning the hill for Mountain and trail bike use in summer. This will give a year round flow of people into Tawatinaw and the County itself that weren’t there before. Development of this goes well in hand with the new World Class Gymnastics Center recently built right beside the hill. Combine this with the Campground use a mile away at $10 Campground and develop more bike trails around the campground and suddenly there is a systematic network of bike users all summer and snow sports in winter. To the South You have the Clyde Fens and Bouchard Lake, They both fit into the Complex Plan as a place for people to go have a nice day camping trip and go for a nice relaxing walk with the roar of a engine. weather the walk be through the Jack Pine Forest at Bouchard Lake or along the recommended Board walk at the Clyde Fens.

Contact Information

Dennis Mueller, Director of Environmental and Community Services 10336 – 106 Street Westlock, AB T7P 2G1

T: 780.349.3346 ext. 283 F: 780.307.4035 E: [email protected]

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Special Interest - Pembina River

Page 94 of 103 Pembina River

Location The Pembina River flows into our county at 5-6-60-1-W4M and flows up to the northwest corner of the county boarding the Hubert lake Wildland Park at 15-36-64-2-W4M

History There are 123 kms of Pembina river cutting through Westlock County which provides a unique and alternative source of recreation for the County. Flowing from the west side up to the northwest corner of the County the Pembina has a number of its own recreation sites such as the Buck for Wildlife at Rossington, Rottier’s Beach and Antonson Park. It even serves as a border for the Hubert Lake Wildland Park.

Access. The Pembina River is accessible through a number of sites in the county and they are;  The Buck For Wildlife at Rossington Bridge  Rottier’s Beach  Antonson Park  Dapp Bridge on Highway 661  The Jarvie Bridge  And the Bridge by Fawcett at 6-64-1-W4M

However the only good spots to currently get on or off of the river are Rottier’s Beach and Antonson Park. The Banks along the bridges are too steep and muddy.

Site Attributes

 Owned By – Crown  Current Use – Light day river trips, some overnight, family outings to the beach and parties.  Key Features – 123 kms of River flow through the County making it a good alternate path for recreation.  Current State – As of August-26-11 the river is still fairly high and is moderately used.

Environmental/Biological Concerns The Pembina is a fish Bearing river which flows into the Athabasca river special considerations and protocols will have to be followed if any development occurs.

Human Problems/Concerns So private land owners may not like the idea of more people going down the river.

Page 95 of 103 Liability Sections of the river are somewhat remote and emergency service may not be able to arrive very readily.

Stakeholders/Partners Alberta Sustainable Resource Development. Canadian Department of Oceans and Fisheries

Potential Partners

 Alberta Sustainable Resource Development  Parks  Surrounding Landowners  Department of Oceans and Fisheries

Prior to Construction Much planning and meetings must take place with all stakeholders and partners together and individually to develop the best plan of action for development on the river.

Site Potential/Recommendations The Pembina has the potential to be a large alternate recreational corridor through the county, Combined with other Recreation sites along the river.

Recommendations

The six access points to the river listed above are all 25kms of river or less away from each other. Development of these sites to make them more accessible, easier to find and easier to use should be step one for development. Step two should be to promote awareness of these sites and the final step should be the completion of and easy to use network of pickup and drop off points along the river.

Potential Use

Along with the network of pickup and drop off points to promote awareness the Westlock County could hold and Annual Endurance race along the majority of Pembina that runs through the county. This would encourage more people to come see the river and its beaches in our county and inevitably come back and use it.

Another use of the river could be a tubing service similar to the one in Entwistle. Recommend traveling to Entwistle to research there service.

Page 96 of 103 Development Development would have to see access points easier to use, meaning not a steep muddy slope. Development should also see an informational kiosk be put at all the access points complete with information on distance to the next access point and how long it should take you.

Developmental Concerns Some private landowners may disagree with increased use of the river. The Pembina is also a fish bearing river which flows into the Athabasca River, development will have to see some stringent policies being followed.

Distance and Time on the River When Adam Esch took his river trip on August 19th to the 22nd 2011 he started by freedom which is Actually in Barrhead County and ended all the way up by Beyette Lake beside the Hubert Lake Wildland Park. The Distance was about 136kms. He got in the River on Friday the 19th at 2:00PM he finished his trip at 4:30 on Monday the 22nd a time of just over three days. With two people in the Canoe and loaded for a five day overnight trip Adam was able to maintain and average of About 6.8km/hr moving time. Adam clocked the Surface of the River each morning and came up with an average of around 2.5km/hr. Throughout his trip he noted the differences in speeds between two people paddling vs. one and combined that with a surface water speed and came up with the Chart as follows.

S 12 p p 10 e d 8 One Person Paddling k 6 Two People Paddling m Drifting / 4 h r 2

0 2.8 3 5 9 River Surface Speed km/hr

So as a general rule one person can paddle a canoe 3km/hr faster than the current river speed. Therefore if someone wanted to go on a 25km long day trip and they were paddling at an average of 6.2km/hr it would take them about 4 hrs if they stopped every hour to rest they then have about a 7 hour day river trip.

Page 97 of 103 Contact Information

Dennis Mueller, Director of Environmental and Community Services 10336 – 106 Street Westlock, AB T7P 2G1

T: 780.349.3346 ext. 283 F: 780.307.4035 E: [email protected]

Page 98 of 103 Recreation Development 20 Year Plan Type 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Major Echo Lake Phase 1/2 Rainbow Park Phase 1/2 Echo Lake Phase 2/2 Rainbow Park Phase 2/2 $10 Campground Phase 1/3 Minor Pembina River Mile Markers $10 Campground Pre-Game Spruce Island Lake Pre-game Rottier's Beach Bouchard Lake Pre-Game

2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Major Spruce Island Lake Phase 1/3 $10 Campground Phase 2/3 Spruce Island Lake Phase 2/3 $10 Campground Phase 3/3 Spruce Island Lake Phase 3/3 Minor Antonson Beach Boat Launch at Rossington Bridge Bouchard Lake Phase 1/2 Kodiak Lake Pre-Game Bouchard Lake Phase 2/2

2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 Major Kodiak Lake Phase 1/2 ATV Park Landing Trail Phase 1/3 Kodiak Lake Phase 2 ATV Park Landing Trail Phase 2/3 Clyde Fens Phase 1/3 Minor ATV Park Landing Trail - Pre-Game Boat Launch at Jarvie Bridge Clyde Fens Phase Pre-Game Vega Gravel Pit Pre-Game Boat Launch at Fawcett Bridge

2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 Major ATV Park Landing TrailPhase 3/3 Vega Gravel Pit Phase 1/2 Clyde Fens Phase 2/3 Vega Gravel Pit Phase 2 Clyde Fens Phase 3/3 Minor Recreation Trail From Town-ALL Sites Pre-Game Recreation Trail From Town to ALL Sites Pre-Game Recreation Trail From Town to ALL Sites Phase 1/3 Recreation Trail From Town to ALL Sites Phase 2/3 Recreation Trail From Town to ALL Sites Phase 3/3

Overall Recreation Development Initiatives Tawatinaw Valley Non-Motorized Recreation Complex 2014-2022 Page 99 of 103 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription $10 Campground 2014-2021 Mountain Bikes, Landing Trail, Tawatinaw Valley & Camping Bouchard Lake Natural Area 2020-2022 Camping, Nature Walks Clyde Fens 2027-2032 Rare Flora, Unique Fauna, Nature Walks, Educational Original Landing Trail Driving Tour Unknown Historical Landing Trail, Trail System Unknown Historical, Designed for Non-motor, Connects all Facilities

Pembina River Trail System 2013-2019 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription Pembina River Mile Markers 2013 Marking Consistant Distances and P.O.I. On the Pembina Rottier's Beach 2016 Beach use, Day Use, Swimming Boat Launch at Rossington Bridge 2019 Boat Launch/Pull-Out/Start Point Boat Launch at Jarvie Bridge 2024 Boat Launch/Pull-Out/Start Point/Mid Point/End Point Antonson Park 2018 Beach use, Day Use, Swimming Boat Launch at Fawcett Bridge 2027 Boat Launch/Pull-Out/Start Point/Mid Point/End Point

Spruce Island Lake Multi Use Trail Network and Campground 2015-2017 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription Spruce Island Lake 2018 Trail Repair and Site Clearing Spruce Island Lake 2020 Trail Signage, building and 1st phase Campground Spruce Island Lake 2022 Finish Signage and Designation as well as Final Development

Motorized Recreation Complex 2018-2022 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription ATV Park Landing Trail Gravel Pits 2024-2026 ATV Park, Terrain, Bogs, Trails, Camping Vega Gravel Pit 2029-2031 ATV Park, Terrain, Bogs, Trails Camping

Mixed and Varying Uses2013-2014 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription Echo Lake 2013-2015 Equestrian & Motorized Staging, Non-motorized boating, Camping Rainbow Park 2014-2016 Day use, Fishing Overnight Camping Use, Off Leash Dog Park, Dog Friendly, Skydiver watching, Playground

P:\COUNTY DOCUMENTS\Legislative\RFD's\2019\2019-06-11\Development Outline 2013-2022.xlsx Type 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Page 100 of 103 Major Echo Lake Phase 1 $10 Campground Phase 1 Spruce Island Lake Phase 1 Rotteries Beach Phase 1 Boat Launch at Rossington Bridge Minor Rainbow Park Phase 1 Echo Lake Phase 2 $10 Campground Phase 2 Spruce Island Lake Phase 2 Rotteirs Beach Phase 2 Minor Pembina River Mile Markers Rainbow Park Phase 2 Bouchard Lake Natural Area $10 Campground Phase 3 Spruce Island Lake Phase 3

2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Major Boat Launch at Jarvie Bridge Boat Launch at Fawcett Bridge Clyde Fens Phase 1 Vega Gravel Pit Phase 1 Vega Gravel Pit Phase 2 Minor ATV Park Landing Trail Gravel Pits Phase 1 Kodiak Lake Phase 1 Kodiak Lake Phase 2 Clyde Fens Phase 2 Clyde Fens Phase 3 Minor Antonson Park ATV Park Landing Trail Gravel Pits Phase 2 ATV Park Landing Trail Gravel Pits Phase 3 Tawatinaw Valley Non-Motorized Recreation Complex 2014-2022 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription $10 Campground 2014-2016 Mountain Bikes, Landing Trail, Tawatinaw Valley & Camping Bouchard Lake Natural Area 2015 Camping, Nature Walks Clyde Fens 2020-2022 Rare Flora, Unique Fauna, Nature Walks, Educational Original Landing Trail Driving Tour Unknown Historical Landing Trail, Trail System Unknown Historical, Designed for Non-motor, Connects all Facilities

Pembina River Trail System 2013-2019 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription Pembina River Mile Markers 2013 Marking Consistant Distances and P.O.I. On the Pembina Rotteries Beach Phase 1 2016-2017 Beach use, Day Use, Swimming Boat Launch at Rossington Bridge 2017 Boat Launch/Pull-Out/Start Point Page 101 of 103 Boat Launch at Jarvie Bridge 2018 Boat Launch/Pull-Out/Start Point/Mid Point/End Point Antonson Park 2018 Beach use, Day Use, Swimming Boat Launch at Fawcett Bridge 2019 Boat Launch/Pull-Out/Start Point/Mid Point/End Point

Spruce Island Lake Multi Use Trail Network and Campground 2015-2017 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription Spruce Island Lake 2015 Trail Repair and Site Clearing Spruce Island Lake 2016 Trail Signage, building and 1st phase Campground Spruce Island Lake 2017 Finish Signage and Designation as well as Final Development

Motorized Recreation Complex 2018-2022 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription ATV Park Landing Trail Gravel Pits 2018-2020 ATV Park, Terrain, Bogs, Trails, Camping Vega Gravel Pit 2021-2022 ATV Park, Terrain, Bogs, Trails Camping

Mixed and Varying Uses2013-2014 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription Echo Lake 2013-2014 Equestrian & Motorized Staging, Non-motorized boating, Camping Rainbow Park 2013-2014 Day use, Fishing Overnight Camping Use, Off Leash Dog Park, Dog Friendly, Skydiver watching, Playground Recreation Development 10 Year Plan Type 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Major Echo Lake Phase 1 $10 Campground Phase 1 Spruce Island Lake Phase 1 Rottier's Beach Phase 1 Boat Launch at Rossington Bridge Minor Rainbow Park Phase 1 Echo Lake Phase 2 $10 Campground Phase 2 Spruce Island Lake Phase 2 Rottier's Beach Phase 2 Minor Pembina River Mile Markers Rainbow Park Phase 2 Bouchard Lake Natural Area $10 Campground Phase 3 Spruce Island Lake Phase 3

Overall Recreation Development Initiatives Tawatinaw Valley Non-Motorized Recreation Complex 2014-2022 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription $10 Campground 2014-2016 Mountain Bikes, Landing Trail, Tawatinaw Valley & Camping Bouchard Lake Natural Area 2015 Camping, Nature Walks Clyde Fens 2020-2022 Rare Flora, Unique Fauna, Nature Walks, Educational Page 102 of 103 Original Landing Trail Driving Tour Unknown Historical Landing Trail, Trail System Unknown Historical, Designed for Non-motor, Connects all Facilities

Pembina River Trail System 2013-2019 Rec Facility Start-Complete Decription Pembina River Mile Markers 2013 Marking Consistant Distances and P.O.I. On the Pembina Rottier's Beach 2016-2017 Beach use, Day Use, Swimming Boat Launch at Rossington Bridge 2017 Boat Launch/Pull-Out/Start Point Boat Launch at Jarvie Bridge 2018 Boat Launch/Pull-Out/Start Point/Mid Point/End Point Antonson Park 2018 Beach use, Day Use, Swimming Boat Launch at Fawcett Bridge 2019 Boat Launch/Pull-Out/Start Point/Mid Point/End Point

P:\COUNTY DOCUMENTS\Legislative\RFD's\2019\2019-06-11\Development Outline 2013-2022.xlsx Recreation Development 10 Year Finance Plan Recreation Development 10 Year Finance Plan Totals Year Project Cost Alias Account # Cash in Lieu Account Recreation Exploration Total Reserves Used 2013 Echo Lake Phase 1 $111,000.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 Year Acount # Total Year Acount # Total Year Acount # Total 2013 Rainbow Park Phase 1 $90,000.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 Current 4-61-720 242,467.03 Current 4-61-716 162,559.49 Current Cash,Exp,Com $0.00 2013 Pembina river Mile Markers $4,000.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2013 4-61-720 37,467.03 2013 4-61-716 162,559.49 2013 $205,000.00 $205,000.00 2014 4-61-720 12,467.03 2014 4-61-716 $137,559.49 2014 $100,000.00 2015 4-61-720 $0.00 2015 4-61-716 $100,026.52 2015 $100,000.00 2014 Rainbow Park Phase 2 $25,000.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2016 4-61-720 $0.00 2016 4-61-716 $50,026.52 2016 $100,000.00 2014 Rainbow Park Phase 3 $25,000.00 Rec. Exploration 4-61-716 2017 4-61-720 $0.00 2017 4-61-716 $26.52 2017 $100,000.00 2014 Echo Lake Phase 2 $50,000.00 Community Enhancment 2018 4-61-720 $0.00 2018 4-61-716 $26.52 2018 $50,000.00 2014 $10 Campground Phase 1 $100,000.00 MSI 2019 4-61-720 $0.00 2019 4-61-716 $26.52 2019 $50,000.00 $200,000.00 2020 4-61-720 $0.00 2020 4-61-716 $26.52 2020 $50,000.00 2021 4-61-720 $0.00 2021 4-61-716 $26.52 2021 $50,000.00 2015 Bouchard Lake Natural Area $12,467.03 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2022 4-61-720 $0.00 2022 4-61-716 $26.52 2022 $50,000.00 2015 Bouchard Lake Natural Area $37,532.97 Rec. Exploration 4-61-716 2015 $10 Campground Phase 2 $50,000.00 Community Enhancment Community Enhancment Reserve MSI Total Funding 2015 Spruce Island Lake Phase 1 $100,000.00 MSI Year Acount # Total Year Acount # Total Year Acount # Total $200,000.00 Current $0.00 Current 0.00 Current All $0.00 2013 $0.00 2013 0.00 2013 $205,000.00 2016 $0.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2014 $50,000.00 2014 100,000.00 2014 $200,000.00 2016 $10 Campground Phase 3 $50,000.00 Rec. Exploration 4-61-716 2015 $50,000.00 2015 100,000.00 2015 $200,000.00 2016 Spruce Island Lake Phase 2 $50,000.00 Community Enhancment 2016 $50,000.00 2016 100,000.00 2016 $200,000.00 2016 Rottier's Beach Phase 1 $100,000.00 MSI 2017 $50,000.00 2017 100,000.00 2017 $200,000.00 $200,000.00 2018 $50,000.00 2018 150,000.00 2018 $200,000.00 2019 $50,000.00 2019 150,000.00 2019 $200,000.00 Page 103 of 2017 $0.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2020 $50,000.00 2020 150,000.00 2020 $200,000.00 2017 Spruce Island Lake Phase 3 $50,000.00 Rec. Exploration 4-61-716 2021 $50,000.00 2021 150,000.00 2021 $200,000.00 2017 Rottier's Beach Phase 2 $50,000.00 Community Enhancment 2022 $50,000.00 2022 150,000.00 2022 $200,000.00 2017 Boat Launh at Rossington Bridge $100,000.00 MSI $450,000.00 1,150,000.00 $2,005,000.00 $200,000.00

2018 $0.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2018 $0.00 Rec. Exploration 4-61-716 2018 Antonson Park $50,000.00 Community Enhancment 2018 ATV Park Phase 1 & Boat Launch at Jarvie $150,000.00 MSI $200,000.00

2019 $0.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2019 $0.00 Rec. Exploration 4-61-716 2019 ATV Park Phase 2 $50,000.00 Community Enhancment 2019 Boat Launch at Fawcett and Kodiak Lake Phase 1 $150,000.00 MSI $200,000.00

2020 $0.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2020 $0.00 Rec. Exploration 4-61-716 2020 ATV Park Phase 3 $50,000.00 Community Enhancment 2020 Clyde Fens Phase 1, Kodiak Lake Phase 2 $150,000.00 MSI $200,000.00

2021 $0.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2021 $0.00 Rec. Exploration 4-61-716 2021 Clyde Fens Phase 2 $50,000.00 Community Enhancment 2021 Vega Pit Phase 1 $150,000.00 MSI $200,000.00

2022 $0.00 Cash in Lieu 4-61-720 2022 $0.00 Rec. Exploration 4-61-716 2022 Clyde Fens Phase 3 $50,000.00 Community Enhancment 2022 Vega Gravel Pit Phase 2 $150,000.00 MSI $200,000.00

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