A more developed stage than leaflets or onsite panels is an outdoor exhibition area. A number of panels—which might include text, illustrations, photographs, interactive devices and ‘touchy-feely’ exhibits (tree – cones, fur, antlers, stone etc.)—are arranged in a sequence, perhaps near where trails start. The design of the panels can be an extension in structure […]
Category: Design for Outdoor Recreation
On-site panels
In many areas, trails can have small signs or interpretation panels carrying short messages and pictures relating to features on the site. There are many types of structure, as follows. – Simple wooden posts of substantial dimensions can be angled off at a convenient height to provide a surface on which to glue or screw […]
Leaflets
These are one of the most common and popular ways of interpreting the environment. They can relate to the whole area or to a part of it, perhaps to a single trail designed to follow a particular theme. Leaflets also provide a form of souvenir and something to refer to later. The text of the […]
Interpretative media
The media available for conveying interpretation are: – people telling the story; – leaflets; – portable tape recorders; – on-site panels (including listening posts); – exhibition areas; – visitor centres. questions, discuss issues and perhaps be more convinced of the need to protect areas. People telling the story For many sites, especially those with complex […]
Interpretation planning
Having got a general idea of the potential of a place for interpretation, some planning will be necessary This will ensure that the interests of the organization :md of the visitor will be harmonized, and that the; best methods are employed for the situation. As in any plan there must be some management objectives, expressed […]
Interpretative strategies
Before developing interpretative plans for individual sites it is important to consider the overall strategy for the whole area under management. Such a strategy can ensure that interpretation at one site complements rather than duplicates that at another, iind that opportunities for good stories are not missed. Such strategies can be developed by individual owners […]
What to interpret
As a broad guideline, it is likely to be appropriate to develop interpretation programmes at sites if three basic conditions can be fulfilled: – The site or location has something special, which is outside the general experience of most people. – There are substantial numbers of potential or actual visitors who wish to learn something […]
Why interpret the environment to. visitors?
Organizations usually have several reasons for engaging in interpretation: – to increase the enjoyment that visitors gain from their experience, in the belief that an understanding of the landscape and aspects of natural and cultural heritage leads to greater pleasure; – to increase understanding and appreciation of the area visited and of the great outdoors […]
. Interpretation
So far, this book has covered the practical needs of visitors to the outdoors so that they can enjoy fully the experience of scenery, wildlife and physical activity. It is vital to ensure that the special qualities and the spirit of the place are not overwhelmed by the facilities and artefacts provided for visitors, as […]
Frame construction
Frame construction using sawn timber clad onto a timber frame looks more finished than the machined logs and may fit some landscapes, such as in Britain, where log construction is not traditional. The design of the cabin need not follow a traditional or domestic form, and can be of more neutral, asymmetric forms such as […]