2.3 Education and Interpretation Signage is currently used on the Reserve for notification of regulations, for wildlife protection, to identify risks, to identify conservation works and for the interpretation of natural and cultural values. The careful consideration of signage is important. Signs may impact on the visual amenity and detract from natural and scenic values. Overuse of signs may also reduce their effectiveness as the public become ‘blinded by signs’. Actions: Well-designed interpretation can improve peoples’ appreciation and understanding of an area’s natural and cultural values. The improved awareness leads to better 2.3.1 Include signs in the regular asset inspection report. compliance with regulation and develops a deeper conservation ethos within the 2.3.2 Remove all damaged, illegible and inappropriate signs from the Reserve. community. 2.3.3 Remove, relocate or consolidate signs to reduce signage throughout the Reserve. Issues: 2.3.4 Consider placing multiple messages on one well-designed and well-situated Many of the signs are in a poor state of repair and/or relate to works sign. undertaken years ago 2.3.5 Consider the height, materials and siting of signs to minimise visual impacts and ensure longevity. There are locations with multiple sign posts and/or plinths. 2.3.6 Replace existing interpretation with messaging consistent with the There are some sign posts with multiple signs. Interpretation Plan (see 2.1.2) Interpretation signs are of poor quality (content and construction) lack 2.3.7 Use temporary signage or fencing to identify immediate risk to the public. consistent messaging and degrade quickly. 2.3.8 Create a map in conjunction with Parks Victoria to promote walking Signs are poorly located and impact on the aesthetic. opportunities in the area. The network of trails is not well known among visitors.
2.3 Education and Interpretation Signage is currently used on the Reserve for notification of regulations, for wildlife protection, to identify risks, to identify conservation works and for the interpretation of natural and cultural values. The careful consideration of signage is important. Signs may impact on the visual amenity and detract from natural and scenic values. Overuse of signs may also reduce their effectiveness as the public become ‘blinded by signs’. Well-designed interpretation can improve peoples’ appreciation and understanding of an area’s natural and cultural values. The improved awareness leads to better compliance with regulation and develops a deeper conservation ethos within the community. Issues: Many of the signs are in a poor state of repair and/or relate to works undertaken years ago There are locations with multiple sign posts and/or plinths. There are some sign posts with multiple signs. Interpretation signs are of poor quality (content and construction) lack consistent messaging and degrade quickly. Signs are poorly located and impact on the aesthetic. The network of trails is not well known among visitors. Actions: 2.3.1 Include signs in the regular asset inspection report. 2.3.2 Remove all damaged, illegible and inappropriate signs from the Reserve. 2.3.3 Remove, relocate or consolidate signs to reduce signage throughout the Reserve. 2.3.4 Consider placing multiple messages on one well-designed and well-situated sign. 2.3.5 Consider the height, materials and siting of signs to minimise visual impacts and ensure longevity. 2.3.6 Replace existing interpretation with messaging consistent with the Interpretation Plan (see 2.1.2) 2.3.7 Use temporary signage or fencing to identify immediate risk to the public. 2.3.8 Create a map in conjunction with Parks Victoria to promote walking opportunities in the area.
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