12 Percent - Parks and Protected Areas System Plan Consultation

Sackville River Nature Reserve

County

Halifax

Size

631 ha

Classification

Nature Reserve

Status

New

Conditions Apply?

No

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Overview

Forest and wetland tract representing Sackville Drumlins Natural Landscape

Ecological Values

One of few opportunities for representation in this landscape

Within headwaters of Sackville River ‐ an Atlantic salmon river

Over 1 km of frontage on Sackville River

Some old tolerant hardwood and black spruce forest stands

Outdoor Recreation Values

Opportunities for nature appreciation and education associated with Lewis Lake Girl Guide camp

Walking and camping

Hunting, fishing and trapping

Forestry Values

Primarily mature softwood with some mature hardwood and mixedwood

Some old access roads and roadbeds

Portion of Lewis Lake parcel currently unavailable for forestry due to DNR old forest policy

Other Resource Values

Medium mineral potential

Low petroleum potential

Low wind potential

Conditions

Exclusions and Vehicle Access

Girl Guide camp lease at Lewis Lake excluded.  

Additional Comments

Electrical infrastructure requirements to be addressed in consultation with NSPI