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Conservancy says ADA path will broaden access for school groups and families
Summary
The Howard County Conservancy told the hearing the ADA path and connected nature‑play elements will bolster environmental education and broaden access for children and families who visit the site for field trips and programs.
Meg Boyd said the proposed accessible pathway is aimed at expanding inclusive access to hands‑on, open‑ended nature play that supports environmental education. She said nature play moves children beyond confined, manufactured playgrounds and helps build familiarity and comfort with the outdoors that can lead to lifelong stewardship.
Boyd noted the conservancy offers free public access daily and hosts substantial school programming—about 50 field trips annually with over 7,000 student participants. She argued the project aligns with county planning goals that call for inclusive, walkable public spaces and cited HOKO by Design chapters that encourage public infrastructure and common spaces for neighborhoods.
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