So its been happening a while, but by developing this park they are going to scar and destroy what was one of the last marginally unblemished gems of coastal mangrove swamp in MDC and open it up to the masses for further destruction. I say marginally because the lake wasn't there originally , but the lake might have actually improved the area for fish (or destroyed mangrove habitat needlessly depending on how you look at it).
Originally one could fish, kayak, explore, go to the tree house, and generally be undisturbed from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding area specifically due the to the "un-improved" conditions the area was in (Dirt Road, Weird Hours, no Bathroom, ect). With these "improvements" they will add pressure to the surrounding area. I'm sure most people will like the change. In any case they're restricting shore fishing while only opening it up in undesirable locations. Way to go MDC! Thank god they're not taking away the Kayak fishing. I referred a friend only to find that the location I recommended dint' allow shore fishing anymore.
Anyway, Ive rarely seen human development positively impact the environment and this place will be no exception. Maybe I'm just getting old. Check out the master plan below.
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