Matilda Bay Reserve - Department of Environment and Conservation

SignsSigns are an important element of visitor facilities, providing guidance, advice and information onthe Reserve's features and activities. Careful attention to accuracy is required, and signs must bedesigned and sited to harmonise with the appearance of the Reserve.Interpretation and EducationOrganised activities such as community education programs and holiday activity programs can bedeveloped, possibly with the help of a 'friends' group.ACTIONS1. Prepare an Interpretation Plan for the Reserve to promote public awareness and appreciation ofthe Reserve, including its natural and cultural history.2. Develop an interpretation walk through the Reserve.3. Liaise with the Western Australian Tourism Commission to promote visitor use of the Reserve.4. Install and maintain appropriate information on the Reserve in accordance with theInterpretation Plan.5. Encourage school and group activities on the Reserve for educational purposes.6. Provide appropriate directional, warning and feature signs in accordance with the CALM SignManual.7. Liaise with other departments and agencies such as the Department of Marine and Harbours andthe City of Subiaco to ensure conformity of signs on, and adjacent to, the Reserve.8. Establish an Arbor Day interpretation program.9. Use Matilda Bay Reserve to promote CALM's activities elsewhere in the State.45