Signage Guidelines - Waterfront Trail

Example of Trailhead Sign, Port DalhousieSource: Fontasy Sign and Display Inc.“The current Trailhead Signs arethe minimum that is necessary tomark the start of a trail section.They serve the utilitarian needof wayfinding but could bedoing more to announce andpromote the Trail to passersby. While the current artwork,both the content and size, isexcellent, the rectangular framehousing the graphic is purelyfunctional. Using a decorative3D element such as the one inPort Dalhousie (pictured above)commands a greater presence.” 11 Richard Knobbs - Fontasy Sign andDisplay Inc.Figure 3.47: Trailhead Sign with Partner Panel; Source: Waterfront Regeneration TrustSpecificationsSize: Primary trailhead sign - signboard dimensions 1524 mm x 914.40 mm x 82.55 mm (60” x 36” x 3.25”)Partner Panel – signboard dimensions 1524 mm x 152.4 mm x 82.55 mm (60” x 6” x 3.25”)Outer backboard:Aluminum plate, 6 mm thick (preferred)“finish” grade crezone plywood, 19 to 25 mm thickGraphics Panel:Embedded graphics UV stable and impervious to water, rated for a minimum of 10 years for exterior use2-28 Waterfront Trail | Design, Signage and Maintenance Guideline Update