HYDROFOREST
The Hydroforest project represents a simple, efficient, self-contained system that responds to the need for fresh water as a vital component for renewal. The system is designed to help regenerate, preserve, and maintain the forest ecosystem of Point Pleasant.
Respect the existing, introduce the new.
A system of rain collectors and waterways distributes fresh water to various locations in the park where it is stored in tanks for future use. Electricity is generated by the movement of water over a series of small turbines. The electricity created by this system is used for general maintenance and to light the park at night, increasing the safety and security of the area. An onsite nursery provides fresh trees and native vegetation to aid in the re-plantation of the park, and acts as an educational visitors facility.
CIRCULATION
The forest can be approached from two main entrances at Young Avenue and Tower Road, and from two subsidiary entrances on Franklin Street. The main entrances are marked by a water collector, which serves as an invitation and symbol of the park narrative.
Site circulation is divided into a network of main pathways and secondary routes that allow for focused use by runners, dog walkers, bicycle riders, and wanderers. Users have an opportunity to meet and interact at intersection points and at defined newly introduced areas. These areas consist of the Collectors Field, Runners Loop, the Enchanted Forest, and the Pond. The Collectors Field will be the site of future Shakespeare by the Sea productions, with the water collectors providing a visual backdrop. Existing historical forts and archeological remains remain focal in the history and circulation of the park.
RE-PLANTATION
Re-plantation will begin at the coastline and will establish a wall of Red Spruce and White Pine to protect the interior of the park from the strong wind forces of the area. The re-plantation will continue inward, utilizing previously existing and native species, taking into account their suitability and natural regeneration potential. Compatible species such as Red Spruce, Hemlock, and Star Flower will be grouped together to encourage a healthy and ecologically diverse forest.Reforestation efforts will be supported by an onsite nursery, which will continue to provide young and healthy native trees and plants for years to come. The nursery greenhouse will accommodate 12,000 one year-old plants and seedlings. Once matured, the vegetation is moved to an outdoor area with a capacity of 12,000 two year-old plants. Irrigation for the nursery will be sustained by a constant water supply from the stored and collected rain water. Visitors to the park will be able to view the park's variety of native plant species in one location and participate in educational activities that promote awareness and appreciation of the forest.
SUSTAINABILITY
Hydroforest is designed as a self sustained environment. Rainwater collectors placed at several focal points on the site accumulate an average of 700 liters per day each. The collected water travels through the site in a series of waterways, respecting archeologically significant areas in its path. The system utilizes the site drop in elevation to generate electrical energy as water moves across small turbines. The water then travels into storage tanks from which it is distributed to the park's washrooms and nursery. Water used in washbasins is circulated back into the earth via a simple gray water system.
Existing forest logs are reused and utilized to build areas of rest and interaction, and for the construction of facilities such as bathrooms, washrooms, and other necessary structures. In addition, a surplus of logs will be set aside for composting purposes. These nurse logs will function as a point of re-growth and as homes for the many animals of Point Pleasant Park while also enriching the soil as they decompose. (Lifeform)
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