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Parque de Calanterique: Siguatepeque, Honduras

The University of Wisconsin-MadisonDepartment of Landscape Architecture

Professor Sam Dennis, LA 451

Conceptual Master Plan by Stevie Koepp, Hogan Edelberg, Katherine Lewis & Stephanie Judge

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VISITOR CENTERA hub for visitor amenities, recreational activities and park administration

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CHILDREN’S PARKRenovated childrens playground including new structures and an age-appropriate soccer field

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SPORTS COMPLEXA new bike park and refurbishedbasketball court and soccer field offer recreation to visitors of all ages.

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PARK ENTRANCERegulates admission to the park

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SCENIC VIEWING TOWERPanoramic views of Siguatepeque and the surrounding countryside

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AMPHITHEATERAccommodates up to several hundredpeople for concerts and largeperformancesSee page 4

BIKE PATHS & HIKING TRAILSDesignated routes for bikers and pedestrians of varying abilities

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PICNIC GROUNDSShelters & grills for daytime use

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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTERCabins, an outdoor classroom, & an interpretive trail provide children with ideal spaces for learningSee page 5

FESTIVAL GROUNDSSignificant open space and adequate parking accommodate crowds at the annual PineFestivalFAMILY CAMPING AREA

Private cabins and tent sites offer city families access to the outdoorsSee page 5

PARK ENTRANCE

CARETAKER’S HOME & WATCH TOWEREnables convenient base of operations andoversight for park employees

PERIMITER SECURITY BARRIERAlternating fence & wall regulateadmission to the park & protect itsresources See page 7

NDISCLAIMER: ALL BUILDINGS & TRAILS SHALL BE FIELD LOCATED

Parque de Calanterique: Siguatepeque, Honduras

The University of Wisconsin-MadisonDepartment of Landscape Architecture

Professor Sam Dennis, LA 451


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Park & Event Information Food & Beverage Concessions Outdoor Dining Scenic Viewing Platform Equipment Rental Amphitheater Ticket Sales Souvenir Sales Bathrooms First Aid Management Office

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VISITOR CENTER: Plan View

VISITOR CENTER: East Elevation

Scenic Viewing Platform

Vehicle Parking

Bike &Pedestrian Routes

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Access toAmphitheater

Parque de Calanterique: Siguatepeque, HondurasThe University of Wisconsin-Madison

Department of Landscape ArchitectureProfessor Sam Dennis, LA 451


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PARK ENTRANCE GATES

SCENIC VIEWING TOWER Located at Parque de Calanterique’s highest point, this tower offers panoramic views of Siguatepeque & the surrounding countryside. The tower is accessible via bike paths & hiking trails.

PARK ENTRANCE GATES: Plan View

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CHILDREN’S PARK Maintains, Updates & Groups Existing Structures (concrete slide, play houses, etc.) Provides New Play Structures & Spaces Age-Appropriate Soccer Field & Bike Circuit 4

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AMPHITHEATER Ideal for Concerts & Stage Performances Accommodates Large Audiences on a Gradual Slope Excellent Views of the Stage and Landscape Beyond Easy Access from Visitor Center & Parking

BIKE PARK Ramps & Other Structures Ideal for Bike Tricks Provides Multi-Age Recreation Park Rents Bikes, Skateboards & Safety Gear




ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER 3-5 Cabins Sleep up to 12 Children Each Outdoor Classroom Covered Picnic Shelter & Gathering Space Central Fire Pit Interpretive Nature Trail

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PICNIC GROUNDS Scattered Picnic Shelters with Tables & Grills

FAMILY CAMPING AREA 6-8 Cabins Sleep 6 Family Members Each Central Parking, Toilet & Shower Facilities Private Cabins Offer Grills & Fire Pits

WALK-IN TENT CAMPING 8-10 Sites Offer Fire Pits,

Tables & Tent Pads

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ROADSIDE PARKING Parking Spaces Along Main Entry Drive Boulders Restrict Vehicle Access

TRAILHEADS Trailheads & Rest Stops Along Bike & Hiking Trails Offer Seating, Water & Trash/Recycling Disposal May Include Interpretive Signage & Other Information

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STREETSCAPE SECTION Separate Lanes for Vehicles, Bikes & Pedestrians Roadside Drainage Swales Manage Stormwater

BIKE PATHS & HIKING TRAILS Designated Routes for Bikes & Pedestrians Routes Classified by Level of Difficulty




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PERIMITER SECURITY BARRIER Rock Wall Barrier for Steep Slopes Wire Fence Barrier for Level Areas All Barriers Vegetated for Aesthetics

MAPS, INTERPRETIVE SIGNAGE & TRAIL MARKERS Park & Trail Maps Offer Location Information to Visitors Interpretive Signs Explain Natural & Cultural Features Trail Markers Delineate Route Difficulty & Distance

Park & Trail Map

Interpretive Sign

DESIGNATED TRASH & RECYCLING Cans Vary in Appearance for Ease of Sorting Made of Durable, Natural Materials

Trail Markers

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RESTROOMS Vary in Size & Services Pit Toilets Adequate for Camping Areas

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