Code of Massachusetts Regulations
304 CMR - DIVISION OF STATE PARKS AND RECREATION
Title 304 CMR 7.00 - Management Plans And Massachusetts Wildlands
Section 7.03 - Massachusetts Wildlands

Universal Citation: 304 MA Code of Regs 304.7

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

(1) Massachusetts Wildlands means portions of DCR properties which are designated as either Representative Natural Areas or Backcountry.

(2) Representative Natural Area (RNA) means a natural area defined by noticeable boundaries which exemplify a native or naturalized species or community with a high level of integrity and minimal disturbance. RNA's may be nominated from lands which are under DCR conservation restrictions.

(3) Backcountry Area means a natural area located in the more remote portions of DCR properties which provide existing opportunities for hiking and canoeing in a wild area.

(4) Area Management Summary (AMS) means the abstract of the procedures utilized to manage Wildlands. Each AMS will include recreation and resource management procedure, policy and regulation as well as area maps and a description of existing and proposed research.

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