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A park is any of a number of geographic features.
Hunting parks and the parks of country houses
Originally, the term referred to an area maintained as open space where residences, industry and farming were not allowed, often originally so that nobility might have a place to hunt. These were known for instance, as deer parks (deer being originally a term meaning any wild animal). Many country houses in Great Britain and Ireland still have parks of this sort, which since the 18th century have often been carefully landscaped for aesthetic effect. They are usually a mixture of open grassland with scattered trees and sections of woodland, and are often enclosed by a high wall. The area immediately around the house is the garden. In some cases this will also feature sweeping lawns and scattered trees; the basic difference between a country house's park and its garden is that the park is grazed by animals, but they are excluded from the garden.
Public parks
Today, the primary meaning, based on the original meaning, is an area of open space provided for recreational uses. Parks in this sense are usually owned and provided by the government. Park uses are often divided into two categories: active and passive recreation. Active recreation is that which require intensive development and often involves cooperative or team activity, including playgrounds and ball fields. Passive recreation is that which emphasizes the open-space aspect of a park and which involves a low level of development, including picnic areas and trails. More on [ Park ]
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http://pollpigeon.com/which-is-the-best-songsofthedecade/t/98361/ vote for LinkÃn Parks Song In The End!!
LPJeffHardygirl (Svenja Fuchs) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 23:37:29 -0000
http://pollpigeon.com/which-is-the-best-songsofthedecade/t/98361/ vote for Linkín Parks Song In The End!!
Fishers residents can drop off Christmas trees at two parks http://ow.ly/Re92
atgeist (atgeist) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 23:35:44 -0000
Fishers residents can drop off Christmas trees at two parks http://ow.ly/Re92
I give up. *hops on packed highway and parks*
justbeeinc (Just Bee) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 23:35:28 -0000
I give up. *hops on packed highway and parks*
@umetoys As for any of the commercial, theme parks, we are leaving them alone this year. Waiting to corrupt the newborn until next x-mas.
abitofmybrain (Bryce Fauble) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 23:33:26 -0000
@umetoys As for any of the commercial, theme parks, we are leaving them alone this year. Waiting to corrupt the newborn until next x-mas.
Top 10 National Parks for Biking in the USA http://www.americasbestonline.net/cyclingNP.html
AmericasTop10 (Dow Scoggins) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 23:32:37 -0000
Top 10 National Parks for Biking in the USA http://www.americasbestonline.net/cyclingNP.html
'Parks and Recreation': the best least-watched comedy: In the NBC comedy "Parks and Recreation" (Thursdays at 8:30 ... http://bit.ly/5OHlFA
recreation4sale (Todd Reade) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 23:32:28 -0000
'Parks and Recreation': the best least-watched comedy: In the NBC comedy "Parks and Recreation" (Thursdays at 8:30 ... http://bit.ly/5OHlFA
National Forests and Grasslands in Texas - Includes leaks to each each forest and grassland in the state, news, and contacts.
Passport to Texas - RealAudio interviews about Texas state parks, outdoor recreation, fish, wildlife, birding, endangered species, conservation. Includes a schedule of radio programs.
Meta Description: [ RealAudio interviews about Texas state parks, outdoor recreation, fish, wildlife, birding, endangered species, conservation. Teaching aid for classroom and home. ]
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Texas Hiker - Guides to trails and hikes within Texas parks.
Meta Description: [ TexasHiker.com Provides Information on Hiking, Backpacking and Camping in the State of Texas. Full Color Photo's of Places to Hike, Camp and Regional and State Parks. ]
Texas National Forests - Extensive national forest list for the state. Includes activities, contact information, history and wildlife.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Magazine - Combination conservation, hunting, and fishing magazine.
Meta Description: [ Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine, the Outdoor Magazine of Texas: Editorial Information. ]
Texas State Parks and Historic Sites - From the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Includes links to each park, reservations, programs, and calendar of events.
Meta Description: [ Activities, programs, and events in the outdoors ]
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