What has OHS done to help preserve the site? Has the golf course damaged the earthworks?
In general, MBCC’s operation of the golf course has helped to preserve the Octagon Earthworks. In the early years of the club’s existence, some actions taken by the country club impacted limited areas of the earthworks, but in recent years, OHS and MBCC have developed guidelines and procedures for the site’s preservation. These guidelines remain effective today in ensuring that the site will be preserved for future generations. Because of the significant opportunities for archaeological discoveries at the Octagon Earthworks, current and future use of the site is managed to limit any impacts on its integrity. To ensure that current uses do not harm the site’s well-being, OHS will undertake a thorough study of the condition of the earthworks. Existing conditions will be documented and maintenance or other practices will be identified that should be curtailed, improved, or discontinued. Working with MBCC, OHS will develop ways to mitigate any potentially adverse effects.
