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Samuel Bishop

2020-05-09T19:10:46Z

JoeyBishop:

Samuel Bishop (April 11th 1855 - December 1919) was a British conservationist who is best known for his work studying the unique ecosystem of the park which shares his name, [[Bishop Park]]. He lived in [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]] until his disappearance and presumed death in December of 1919.

==Early Life==

==Known Works==

===African Studies===

===Bishop Park Outpost===
*''Main Article: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]''

==Personal Life==

==After Death==

==See Also==

Samuel Bishop

2020-05-09T19:10:11Z

JoeyBishop:

Samuel Bishop (April 11th 1855 - December 1919) was a British conservationist who is best known for his work studying the unique ecosystem of the park which shares his name, [[Bishop Park]]. He lived in [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]] until his disappearance and presumed death in December of 1919.

==Early Life==

==Known Works==

===African Studies===

===Bishop Park Outpost===
*'Main Article: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]'

==Personal Life==

==After Death==

==See Also==

Samuel Bishop

2020-05-09T19:05:55Z

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Hantspire

2020-05-09T18:16:13Z

JoeyBishop: /* Notable Figures */

[[File:HantspireSign.jpg|right|frame|Road sign showing how to get to Hantspire]]
'''Hantspire''' ''(also known as: Hantspire County)'' is a small community in [[Nova Scotia]] and was formerly classified as a [[Hantspire (Village)|Village]] until 1991. It is now considered an unincorporated area of the municipal district of [[East Hants]]. There is no local governing body for this community at this time.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)|Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be [[Bishop Park]]. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Hantspire Village===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire (Village)]]

Hantspire Village was established in 1899 by Lord Hantspire's advisor. Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor became the first council member for the village. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the Bishop Park Research Centre.

The village was home to [[Samuel Bishop]] who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of Queen Victoria, he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until the Research Centre was established in 1946.

The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

==The HERS Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After becoming unincorporated the area seen a further decline in population and many businesses closed. Even many of the family farms closed after over a hundred years of operation. The people of Hantspire Village petitioned the government to build a new research station to stimulate the local economy during the 1990's and even got the help of a local environmental advocacy group to spread the word. In October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020. This came as a disappointment to some, but many were nonplussed by the situation. Hantspire has since become forgotten relic of Canadian history and the exodus of residents since the 80's has reportedly long since killed any sense of local pride. There hasn't been a single published study from the lab since 2015.

==Notable Events==
*[[Missing People Cases|Disappearance of Residents]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre Fire]]
*[[Black Pond#Black Pond Party|The Black Pond Party]]
*[[Coyote Scares]]

==Notable Figures==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Lord Hantspire]]

==See Also==
*[[Hantspire (Village)]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Bishop Park]]

Bishop Park

2020-05-09T18:15:53Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:BishopParkMap.png|right|frame|A satellite view of Bishop Park showing points of interest]]
Bishop Park was Established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. The park is approximately 10 square kilometres in size and is located near [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The park is known for its rich biodiversity and soil that is ideal for crop growing. It has been the site of research stations and conservation efforts for over a hundred years since its inception. There have been three conservation laboratories and outposts since 1902 with the most recent station, the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]], set to close in late 2020. The park was protected by federal and provincial governments environmental protection bodies until 2015.

==History==
===19th Century===
Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)| Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. Interestingly, this spread of information led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Early 20th Century===
*''See also: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]] and [[Samuel Bishop]]''

Samuel Bishop moved into the area in 1901 as part of his royal duties. Allegedly, Queen Victoria herself wanted to know more about her colony after hearing about the rich plant and animal life that resided there. He purchased a plot of land outside of Hantspire Village and built a small cabin to conduct research from. As his research progressed he began to send his findings back home but it wasn't until [[King Edward VII]] granted him funding for research outpost that he gained any recognition. In 1902, using the funds provided by King Edward VII, Bishop established '''Bishop Park''' and hired more researchers to help with his investigations.

Over the next 17 years Bishop and his team would make numerous discoveries regarding the plant and animal life in the park and surrounding areas. One thing that they noticed was that many creatures thought to be unique to certain parts of the province, could all be found within the park. As well, there were many species which were exclusively found within the park and nowhere else in Nova Scotia. Bishop speculated that this was due to the incredibly rich environment in which they developed which allowed various species which would perish elsewhere to survive and reproduce.

Research into the park abruptly ended when Bishop went missing in the forest and was assumed dead in December of 1919. The local government at the time recovered Bishop's research and shuttered the outpost. At this point the park started to be developed as a public space for the local residents, and a few roads were cut into the forest. However, due to the number of animals living in the forest it was not popular at first as there were fears of dangerous animals such as coyotes. Some people had reported aggressive animals around this time, although there is little confirming this.

===Second World War===

During the Second World War many residents of Hantspire enlisted to go fight overseas, and many did not come back. At the time, Bishop Park became a popular place to lay the memories of the lost to rest. Sometimes keepsakes or other objects would be left in the forest to say goodbye to loved ones. In later years when conservation efforts started again many of these objects were rediscovered and turned over to the locals for relocation.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Late 20th Century===

During the time between the destruction of the Research Centre and the construction of the Hantspire Environmental Research Station there was little done with the park. The park began to reclaim the land that used to be the outpost and research centre. The park's popularity as a pleasant place to go for a walk or animal watching grew more than before, although the population in the area began to dwindle due to the effect the centre had on the local economy. Many footpaths were created by the remaining visitors over the next decade which lead to various hotspots within the forest such as the [[Black Pond]].

===The HERS Station===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. This had a huge impact on the local economy which relied on the centre for business and traffic. In 1980 the population of Hantspire was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500.

In October of 1993, after a petition from locals, the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020.

==Present Day==
'''Bishop Park''' is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the Research Centre left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at '''The HERS Station'''. Locals park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

===This Wiki===
This Wiki was started with the intention of preserving the rich history of the park for future generations. As well, I hope for it to become a place to share new events and facts about the surrounding area. Even though the town is shrinking and soon the park will be without any protections, I think it is important for us to remember the history here and keep the ecosystem safe. Over the next few years I hope to find out more by going through old documents, research, and files from around the town. Perhaps with the closure of the HERS Station we will see a further release of research by the government.

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Bishop Park

2020-04-30T17:40:01Z

JoeyBishop: /* This Wiki */

[[File:BishopParkMap.png|right|frame|A satellite view of Bishop Park showing points of interest]]
Bishop Park was Established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. The park is approximately 10 square kilometres in size and is located near [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The park is known for its rich biodiversity and soil that is ideal for crop growing. It has been the site of research stations and conservation efforts for over a hundred years since its inception. There have been three conservation laboratories and outposts since 1902 with the most recent station, the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]], set to close in late 2020. The park was protected by federal and provincial governments environmental protection bodies until 2015.

==History==
===19th Century===
Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)| Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. Interestingly, this spread of information led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Early 20th Century===
*''See also: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]] and [[Samuel Bishop]]''

Samuel Bishop moved into the area in 1901 as part of his royal duties. Allegedly, Queen Victoria herself wanted to know more about her colony after hearing about the rich plant and animal life that resided there. He purchased a plot of land outside of Hantspire Village and built a small cabin to conduct research from. As his research progressed he began to send his findings back home but it wasn't until [[King Edward VII]] granted him funding for research outpost that he gained any recognition. In 1902, using the funds provided by King Edward VII, Bishop established '''Bishop Park''' and hired more researchers to help with his investigations.

Over the next 17 years Bishop and his team would make numerous discoveries regarding the plant and animal life in the park and surrounding areas. One thing that they noticed was that many creatures thought to be unique to certain parts of the province, could all be found within the park. As well, there were many species which were exclusively found within the park and nowhere else in Nova Scotia. Bishop speculated that this was due to the incredibly rich environment in which they developed which allowed various species which would perish elsewhere to survive and reproduce.

Research into the park abruptly ended when Bishop went missing in the forest and was assumed dead in December of 1919. The local government at the time recovered Bishop's research and shuttered the outpost. At this point the park started to be developed as a public space for the local residents, and a few roads were cut into the forest. However, due to the number of animals living in the forest it was not popular at first as there were fears of dangerous animals such as coyotes. Some people had reported aggressive animals around this time, although there is little confirming this.

===Second World War===

During the Second World War many residents of Hantspire enlisted to go fight overseas, and many did not come back. At the time, Bishop Park became a popular place to lay the memories of the lost to rest. Sometimes keepsakes or other objects would be left in the forest to say goodbye to loved ones. In later years when conservation efforts started again many of these objects were rediscovered and turned over to the locals for relocation.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Late 20th Century===

During the time between the destruction of the Research Centre and the construction of the Hantspire Environmental Research Station there was little done with the park. The park began to reclaim the land that used to be the outpost and research centre. The park's popularity as a pleasant place to go for a walk or animal watching grew more than before, although the population in the area began to dwindle due to the effect the centre had on the local economy. Many footpaths were created by the remaining visitors over the next decade which lead to various hotspots within the forest such as the [[Black Pond]].

===The HERS Station===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. This had a huge impact on the local economy which relied on the centre for business and traffic. In 1980 the population of Hantspire was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500.

In October of 1993, after a petition from locals, the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020.

==Present Day==
'''Bishop Park''' is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the Research Centre left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at '''The HERS Station'''. Locals park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

===This Wiki===
This Wiki was started with the intention of preserving the rich history of the park for future generations. As well, I hope for it to become a place to share new events and facts about the surrounding area. Even though the town is shrinking and soon the park will be without any protections, I think it is important for us to remember the history here and keep the ecosystem safe. Over the next few years I hope to find out more by going through old documents, research, and files from around the town. Perhaps with the closure of the HERS Station we will see a further release of research by the government.

===Bishop Park eWalks===
*''Main article: [[John Alluda]]''
John "Johnny" Alluda is a young environmentalist and filmmaker born in Hantspire. During his youth he led many campaigns to raise awareness for the park to try and get help in preserving it. In 2015 he began a short webseries called "Bishop Park eWalks" which aimed at teaching viewers about the park. His series was only two episodes long. Production of the series was cut short after the death of his friend Lloyd Harriet who was assisting him with the series. Soon after this the episodes were removed from the channel. Alluda reportedly moved to Halifax to focus on his filmmaking career in 2016.

In April of 2020 Alluda became active on social media again, reuploading the original episodes of the eWalk series. It is not clear if he has plans to continue the series.

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Bishop Park

2020-04-30T17:37:02Z

JoeyBishop: /* Bishop Park eWalks */

[[File:BishopParkMap.png|right|frame|A satellite view of Bishop Park showing points of interest]]
Bishop Park was Established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. The park is approximately 10 square kilometres in size and is located near [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The park is known for its rich biodiversity and soil that is ideal for crop growing. It has been the site of research stations and conservation efforts for over a hundred years since its inception. There have been three conservation laboratories and outposts since 1902 with the most recent station, the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]], set to close in late 2020. The park was protected by federal and provincial governments environmental protection bodies until 2015.

==History==
===19th Century===
Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)| Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. Interestingly, this spread of information led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Early 20th Century===
*''See also: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]] and [[Samuel Bishop]]''

Samuel Bishop moved into the area in 1901 as part of his royal duties. Allegedly, Queen Victoria herself wanted to know more about her colony after hearing about the rich plant and animal life that resided there. He purchased a plot of land outside of Hantspire Village and built a small cabin to conduct research from. As his research progressed he began to send his findings back home but it wasn't until [[King Edward VII]] granted him funding for research outpost that he gained any recognition. In 1902, using the funds provided by King Edward VII, Bishop established '''Bishop Park''' and hired more researchers to help with his investigations.

Over the next 17 years Bishop and his team would make numerous discoveries regarding the plant and animal life in the park and surrounding areas. One thing that they noticed was that many creatures thought to be unique to certain parts of the province, could all be found within the park. As well, there were many species which were exclusively found within the park and nowhere else in Nova Scotia. Bishop speculated that this was due to the incredibly rich environment in which they developed which allowed various species which would perish elsewhere to survive and reproduce.

Research into the park abruptly ended when Bishop went missing in the forest and was assumed dead in December of 1919. The local government at the time recovered Bishop's research and shuttered the outpost. At this point the park started to be developed as a public space for the local residents, and a few roads were cut into the forest. However, due to the number of animals living in the forest it was not popular at first as there were fears of dangerous animals such as coyotes. Some people had reported aggressive animals around this time, although there is little confirming this.

===Second World War===

During the Second World War many residents of Hantspire enlisted to go fight overseas, and many did not come back. At the time, Bishop Park became a popular place to lay the memories of the lost to rest. Sometimes keepsakes or other objects would be left in the forest to say goodbye to loved ones. In later years when conservation efforts started again many of these objects were rediscovered and turned over to the locals for relocation.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Late 20th Century===

During the time between the destruction of the Research Centre and the construction of the Hantspire Environmental Research Station there was little done with the park. The park began to reclaim the land that used to be the outpost and research centre. The park's popularity as a pleasant place to go for a walk or animal watching grew more than before, although the population in the area began to dwindle due to the effect the centre had on the local economy. Many footpaths were created by the remaining visitors over the next decade which lead to various hotspots within the forest such as the [[Black Pond]].

===The HERS Station===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. This had a huge impact on the local economy which relied on the centre for business and traffic. In 1980 the population of Hantspire was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500.

In October of 1993, after a petition from locals, the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020.

==Present Day==
'''Bishop Park''' is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the Research Centre left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at '''The HERS Station'''. Locals park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

===This Wiki===
This wiki is one attempt to help preserve the history of the park and surrounding area for all to enjoy for generations to come. Hopefully with enough effort and time from the community we will be able to collect a large repository of information to create a complete image of the park.

===Bishop Park eWalks===
*''Main article: [[John Alluda]]''
John "Johnny" Alluda is a young environmentalist and filmmaker born in Hantspire. During his youth he led many campaigns to raise awareness for the park to try and get help in preserving it. In 2015 he began a short webseries called "Bishop Park eWalks" which aimed at teaching viewers about the park. His series was only two episodes long. Production of the series was cut short after the death of his friend Lloyd Harriet who was assisting him with the series. Soon after this the episodes were removed from the channel. Alluda reportedly moved to Halifax to focus on his filmmaking career in 2016.

In April of 2020 Alluda became active on social media again, reuploading the original episodes of the eWalk series. It is not clear if he has plans to continue the series.

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Bishop Park

2020-04-30T17:36:39Z

JoeyBishop: /* John Alluda */

[[File:BishopParkMap.png|right|frame|A satellite view of Bishop Park showing points of interest]]
Bishop Park was Established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. The park is approximately 10 square kilometres in size and is located near [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The park is known for its rich biodiversity and soil that is ideal for crop growing. It has been the site of research stations and conservation efforts for over a hundred years since its inception. There have been three conservation laboratories and outposts since 1902 with the most recent station, the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]], set to close in late 2020. The park was protected by federal and provincial governments environmental protection bodies until 2015.

==History==
===19th Century===
Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)| Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. Interestingly, this spread of information led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Early 20th Century===
*''See also: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]] and [[Samuel Bishop]]''

Samuel Bishop moved into the area in 1901 as part of his royal duties. Allegedly, Queen Victoria herself wanted to know more about her colony after hearing about the rich plant and animal life that resided there. He purchased a plot of land outside of Hantspire Village and built a small cabin to conduct research from. As his research progressed he began to send his findings back home but it wasn't until [[King Edward VII]] granted him funding for research outpost that he gained any recognition. In 1902, using the funds provided by King Edward VII, Bishop established '''Bishop Park''' and hired more researchers to help with his investigations.

Over the next 17 years Bishop and his team would make numerous discoveries regarding the plant and animal life in the park and surrounding areas. One thing that they noticed was that many creatures thought to be unique to certain parts of the province, could all be found within the park. As well, there were many species which were exclusively found within the park and nowhere else in Nova Scotia. Bishop speculated that this was due to the incredibly rich environment in which they developed which allowed various species which would perish elsewhere to survive and reproduce.

Research into the park abruptly ended when Bishop went missing in the forest and was assumed dead in December of 1919. The local government at the time recovered Bishop's research and shuttered the outpost. At this point the park started to be developed as a public space for the local residents, and a few roads were cut into the forest. However, due to the number of animals living in the forest it was not popular at first as there were fears of dangerous animals such as coyotes. Some people had reported aggressive animals around this time, although there is little confirming this.

===Second World War===

During the Second World War many residents of Hantspire enlisted to go fight overseas, and many did not come back. At the time, Bishop Park became a popular place to lay the memories of the lost to rest. Sometimes keepsakes or other objects would be left in the forest to say goodbye to loved ones. In later years when conservation efforts started again many of these objects were rediscovered and turned over to the locals for relocation.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Late 20th Century===

During the time between the destruction of the Research Centre and the construction of the Hantspire Environmental Research Station there was little done with the park. The park began to reclaim the land that used to be the outpost and research centre. The park's popularity as a pleasant place to go for a walk or animal watching grew more than before, although the population in the area began to dwindle due to the effect the centre had on the local economy. Many footpaths were created by the remaining visitors over the next decade which lead to various hotspots within the forest such as the [[Black Pond]].

===The HERS Station===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. This had a huge impact on the local economy which relied on the centre for business and traffic. In 1980 the population of Hantspire was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500.

In October of 1993, after a petition from locals, the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020.

==Present Day==
'''Bishop Park''' is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the Research Centre left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at '''The HERS Station'''. Locals park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

===This Wiki===
This wiki is one attempt to help preserve the history of the park and surrounding area for all to enjoy for generations to come. Hopefully with enough effort and time from the community we will be able to collect a large repository of information to create a complete image of the park.

===Bishop Park eWalks===
*''Main article: [[John Alluda]]''
John "Johnny" Alluda is a young environmentalist and filmmaker born in Hantspire. During his youth he led many campaigns to raise awareness for the park to try and get help in preserving it. In 2015 he began a short webseries called "Bishop Park eWalks" which aimed at teaching viewers about the park. His series was only two episodes long. Production of the series was cut short after the death of his friend Lloyd Harriet who was assisting him with the series. Soon after this the episodes were removed from the channel. Alluda reportedly moved to Halifax to focus on his filmmaking career in 2016.

In April of 2020 Alluda became active on social media again, reuploading the original episodes of the eWalk series. It is not clear if he has plans to continue the series now.

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Bishop Park

2020-04-30T17:35:20Z

JoeyBishop: /* Present Day */

[[File:BishopParkMap.png|right|frame|A satellite view of Bishop Park showing points of interest]]
Bishop Park was Established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. The park is approximately 10 square kilometres in size and is located near [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The park is known for its rich biodiversity and soil that is ideal for crop growing. It has been the site of research stations and conservation efforts for over a hundred years since its inception. There have been three conservation laboratories and outposts since 1902 with the most recent station, the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]], set to close in late 2020. The park was protected by federal and provincial governments environmental protection bodies until 2015.

==History==
===19th Century===
Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)| Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. Interestingly, this spread of information led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Early 20th Century===
*''See also: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]] and [[Samuel Bishop]]''

Samuel Bishop moved into the area in 1901 as part of his royal duties. Allegedly, Queen Victoria herself wanted to know more about her colony after hearing about the rich plant and animal life that resided there. He purchased a plot of land outside of Hantspire Village and built a small cabin to conduct research from. As his research progressed he began to send his findings back home but it wasn't until [[King Edward VII]] granted him funding for research outpost that he gained any recognition. In 1902, using the funds provided by King Edward VII, Bishop established '''Bishop Park''' and hired more researchers to help with his investigations.

Over the next 17 years Bishop and his team would make numerous discoveries regarding the plant and animal life in the park and surrounding areas. One thing that they noticed was that many creatures thought to be unique to certain parts of the province, could all be found within the park. As well, there were many species which were exclusively found within the park and nowhere else in Nova Scotia. Bishop speculated that this was due to the incredibly rich environment in which they developed which allowed various species which would perish elsewhere to survive and reproduce.

Research into the park abruptly ended when Bishop went missing in the forest and was assumed dead in December of 1919. The local government at the time recovered Bishop's research and shuttered the outpost. At this point the park started to be developed as a public space for the local residents, and a few roads were cut into the forest. However, due to the number of animals living in the forest it was not popular at first as there were fears of dangerous animals such as coyotes. Some people had reported aggressive animals around this time, although there is little confirming this.

===Second World War===

During the Second World War many residents of Hantspire enlisted to go fight overseas, and many did not come back. At the time, Bishop Park became a popular place to lay the memories of the lost to rest. Sometimes keepsakes or other objects would be left in the forest to say goodbye to loved ones. In later years when conservation efforts started again many of these objects were rediscovered and turned over to the locals for relocation.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Late 20th Century===

During the time between the destruction of the Research Centre and the construction of the Hantspire Environmental Research Station there was little done with the park. The park began to reclaim the land that used to be the outpost and research centre. The park's popularity as a pleasant place to go for a walk or animal watching grew more than before, although the population in the area began to dwindle due to the effect the centre had on the local economy. Many footpaths were created by the remaining visitors over the next decade which lead to various hotspots within the forest such as the [[Black Pond]].

===The HERS Station===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. This had a huge impact on the local economy which relied on the centre for business and traffic. In 1980 the population of Hantspire was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500.

In October of 1993, after a petition from locals, the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020.

==Present Day==
'''Bishop Park''' is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the Research Centre left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at '''The HERS Station'''. Locals park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

===This Wiki===
This wiki is one attempt to help preserve the history of the park and surrounding area for all to enjoy for generations to come. Hopefully with enough effort and time from the community we will be able to collect a large repository of information to create a complete image of the park.

===John Alluda===
*''Main article: [[John Alluda]]''
John "Johnny" Alluda is a young environmentalist and filmmaker born in Hantspire. During his youth he led many campaigns to raise awareness for the park to try and get help in preserving it. In 2015 he began a short webseries called "Bishop Park eWalks" which aimed at teaching viewers about the park. His series was only two episodes long. Production of the series was cut short after the death of his friend Lloyd Harriet who was assisting him with the series. Soon after this the episodes were removed from the channel. Alluda reportedly moved to Halifax to focus on his filmmaking career in 2016.

In April of 2020 Alluda became active on social media again, reuploading the original episodes of the eWalk series. It is not clear if he has plans to continue the series now.

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Bishop Park

2020-04-30T17:23:26Z

JoeyBishop: /* Early 20th Century */

[[File:BishopParkMap.png|right|frame|A satellite view of Bishop Park showing points of interest]]
Bishop Park was Established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. The park is approximately 10 square kilometres in size and is located near [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The park is known for its rich biodiversity and soil that is ideal for crop growing. It has been the site of research stations and conservation efforts for over a hundred years since its inception. There have been three conservation laboratories and outposts since 1902 with the most recent station, the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]], set to close in late 2020. The park was protected by federal and provincial governments environmental protection bodies until 2015.

==History==
===19th Century===
Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)| Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. Interestingly, this spread of information led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Early 20th Century===
*''See also: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]] and [[Samuel Bishop]]''

Samuel Bishop moved into the area in 1901 as part of his royal duties. Allegedly, Queen Victoria herself wanted to know more about her colony after hearing about the rich plant and animal life that resided there. He purchased a plot of land outside of Hantspire Village and built a small cabin to conduct research from. As his research progressed he began to send his findings back home but it wasn't until [[King Edward VII]] granted him funding for research outpost that he gained any recognition. In 1902, using the funds provided by King Edward VII, Bishop established '''Bishop Park''' and hired more researchers to help with his investigations.

Over the next 17 years Bishop and his team would make numerous discoveries regarding the plant and animal life in the park and surrounding areas. One thing that they noticed was that many creatures thought to be unique to certain parts of the province, could all be found within the park. As well, there were many species which were exclusively found within the park and nowhere else in Nova Scotia. Bishop speculated that this was due to the incredibly rich environment in which they developed which allowed various species which would perish elsewhere to survive and reproduce.

Research into the park abruptly ended when Bishop went missing in the forest and was assumed dead in December of 1919. The local government at the time recovered Bishop's research and shuttered the outpost. At this point the park started to be developed as a public space for the local residents, and a few roads were cut into the forest. However, due to the number of animals living in the forest it was not popular at first as there were fears of dangerous animals such as coyotes. Some people had reported aggressive animals around this time, although there is little confirming this.

===Second World War===

During the Second World War many residents of Hantspire enlisted to go fight overseas, and many did not come back. At the time, Bishop Park became a popular place to lay the memories of the lost to rest. Sometimes keepsakes or other objects would be left in the forest to say goodbye to loved ones. In later years when conservation efforts started again many of these objects were rediscovered and turned over to the locals for relocation.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Late 20th Century===

During the time between the destruction of the Research Centre and the construction of the Hantspire Environmental Research Station there was little done with the park. The park began to reclaim the land that used to be the outpost and research centre. The park's popularity as a pleasant place to go for a walk or animal watching grew more than before, although the population in the area began to dwindle due to the effect the centre had on the local economy. Many footpaths were created by the remaining visitors over the next decade which lead to various hotspots within the forest such as the [[Black Pond]].

===The HERS Station===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. This had a huge impact on the local economy which relied on the centre for business and traffic. In 1980 the population of Hantspire was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500.

In October of 1993, after a petition from locals, the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020.

==Present Day==
'''Bishop Park''' is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the Research Centre left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at '''The HERS Station'''. Locals park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

===This Wiki===
This wiki is one attempt to help preserve the history of the park and surrounding area for all to enjoy for generations to come. Hopefully with enough effort and time from the community we will be able to collect a large repository of information to create a complete image of the park.

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Bishop Park

2020-04-30T17:20:21Z

JoeyBishop: /* 19th Century */

[[File:BishopParkMap.png|right|frame|A satellite view of Bishop Park showing points of interest]]
Bishop Park was Established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. The park is approximately 10 square kilometres in size and is located near [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The park is known for its rich biodiversity and soil that is ideal for crop growing. It has been the site of research stations and conservation efforts for over a hundred years since its inception. There have been three conservation laboratories and outposts since 1902 with the most recent station, the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]], set to close in late 2020. The park was protected by federal and provincial governments environmental protection bodies until 2015.

==History==
===19th Century===
Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)| Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. Interestingly, this spread of information led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Early 20th Century===
*''See also: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]] and [[Samuel Bishop]]''

Samuel Bishop moved into the area in 1901 as part of his royal duties. Allegedly, Queen Victoria herself wanted to know more about her colony after hearing about the rich plant and animal life that resided there. He purchased a plot of land outside of Hantspire Village and built a small cabin to conduct research from. As his research progressed he began to send his findings back home but it wasn't until [[King Edward VII]] granted him funding for research outpost that he gained any recognition. In 1902, using the funds provided by King Edward VII, Bishop established '''Bishop Park''' and hired more researchers to help with his investigations.

Over the next 17 years Bishop and his team would make numerous discoveries regarding the plant and animal life in the park and surrounding areas. One thing that they noticed was that many creatures thought to be unique to certain parts of the province, could all be found within the park. As well, there were many species which were exclusively found within the park and nowhere else in Nova Scotia. Bishop speculated that this was due to the incredibly rich environment in which they developed which allowed various species which would perish elsewhere to survive and reproduce.

Research into the park abruptly ended when Bishop went missing in the forest and was assumed dead in December of 1919. The local government at the time recovered Bishop's research and shuttered the outpost. At this point the park started to be developed as a public space for the local residents, and a few roads were cut into the forest. However, due to the number of animals living in the forest it was not popular at first there were fears of dangerous animals such as coyotes. Some people had reported aggressive animals around this time, although there is little confirming this.

===Second World War===

During the Second World War many residents of Hantspire enlisted to go fight overseas, and many did not come back. At the time, Bishop Park became a popular place to lay the memories of the lost to rest. Sometimes keepsakes or other objects would be left in the forest to say goodbye to loved ones. In later years when conservation efforts started again many of these objects were rediscovered and turned over to the locals for relocation.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Late 20th Century===

During the time between the destruction of the Research Centre and the construction of the Hantspire Environmental Research Station there was little done with the park. The park began to reclaim the land that used to be the outpost and research centre. The park's popularity as a pleasant place to go for a walk or animal watching grew more than before, although the population in the area began to dwindle due to the effect the centre had on the local economy. Many footpaths were created by the remaining visitors over the next decade which lead to various hotspots within the forest such as the [[Black Pond]].

===The HERS Station===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. This had a huge impact on the local economy which relied on the centre for business and traffic. In 1980 the population of Hantspire was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500.

In October of 1993, after a petition from locals, the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020.

==Present Day==
'''Bishop Park''' is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the Research Centre left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at '''The HERS Station'''. Locals park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

===This Wiki===
This wiki is one attempt to help preserve the history of the park and surrounding area for all to enjoy for generations to come. Hopefully with enough effort and time from the community we will be able to collect a large repository of information to create a complete image of the park.

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Black Pond

2020-04-30T17:18:47Z

JoeyBishop: /* Black Pond Party */

[[File:BishopParkMap-BlackPond.png|frame|Satellite view of Black Pond]]
Black Pond is a small body of swamp water within [[Bishop Park]]. It is named after the dark colour of its water caused by the black sediment that makes its base.

==Description==

The Black Pond is located inside Bishop Park just outside of [[Hantspire]]. It has a surface area of approximately 110 square metres and is situated in a large clearing in the northern half of the forest. Due to the amount of black tar-like sediment within the water it is not safe for swimming in. The pond often has a noticeable stench on hot summer days which locals have described as "disturbing". The sediment that gives it the black appearance is mostly made up of decomposing plants, sulphur deposits, and trace amounts of salt deposits. This part of Bishop Park is not very popular among locals but has been of particular interest to researchers.

===History===
The earliest account of Black Pond comes from the journal of a local farmer sometime in the 19th century. The farmer mentioned the pond while explaining his decision to settle a few kilometres outside of what would become Bishop Park. He described the ponds existence as "out of place" within the otherwise lush and beautiful forest. Without a place to get safe drinking water the farmer had to move further north wear running water could be found. Another account from the time written in a child's diary describes their shock as a squirrel ran out of the woods, into the clearing, and straight into the swampy water. The squirrel did not return from the water, likely due to the thick sediment dragging it down.

====Samuel Bishop====
*''Main article: [[Samuel Bishop]]''
Conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]] described the pond as being "delightfully hideous" during his time researching the area. His [[Samuel Bishop Outpost|outpost]] is believed to have been located at the edge of the clearing where the pond sits. Bishop wrote multiple entries about the pond where he described its odd appearance, smell, and the effect it had on local wildlife. He noted that he never once saw an animal survive after falling into the pond, due to the heavy sediment dragging them down or clogging their airways. He also lamented that the pond could not be filtered to create safe drinking water, forcing him to either find a stream elsewhere or return to Hantspire to refill his water reserves. The geography of the area did not allow for wells to be dug for permanent water access due to hard granite stone lying below the ground above the water table.

One test that Bishop conducted using the water involved him soaking a log in it. He expected to learn about the decomposing properties of the water and was surprised to find the log mostly decomposed after just the first night. Bishop was shocked by the speed at which the log decomposed as the sediment's chemical properties didn't seem particularly unique from other swamps.

It is theorised that Bishop may have fallen into the pond and drowned in 1919 which would explain his sudden disappearance.

====Bishop Park Research Centre====
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''
The [[Bishop Park Research Centre]] was built just on the edge of the clearing where the Black Pond is located. It is widely believed by locals that the Research Centre was built on the site of Samuel Bishop's old outpost. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. It is known that researchers were studying the pond as they could often be spotted collecting samples of the water and sediment.

The fire that destroyed the Research Centre created a small clearing around the remains of the building. Although the tress did not grow back, the other plant and animal life returned very quickly to the area and the site is almost undetectable. The quick recovery is often attributed to the efforts of the military in cleaning up the site. The military assisted with cleanup as they had the best resources for handling some of the dangerous building materials.

====Black Pond Party====
On August 15th 1980 a group of high school students from the local area ventured into Bishop Park and held a large gathering next to the black pond. The party was attended by approximately 35 people who showed little respect for the environment. Based on first-hand accounts there was garbage everywhere and some of the students threw their empty beer bottles and other trash into the pond. As the night went on the energy of the group began to escalate and it is speculated that drugs may have played a role. The students began to wander into the forest and came across the Research Centre. The Centre was surrounded by barbwire fencing and the gate was guarded by two security staff members who demanded that the students vacate the area immediately. This led to multiple altercations between the staff and the students which prompted police response.

By the time the RCMP arrived on the scene 3 students had been detained by the security while the others fled. The students were charged with trespassing and sentenced to 150 hours of community service each. Anonymous reports to a local newspaper helped shed light on the events leading up to the altercation, but no one publicly admitted to also attending the party.

In the aftermath of the party there was talk of closing the park to the public to help protect the unique ecosystem. However these talks were cut short with the destruction of the Research Centre.

==Current Conservation Efforts==
Even with the construction of the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]] in 1991, there has been little efforts to conserve the pond specifically since the Research Centre went up in flames. Although locals have continued to vouch for Bishop Park as a whole, concern over the curious little pond is non-existent. With the HERS Station set to close at the end of 2020 it is unlikely than any efforts will be made going forward either.

==See Also==
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire]]

Black Pond

2020-04-30T17:16:32Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:BishopParkMap-BlackPond.png|frame|Satellite view of Black Pond]]
Black Pond is a small body of swamp water within [[Bishop Park]]. It is named after the dark colour of its water caused by the black sediment that makes its base.

==Description==

The Black Pond is located inside Bishop Park just outside of [[Hantspire]]. It has a surface area of approximately 110 square metres and is situated in a large clearing in the northern half of the forest. Due to the amount of black tar-like sediment within the water it is not safe for swimming in. The pond often has a noticeable stench on hot summer days which locals have described as "disturbing". The sediment that gives it the black appearance is mostly made up of decomposing plants, sulphur deposits, and trace amounts of salt deposits. This part of Bishop Park is not very popular among locals but has been of particular interest to researchers.

===History===
The earliest account of Black Pond comes from the journal of a local farmer sometime in the 19th century. The farmer mentioned the pond while explaining his decision to settle a few kilometres outside of what would become Bishop Park. He described the ponds existence as "out of place" within the otherwise lush and beautiful forest. Without a place to get safe drinking water the farmer had to move further north wear running water could be found. Another account from the time written in a child's diary describes their shock as a squirrel ran out of the woods, into the clearing, and straight into the swampy water. The squirrel did not return from the water, likely due to the thick sediment dragging it down.

====Samuel Bishop====
*''Main article: [[Samuel Bishop]]''
Conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]] described the pond as being "delightfully hideous" during his time researching the area. His [[Samuel Bishop Outpost|outpost]] is believed to have been located at the edge of the clearing where the pond sits. Bishop wrote multiple entries about the pond where he described its odd appearance, smell, and the effect it had on local wildlife. He noted that he never once saw an animal survive after falling into the pond, due to the heavy sediment dragging them down or clogging their airways. He also lamented that the pond could not be filtered to create safe drinking water, forcing him to either find a stream elsewhere or return to Hantspire to refill his water reserves. The geography of the area did not allow for wells to be dug for permanent water access due to hard granite stone lying below the ground above the water table.

One test that Bishop conducted using the water involved him soaking a log in it. He expected to learn about the decomposing properties of the water and was surprised to find the log mostly decomposed after just the first night. Bishop was shocked by the speed at which the log decomposed as the sediment's chemical properties didn't seem particularly unique from other swamps.

It is theorised that Bishop may have fallen into the pond and drowned in 1919 which would explain his sudden disappearance.

====Bishop Park Research Centre====
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''
The [[Bishop Park Research Centre]] was built just on the edge of the clearing where the Black Pond is located. It is widely believed by locals that the Research Centre was built on the site of Samuel Bishop's old outpost. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. It is known that researchers were studying the pond as they could often be spotted collecting samples of the water and sediment.

The fire that destroyed the Research Centre created a small clearing around the remains of the building. Although the tress did not grow back, the other plant and animal life returned very quickly to the area and the site is almost undetectable. The quick recovery is often attributed to the efforts of the military in cleaning up the site. The military assisted with cleanup as they had the best resources for handling some of the dangerous building materials.

====Black Pond Party====
On August 15th 1980 a group of high school students from the local area ventured into Bishop Park and held a large gathering next to the black pond. The party was attended by approximately 35 people who showed little respect for the environment. Based on first-hand accounts there was garbage everywhere and some of the students threw their empty beer bottles and other trash into the pond. As the night went on the energy of the group began to escalate and it is speculated that drugs may have played a role. The students began to wander into the forest and came across the Research Centre. The Centre was surrounded by barbwire fencing and the gate was guarded by two security staff members who demanded that the students vacate the area immediately. This led to multiple altercations between the staff and the students which prompted police response.

By the time the RCMP arrived on the scene 3 students had been detained by the security while the others fled. The students were charged with trespassing and sentenced to 150 hours of community service each. Anonymous reports to a local newspaper helped shed light on the events leading up to the altercation, but no one publicly admitted to also attending the party.

In the aftermath of the party there was talk of closing the park to the public to help protect the unique ecosystem. However these talks were cut short with the destruction of the Research Centre which led to a mass exodus when the local economy collapsed as a result.

==Current Conservation Efforts==
Even with the construction of the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]] in 1991, there has been little efforts to conserve the pond specifically since the Research Centre went up in flames. Although locals have continued to vouch for Bishop Park as a whole, concern over the curious little pond is non-existent. With the HERS Station set to close at the end of 2020 it is unlikely than any efforts will be made going forward either.

==See Also==
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire]]

File:BishopParkMap-BlackPond.png

2020-04-30T17:15:49Z

JoeyBishop:

Hantspire

2020-04-30T17:14:01Z

JoeyBishop: /* Notable Figures */

[[File:HantspireSign.jpg|right|frame|Road sign showing how to get to Hantspire]]
'''Hantspire''' ''(also known as: Hantspire County)'' is a small community in [[Nova Scotia]] and was formerly classified as a [[Hantspire (Village)|Village]] until 1991. It is now considered an unincorporated area of the municipal district of [[East Hants]]. There is no local governing body for this community at this time.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)|Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be [[Bishop Park]]. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Hantspire Village===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire (Village)]]

Hantspire Village was established in 1899 by Lord Hantspire's advisor. Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor became the first council member for the village. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the Bishop Park Research Centre.

The village was home to [[Samuel Bishop]] who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of Queen Victoria, he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until the Research Centre was established in 1946.

The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

==The HERS Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After becoming unincorporated the area seen a further decline in population and many businesses closed. Even many of the family farms closed after over a hundred years of operation. The people of Hantspire Village petitioned the government to build a new research station to stimulate the local economy during the 1990's and even got the help of a local environmental advocacy group to spread the word. In October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020. This came as a disappointment to some, but many were nonplussed by the situation. Hantspire has since become forgotten relic of Canadian history and the exodus of residents since the 80's has reportedly long since killed any sense of local pride. There hasn't been a single published study from the lab since 2015.

==Notable Events==
*[[Missing People Cases|Disappearance of Residents]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre Fire]]
*[[Black Pond#Black Pond Party|The Black Pond Party]]
*[[Coyote Scares]]

==Notable Figures==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Lord Hantspire]]
*[[John Alluda]]

==See Also==
*[[Hantspire (Village)]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Bishop Park]]

Hantspire

2020-04-29T04:52:00Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:HantspireSign.jpg|right|frame|Road sign showing how to get to Hantspire]]
'''Hantspire''' ''(also known as: Hantspire County)'' is a small community in [[Nova Scotia]] and was formerly classified as a [[Hantspire (Village)|Village]] until 1991. It is now considered an unincorporated area of the municipal district of [[East Hants]]. There is no local governing body for this community at this time.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)|Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be [[Bishop Park]]. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Hantspire Village===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire (Village)]]

Hantspire Village was established in 1899 by Lord Hantspire's advisor. Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor became the first council member for the village. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the Bishop Park Research Centre.

The village was home to [[Samuel Bishop]] who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of Queen Victoria, he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until the Research Centre was established in 1946.

The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

==The HERS Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After becoming unincorporated the area seen a further decline in population and many businesses closed. Even many of the family farms closed after over a hundred years of operation. The people of Hantspire Village petitioned the government to build a new research station to stimulate the local economy during the 1990's and even got the help of a local environmental advocacy group to spread the word. In October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020. This came as a disappointment to some, but many were nonplussed by the situation. Hantspire has since become forgotten relic of Canadian history and the exodus of residents since the 80's has reportedly long since killed any sense of local pride. There hasn't been a single published study from the lab since 2015.

==Notable Events==
*[[Missing People Cases|Disappearance of Residents]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre Fire]]
*[[Black Pond#Black Pond Party|The Black Pond Party]]
*[[Coyote Scares]]

==Notable Figures==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Lord Hantspire]]
*[[Johnathan Alluda]]

==See Also==
*[[Hantspire (Village)]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Bishop Park]]

Hantspire

2020-04-29T04:51:46Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:HantspireSign.jpg|right|frame|Road sign showing how to get to Hantspire]]
Hantspire ''(also known as: Hantspire County)'' is a small community in [[Nova Scotia]] and was formerly classified as a [[Hantspire (Village)|Village]] until 1991. It is now considered an unincorporated area of the municipal district of [[East Hants]]. There is no local governing body for this community at this time.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)|Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be [[Bishop Park]]. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Hantspire Village===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire (Village)]]

Hantspire Village was established in 1899 by Lord Hantspire's advisor. Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor became the first council member for the village. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the Bishop Park Research Centre.

The village was home to [[Samuel Bishop]] who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of Queen Victoria, he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until the Research Centre was established in 1946.

The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

==The HERS Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After becoming unincorporated the area seen a further decline in population and many businesses closed. Even many of the family farms closed after over a hundred years of operation. The people of Hantspire Village petitioned the government to build a new research station to stimulate the local economy during the 1990's and even got the help of a local environmental advocacy group to spread the word. In October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020. This came as a disappointment to some, but many were nonplussed by the situation. Hantspire has since become forgotten relic of Canadian history and the exodus of residents since the 80's has reportedly long since killed any sense of local pride. There hasn't been a single published study from the lab since 2015.

==Notable Events==
*[[Missing People Cases|Disappearance of Residents]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre Fire]]
*[[Black Pond#Black Pond Party|The Black Pond Party]]
*[[Coyote Scares]]

==Notable Figures==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Lord Hantspire]]
*[[Johnathan Alluda]]

==See Also==
*[[Hantspire (Village)]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Bishop Park]]

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-29T04:51:31Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:HantspireSign.jpg|right|frame|Road sign showing how to get to Hantspire]]
'''Hantspire Village''' was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]].

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until claimed by the federal government when they established the Research Centre following the end of the Second World War. During this period of time the village grew slowly but steadily reaching an estimated population of 800 by 1939. The local population took a hit during WWII as many of the young men living there went overseas to fight and never returned. It became common for people to leave keepsakes representing the loss of their loved ones inside of Bishop Park and the tradition stuck for many years after the war.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses. During this time Hantspire gained many luxury installations such as a drive-in theatre and a public swimming pool.

After the Research Centre burnt down, and economic interest in the area began to dwindle, many businesses shut down and families began moving to larger cities such as [[Truro]] and [[Halifax]]. Those that stayed were left to run only a few essential businesses for the local population such as general stores and farmers markets.

==Unincorporated==
By the 1990's the village was sparsely populated with the population decreasing slowly every year. Many younger folks born to the area either moved out West or into major Nova Scotian cities. As a result of this exodus the average age of the village began to climb making it more of a retirement living spot. In 1991 the remaining 3 council members for the village voted to have control of the area released to the district of East Hants. Of the few citizens who showed up to the council meeting, none objected to this decision.

Interestingly this decision to disband the village opened up access to additional funding from higher levels of government and would eventually lead to the construction of the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]].

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Hantspire

2020-04-28T23:36:34Z

JoeyBishop: /* Notable Events */

Hantspire ''(also known as: Hantspire County)'' is a small community in [[Nova Scotia]] and was formerly classified as a [[Hantspire (Village)|Village]] until 1991. It is now considered an unincorporated area of the municipal district of [[East Hants]]. There is no local governing body for this community at this time.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)|Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be [[Bishop Park]]. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Hantspire Village===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire (Village)]]

Hantspire Village was established in 1899 by Lord Hantspire's advisor. Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor became the first council member for the village. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the Bishop Park Research Centre.

The village was home to [[Samuel Bishop]] who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of Queen Victoria, he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until the Research Centre was established in 1946.

The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

==The HERS Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After becoming unincorporated the area seen a further decline in population and many businesses closed. Even many of the family farms closed after over a hundred years of operation. The people of Hantspire Village petitioned the government to build a new research station to stimulate the local economy during the 1990's and even got the help of a local environmental advocacy group to spread the word. In October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020. This came as a disappointment to some, but many were nonplussed by the situation. Hantspire has since become forgotten relic of Canadian history and the exodus of residents since the 80's has reportedly long since killed any sense of local pride. There hasn't been a single published study from the lab since 2015.

==Notable Events==
*[[Missing People Cases|Disappearance of Residents]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre Fire]]
*[[Black Pond#Black Pond Party|The Black Pond Party]]
*[[Coyote Scares]]

==Notable Figures==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Lord Hantspire]]
*[[Johnathan Alluda]]

==See Also==
*[[Hantspire (Village)]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Bishop Park]]

Black Pond

2020-04-28T23:34:55Z

JoeyBishop:

Black Pond is a small body of swamp water within [[Bishop Park]]. It is named after the dark colour of its water caused by the black sediment that makes its base.

==Description==

The Black Pond is located inside Bishop Park just outside of [[Hantspire]]. It has a surface area of approximately 110 square metres and is situated in a large clearing in the northern half of the forest. Due to the amount of black tar-like sediment within the water it is not safe for swimming in. The pond often has a noticeable stench on hot summer days which locals have described as "disturbing". The sediment that gives it the black appearance is mostly made up of decomposing plants, sulphur deposits, and trace amounts of salt deposits. This part of Bishop Park is not very popular among locals but has been of particular interest to researchers.

===History===
The earliest account of Black Pond comes from the journal of a local farmer sometime in the 19th century. The farmer mentioned the pond while explaining his decision to settle a few kilometres outside of what would become Bishop Park. He described the ponds existence as "out of place" within the otherwise lush and beautiful forest. Without a place to get safe drinking water the farmer had to move further north wear running water could be found. Another account from the time written in a child's diary describes their shock as a squirrel ran out of the woods, into the clearing, and straight into the swampy water. The squirrel did not return from the water, likely due to the thick sediment dragging it down.

====Samuel Bishop====
*''Main article: [[Samuel Bishop]]''
Conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]] described the pond as being "delightfully hideous" during his time researching the area. His [[Samuel Bishop Outpost|outpost]] is believed to have been located at the edge of the clearing where the pond sits. Bishop wrote multiple entries about the pond where he described its odd appearance, smell, and the effect it had on local wildlife. He noted that he never once saw an animal survive after falling into the pond, due to the heavy sediment dragging them down or clogging their airways. He also lamented that the pond could not be filtered to create safe drinking water, forcing him to either find a stream elsewhere or return to Hantspire to refill his water reserves. The geography of the area did not allow for wells to be dug for permanent water access due to hard granite stone lying below the ground above the water table.

One test that Bishop conducted using the water involved him soaking a log in it. He expected to learn about the decomposing properties of the water and was surprised to find the log mostly decomposed after just the first night. Bishop was shocked by the speed at which the log decomposed as the sediment's chemical properties didn't seem particularly unique from other swamps.

It is theorised that Bishop may have fallen into the pond and drowned in 1919 which would explain his sudden disappearance.

====Bishop Park Research Centre====
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''
The [[Bishop Park Research Centre]] was built just on the edge of the clearing where the Black Pond is located. It is widely believed by locals that the Research Centre was built on the site of Samuel Bishop's old outpost. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. It is known that researchers were studying the pond as they could often be spotted collecting samples of the water and sediment.

The fire that destroyed the Research Centre created a small clearing around the remains of the building. Although the tress did not grow back, the other plant and animal life returned very quickly to the area and the site is almost undetectable. The quick recovery is often attributed to the efforts of the military in cleaning up the site. The military assisted with cleanup as they had the best resources for handling some of the dangerous building materials.

====Black Pond Party====
On August 15th 1980 a group of high school students from the local area ventured into Bishop Park and held a large gathering next to the black pond. The party was attended by approximately 35 people who showed little respect for the environment. Based on first-hand accounts there was garbage everywhere and some of the students threw their empty beer bottles and other trash into the pond. As the night went on the energy of the group began to escalate and it is speculated that drugs may have played a role. The students began to wander into the forest and came across the Research Centre. The Centre was surrounded by barbwire fencing and the gate was guarded by two security staff members who demanded that the students vacate the area immediately. This led to multiple altercations between the staff and the students which prompted police response.

By the time the RCMP arrived on the scene 3 students had been detained by the security while the others fled. The students were charged with trespassing and sentenced to 150 hours of community service each. Anonymous reports to a local newspaper helped shed light on the events leading up to the altercation, but no one publicly admitted to also attending the party.

In the aftermath of the party there was talk of closing the park to the public to help protect the unique ecosystem. However these talks were cut short with the destruction of the Research Centre which led to a mass exodus when the local economy collapsed as a result.

==Current Conservation Efforts==
Even with the construction of the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]] in 1991, there has been little efforts to conserve the pond specifically since the Research Centre went up in flames. Although locals have continued to vouch for Bishop Park as a whole, concern over the curious little pond is non-existent. With the HERS Station set to close at the end of 2020 it is unlikely than any efforts will be made going forward either.

==See Also==
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire]]

Black Pond

2020-04-28T23:03:39Z

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Main Page

2020-04-28T22:21:42Z

JoeyBishop:

Welcome to the Bishop Park Wiki!

==Welcome to Bishop Park==
[[Bishop Park]] was established in the early 1900's by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]] in order to study the abundance of flora and fauna residing in the county of [[Hanstpire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The area was well known for being a great place to raise crops and livestock and was home to a wide range of staple Nova Scotia creatures. Many common species thought to be exclusive to other areas can also be found here in the park which means this is an interesting and unique ecosystem. There are also a wide range of species that are completely unique to Bishop Park and the Hantspire area which is another one of the reasons the park was originally established.

Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made there way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)|Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

Bishop Park is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]] in 1980 left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at The [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]. Local park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

==Main Articles==
*[[Bishop Park]]
*[[Hantspire]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre]]

==Other Articles==
*[[Black Pond]]
*[[John Savage]]
*[[King Edward VII]]

Bishop Park

2020-04-28T22:20:46Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:BishopParkMap.png|right|frame|A satellite view of Bishop Park showing points of interest]]
Bishop Park was Established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. The park is approximately 10 square kilometres in size and is located near [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The park is known for its rich biodiversity and soil that is ideal for crop growing. It has been the site of research stations and conservation efforts for over a hundred years since its inception. There have been three conservation laboratories and outposts since 1902 with the most recent station, the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]], set to close in late 2020. The park was protected by federal and provincial governments environmental protection bodies until 2015.

==History==
===19th Century===
Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made there way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)| Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. Interestingly, this spread of information led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Early 20th Century===
*''See also: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]] and [[Samuel Bishop]]''

Samuel Bishop moved into the area in 1901 as part of his royal duties. Allegedly, Queen Victoria herself wanted to know more about her colony after hearing about the rich plant and animal life that resided there. He purchased a plot of land outside of Hantspire Village and built a small cabin to conduct research from. As his research progressed he began to send his findings back home but it wasn't until [[King Edward VII]] granted him funding for research outpost that he gained any recognition. In 1902, using the funds provided by King Edward VII, Bishop established '''Bishop Park''' and hired more researchers to help with his investigations.

Over the next 17 years Bishop and his team would make numerous discoveries regarding the plant and animal life in the park and surrounding areas. One thing that they noticed was that many creatures thought to be unique to certain parts of the province, could all be found within the park. As well, there were many species which were exclusively found within the park and nowhere else in Nova Scotia. Bishop speculated that this was due to the incredibly rich environment in which they developed which allowed various species which would perish elsewhere to survive and reproduce.

Research into the park abruptly ended when Bishop went missing in the forest and was assumed dead in December of 1919. The local government at the time recovered Bishop's research and shuttered the outpost. At this point the park started to be developed as a public space for the local residents, and a few roads were cut into the forest. However, due to the number of animals living in the forest it was not popular at first there were fears of dangerous animals such as coyotes. Some people had reported aggressive animals around this time, although there is little confirming this.

===Second World War===

During the Second World War many residents of Hantspire enlisted to go fight overseas, and many did not come back. At the time, Bishop Park became a popular place to lay the memories of the lost to rest. Sometimes keepsakes or other objects would be left in the forest to say goodbye to loved ones. In later years when conservation efforts started again many of these objects were rediscovered and turned over to the locals for relocation.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Late 20th Century===

During the time between the destruction of the Research Centre and the construction of the Hantspire Environmental Research Station there was little done with the park. The park began to reclaim the land that used to be the outpost and research centre. The park's popularity as a pleasant place to go for a walk or animal watching grew more than before, although the population in the area began to dwindle due to the effect the centre had on the local economy. Many footpaths were created by the remaining visitors over the next decade which lead to various hotspots within the forest such as the [[Black Pond]].

===The HERS Station===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. This had a huge impact on the local economy which relied on the centre for business and traffic. In 1980 the population of Hantspire was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500.

In October of 1993, after a petition from locals, the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020.

==Present Day==
'''Bishop Park''' is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the Research Centre left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at '''The HERS Station'''. Locals park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

===This Wiki===
This wiki is one attempt to help preserve the history of the park and surrounding area for all to enjoy for generations to come. Hopefully with enough effort and time from the community we will be able to collect a large repository of information to create a complete image of the park.

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Bishop Park

2020-04-28T22:20:06Z

JoeyBishop: /* The HERS Station */

[[File:BishopParkMap.png|right|400px]]
Bishop Park was Established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. The park is approximately 10 square kilometres in size and is located near [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The park is known for its rich biodiversity and soil that is ideal for crop growing. It has been the site of research stations and conservation efforts for over a hundred years since its inception. There have been three conservation laboratories and outposts since 1902 with the most recent station, the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]], set to close in late 2020. The park was protected by federal and provincial governments environmental protection bodies until 2015.

==History==
===19th Century===
Before becoming a park, the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made there way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)| Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. Interestingly, this spread of information led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Early 20th Century===
*''See also: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]] and [[Samuel Bishop]]''

Samuel Bishop moved into the area in 1901 as part of his royal duties. Allegedly, Queen Victoria herself wanted to know more about her colony after hearing about the rich plant and animal life that resided there. He purchased a plot of land outside of Hantspire Village and built a small cabin to conduct research from. As his research progressed he began to send his findings back home but it wasn't until [[King Edward VII]] granted him funding for research outpost that he gained any recognition. In 1902, using the funds provided by King Edward VII, Bishop established '''Bishop Park''' and hired more researchers to help with his investigations.

Over the next 17 years Bishop and his team would make numerous discoveries regarding the plant and animal life in the park and surrounding areas. One thing that they noticed was that many creatures thought to be unique to certain parts of the province, could all be found within the park. As well, there were many species which were exclusively found within the park and nowhere else in Nova Scotia. Bishop speculated that this was due to the incredibly rich environment in which they developed which allowed various species which would perish elsewhere to survive and reproduce.

Research into the park abruptly ended when Bishop went missing in the forest and was assumed dead in December of 1919. The local government at the time recovered Bishop's research and shuttered the outpost. At this point the park started to be developed as a public space for the local residents, and a few roads were cut into the forest. However, due to the number of animals living in the forest it was not popular at first there were fears of dangerous animals such as coyotes. Some people had reported aggressive animals around this time, although there is little confirming this.

===Second World War===

During the Second World War many residents of Hantspire enlisted to go fight overseas, and many did not come back. At the time, Bishop Park became a popular place to lay the memories of the lost to rest. Sometimes keepsakes or other objects would be left in the forest to say goodbye to loved ones. In later years when conservation efforts started again many of these objects were rediscovered and turned over to the locals for relocation.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Late 20th Century===

During the time between the destruction of the Research Centre and the construction of the Hantspire Environmental Research Station there was little done with the park. The park began to reclaim the land that used to be the outpost and research centre. The park's popularity as a pleasant place to go for a walk or animal watching grew more than before, although the population in the area began to dwindle due to the effect the centre had on the local economy. Many footpaths were created by the remaining visitors over the next decade which lead to various hotspots within the forest such as the [[Black Pond]].

===The HERS Station===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. This had a huge impact on the local economy which relied on the centre for business and traffic. In 1980 the population of Hantspire was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500.

In October of 1993, after a petition from locals, the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020.

==Present Day==
'''Bishop Park''' is all but forgotten now. It sees less than a hundred visitors each year according to Facebook Check-In statistics and many Nova Scotians only vaguely recall the name. The area is still just as lush and rich as it was in the past with no reported cases of extinction or environmental disaster. Amazingly, the fire at the Research Centre left minimal scarring on the local area with little to no evidence remaining. As the park was removed from environmental protections by the Canadian Government, it is no longer regularly monitored by conservation officers or the RCMP. The only ones paying attention are local residents and the staff at '''The HERS Station'''. Locals park enthusiasts have long given up trying to convince the government to continue funding research in the area, with some taking it upon themselves to research and teach about the area.

===This Wiki===
This wiki is one attempt to help preserve the history of the park and surrounding area for all to enjoy for generations to come. Hopefully with enough effort and time from the community we will be able to collect a large repository of information to create a complete image of the park.

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Hantspire

2020-04-28T22:19:34Z

JoeyBishop: /* The HERS Station */

Hantspire ''(also known as: Hantspire County)'' is a small community in [[Nova Scotia]] and was formerly classified as a [[Hantspire (Village)|Village]] until 1991. It is now considered an unincorporated area of the municipal district of [[East Hants]]. There is no local governing body for this community at this time.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become Hantspire and Bishop Park. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until [[Lord Hantspire]] built his home in what would later become the [[Hantspire (Village)|Village of Hantspire]] that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be [[Bishop Park]]. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Hantspire Village===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire (Village)]]

Hantspire Village was established in 1899 by Lord Hantspire's advisor. Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor became the first council member for the village. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the Bishop Park Research Centre.

The village was home to [[Samuel Bishop]] who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of Queen Victoria, he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until the Research Centre was established in 1946.

The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

==The HERS Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After becoming unincorporated the area seen a further decline in population and many businesses closed. Even many of the family farms closed after over a hundred years of operation. The people of Hantspire Village petitioned the government to build a new research station to stimulate the local economy during the 1990's and even got the help of a local environmental advocacy group to spread the word. In October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020. This came as a disappointment to some, but many were nonplussed by the situation. Hantspire has since become forgotten relic of Canadian history and the exodus of residents since the 80's has reportedly long since killed any sense of local pride. There hasn't been a single published study from the lab since 2015.

==Notable Events==
*[[Missing People Cases|Disappearance of Residents]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre Fire]]
*[[Black Pond#Party|The Black Pond Party]]
*[[Coyote Scares]]

==Notable Figures==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Lord Hantspire]]
*[[Johnathan Alluda]]

==See Also==
*[[Hantspire (Village)]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]
*[[Bishop Park]]

John Savage

2020-04-28T22:19:09Z

JoeyBishop: /* Hantspire Environmental Research Station */

[[File:JohnSavage.png|right|150px]]
John Patrick Savage was the 23rd Premier of Nova Scotia between 1993 and 1997. Savage was a controversial premier, bringing in many reforms in taxation, regional government, and government hiring practices. He resigned as premier in 1997 due to his low approval ratings in public polls.<ref name="john" /> Despite his spending cuts, he was responsible for approving funding for the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]] in 1993 after a petition from locals.

==Hantspire Environmental Research Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the Canadian Government was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. However another economic effect of the loss of the station was on the local residents and businesses which had relied on the staff of the installation to stimulate their local economy. Long-time residents of the area petitioned the government to rebuild the facility and continue their research in order to revitalise the town.

n October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, John Savage, announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art using designs and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ($1.9 million adjusted for inflation). Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

==External Links==
<references>
<ref name="john">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Savage_(Nova_Scotia_politician) John Savage Wikipedia Article]</ref>
</references>

Hantspire Environmental Research Station

2020-04-28T22:18:42Z

JoeyBishop: /* Establishment */

The '''Hantspire Environmental Research Station''' - also known as "'''The HERS Station'''" by locals - is a biological research laboratory located on the outskirts of [[Bishop Park]] in the namesake [[Hantspire]], [[Nova Scotia]]. The research station was built in 1994 with funding from the Provincial Government and was designed as an upgrade and replacement for the previous station, the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]] that burned down in 1980. Funding for the station was cut in February of 2019 and the station is set to close by September of 2020. Currently there are approximately 17 researchers and staff employed by the station.

==History==
===Previous Stations===
====Samuel Bishop Outpost====
*''Main article: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]''

'''Bishop Park''' was established in 1902 by conservationist [[Samuel Bishop]]. Bishop was sanctioned by [[King Edward VII]] to begin extensive research of the area due to its rich soil and biodiversity. Around 20 scientists were assigned to help Bishop with his research and a small outpost was established in the heart of the park to allow them to stay for weeks at a time during studies. Before this, Bishop often worked alone, riding horseback into the middle of the forest to study unique plants and animals not found elsewhere on mainland Nova Scotia. Between 1902 and 1919 there is significant advancement in the cataloguing and study of the native species. This would abruptly end in December of 1919 when Bishop passed away and the outpost was shuttered.

====Bishop Park Research Centre====
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''
Following the '''Second World War''' and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the '''Bishop Park Research Centre'''. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora.

===Establishment===
After the destruction of the previous research station, the '''Canadian Government''' was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. However another economic effect of the loss of the station was on the local residents and businesses which had relied on the staff of the installation to stimulate their local economy. In 1980 the population of '''Hantspire''' was around 2000 with hundreds more commuting from nearby villages and towns, but by 1994 the population was just under 500. Long-time residents of the area petitioned the government to rebuild the facility and continue their research in order to revitalise the town. The petition gained traction when an '''environmental protections advocacy group''' picked up the petition as a way to protect the local ecosystem which they believed to be at risk without the governments intervention. The group used the parks reputation for housing unique species and rich biodiversity as reasons it should be protected and studied.

In October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, [[John Savage]], announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art using designs and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ''($1.9 million adjusted for inflation)''. Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

===First Decade===
During the late 1990's and early 2000's the station was able to maintain a large staff of around 40 people. The lab did not allow volunteers or students to work there during this time, although that would change in its final decade, and instead relied on tenured researchers poached from labs and universities across the country. In these first years the station was able to conduct many studies which offered new insight into the local ecosystem, as well as new applications for the unique species of flora found within the park. However by the end of the decade there were less discoveries and breakthroughs being made which led to funding cuts by the province. By 2010 the staff had been reduced to just 7 researchers and a few support staff.

====Effect on Locals====
The local economy in Hantspire was not as effected by the development of the research station as they had hoped. Many of the staff did not end up moving to the area and instead chose to commute to the lab daily from the cities [[Halifax]] and [[Truro]], which are both about an hour outside of Hantspire. Even though the economy was not strong, during the '''dot-com era''' the research station was fitted with fibre optic connections and as a result a fibre line was run through Hantspire making it one of the few places in rural Nova Scotia with highspeed internet. The locals had mixed reactions to the station at the time with some saying they regretted their participation in the original petition to construct it.

==Recent Developments==
By 2010 the funding for the station and the staff had been greatly reduced. From this time until now the station has seen very little progress be made in any field or area of research. As a result in February of 2019 the provincial government decided to cut funding for the facility and shutter its doors as soon as September 2020. This came as a disappointment to some, but many were nonplussed by the situation. Hantspire has since become forgotten relic of Canadian history and the exodus of residents since the 80's has reportedly long since killed any sense of local pride. There hasn't been a single published study from the lab since 2015.

==Notable Research==
''This section needs more examples''

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre]]
*[[Hantspire]]

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-28T22:14:56Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:HantspireSign.jpg|right|frame|Road sign showing how to get to Hantspire]]
Hantspire Village was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]].

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until claimed by the federal government when they established the Research Centre following the end of the Second World War. During this period of time the village grew slowly but steadily reaching an estimated population of 800 by 1939. The local population took a hit during WWII as many of the young men living there went overseas to fight and never returned. It became common for people to leave keepsakes representing the loss of their loved ones inside of Bishop Park and the tradition stuck for many years after the war.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses. During this time Hantspire gained many luxury installations such as a drive-in theatre and a public swimming pool.

After the Research Centre burnt down, and economic interest in the area began to dwindle, many businesses shut down and families began moving to larger cities such as [[Truro]] and [[Halifax]]. Those that stayed were left to run only a few essential businesses for the local population such as general stores and farmers markets.

==Unincorporated==
By the 1990's the village was sparsely populated with the population decreasing slowly every year. Many younger folks born to the area either moved out West or into major Nova Scotian cities. As a result of this exodus the average age of the village began to climb making it more of a retirement living spot. In 1991 the remaining 3 council members for the village voted to have control of the area released to the district of East Hants. Of the few citizens who showed up to the council meeting, none objected to this decision.

Interestingly this decision to disband the village opened up access to additional funding from higher levels of government and would eventually lead to the construction of the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]].

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

File:HantspireSign.jpg

2020-04-28T22:06:52Z

JoeyBishop:

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-28T21:31:30Z

JoeyBishop: /* Bishop Park Research Centre Era */

Hantspire Village was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]].

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until claimed by the federal government when they established the Research Centre following the end of the Second World War. During this period of time the village grew slowly but steadily reaching an estimated population of 800 by 1939. The local population took a hit during WWII as many of the young men living there went overseas to fight and never returned. It became common for people to leave keepsakes representing the loss of their loved ones inside of Bishop Park and the tradition stuck for many years after the war.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses. During this time Hantspire gained many luxury installations such as a drive-in theatre and a public swimming pool.

After the Research Centre burnt down, and economic interest in the area began to dwindle, many businesses shut down and families began moving to larger cities such as [[Truro]] and [[Halifax]]. Those that stayed were left to run only a few essential businesses for the local population such as general stores and farmers markets.

==Unincorporated==
By the 1990's the village was sparsely populated with the population decreasing slowly every year. Many younger folks born to the area either moved out West or into major Nova Scotian cities. As a result of this exodus the average age of the village began to climb making it more of a retirement living spot. In 1991 the remaining 3 council members for the village voted to have control of the area released to the district of East Hants. Of the few citizens who showed up to the council meeting, none objected to this decision.

Interestingly this decision to disband the village opened up access to additional funding from higher levels of government and would eventually lead to the construction of the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]].

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-28T21:30:37Z

JoeyBishop:

Hantspire Village was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]].

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until claimed by the federal government when they established the Research Centre following the end of the Second World War. During this period of time the village grew slowly but steadily reaching an estimated population of 800 by 1939. The local population took a hit during WWII as many of the young men living there went overseas to fight and never returned. It became common for people to leave keepsakes representing the loss of their loved ones inside of Bishop Park and the tradition stuck for many years after the war.

===Bishop Park Research Centre Era===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses. During this time Hantspire gained many luxury installations such as a drive-in theatre and a public swimming pool.

After the Research Centre burnt down, and economic interest in the area began to dwindle, many businesses shut down and families began moving to larger cities such as [[Truro]] and [[Halifax]]. Those that stayed were left to run only a few essential businesses for the local population such as general stores and farmers markets.

==Unincorporated==
By the 1990's the village was sparsely populated with the population decreasing slowly every year. Many younger folks born to the area either moved out West or into major Nova Scotian cities. As a result of this exodus the average age of the village began to climb making it more of a retirement living spot. In 1991 the remaining 3 council members for the village voted to have control of the area released to the district of East Hants. Of the few citizens who showed up to the council meeting, none objected to this decision.

Interestingly this decision to disband the village opened up access to additional funding from higher levels of government and would eventually lead to the construction of the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]].

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

==See Also==
*[[Samuel Bishop]]
*[[Bishop Park Research Centre]]
*[[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-28T21:29:47Z

JoeyBishop:

Hantspire Village was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]].

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until claimed by the federal government when they established the Research Centre following the end of the Second World War. During this period of time the village grew slowly but steadily reaching an estimated population of 800 by 1939. The local population took a hit during WWII as many of the young men living there went overseas to fight and never returned. It became common for people to leave keepsakes representing the loss of their loved ones inside of Bishop Park and the tradition stuck for many years after the war.

===Bishop Park Research Centre Era===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses. During this time Hantspire gained many luxury installations such as a drive-in theatre and a public swimming pool.

After the Research Centre burnt down, and economic interest in the area began to dwindle, many businesses shut down and families began moving to larger cities such as [[Truro]] and [[Halifax]]. Those that stayed were left to run only a few essential businesses for the local population such as general stores and farmers markets.

==Unincorporated==
By the 1990's the village was sparsely populated with the population decreasing slowly every year. Many younger folks born to the area either moved out West or into major Nova Scotian cities. As a result of this exodus the average age of the village began to climb making it more of a retirement living spot. In 1991 the remaining 3 council members for the village voted to have control of the area released to the district of East Hants. Of the few citizens who showed up to the council meeting, none objected to this decision.

Interestingly this decision to disband the village opened up access to additional funding from higher levels of government and would eventually lead to the construction of the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]].

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-28T21:13:03Z

JoeyBishop: /* Early 20th Century */

Hantspire Village was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]].

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until claimed by the federal government when they established the Research Centre following the end of the Second World War. During this period of time the village grew slowly but steadily reaching an estimated population of 800 by 1939.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

==Unincorporated==

===Research Centre Fire===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre]]
After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-28T21:12:02Z

JoeyBishop: /* Founding */

Hantspire Village was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the [[Bishop Park Research Centre]].

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until claimed by the federal government when they established the Research Centre following the end of the Second World War.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

==Unincorporated==

===Research Centre Fire===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre]]
After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-28T21:11:40Z

JoeyBishop: /* Early 20th Century */

Hantspire Village was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the Bishop Park Research Centre.

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until claimed by the federal government when they established the Research Centre following the end of the Second World War.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

==Unincorporated==

===Research Centre Fire===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre]]
After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-28T21:10:20Z

JoeyBishop: /* Bishop Park Research Centre */

Hantspire Village was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the Bishop Park Research Centre.

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until the Research Centre was established in 1946.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

==Unincorporated==

===Research Centre Fire===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre]]
After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

Hantspire (Village)

2020-04-28T21:08:25Z

JoeyBishop: /* Bishop Park Research Centre */

Hantspire Village was a community in [[Nova Scotia]] established in 1899 by an advisor for [[Lord Hantspire]]. It was unincorporated in 1991 due to dwindling populations.

==History==
===19th Century===
The earliest records for settlers in this area show that the area was sparsely populated by farmers. For those who made their way inland this far, they were rewarded with bountiful crops from the rich soil. Due to being far from major villages and cities, there is little known about the early history of the area that would become [[Hantspire]] and [[Bishop Park]]. Those who lived in the area often did not leave any records of their lives except what remains of their houses and farmland. It wasn't until Lord Hantspire built his home in what would later become the Village of Hantspire that the area became more well known.

The village became briefly infamous due to a string of disappearances near what would one day be Bishop Park. Between 1892 and 1900 over 12 people went missing which created a stir in the nearby communities as word spread. One vaguely reported case from 1895 describes four businessmen who were looking for a place to establish a town that go missing after exploring the area. Locals at the time assumed they had gone home but records from [[Halifax]] indicate they never returned. Interestingly, once information spread about these cases, it led to an influx of settlers to the area, likely due to hearing about the rich land. Most accounts of this time period have concluded that the missing peoples were probably lost to the forest by either animal attack or by falling into streams while fetching water. No bodies were recovered at the time, and no remains have been found even today.

===Founding===
Not many records have survived from this time period but it is believed that the advisor who founded the village became the first council member as well. Later the village council would have up to 12 members at any given time. They oversaw the development of the village as population rose to accommodate the growing number of farmers. Later they would help manage the village during the boom caused by the Bishop Park Research Centre.

===Early 20th Century===
The village was home to Samuel Bishop who established Bishop Park in 1902. Originally sent under the rule of [[Queen Victoria]], he later was granted funding by [[King Edward VII]] to conduct in-depth research into the area. Once Bishop passed away his research was claimed by the local council and held until the Research Centre was established in 1946.

===Bishop Park Research Centre===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre]]''

Following the Second World War and Newfoundland joining the confederation, the newly invigorated Canadian Government took a new interest in the rich ecosystem of the park and established the Bishop Park Research Centre. The research centre was operational from November 4th 1946 until it burned down due to a gas leak explosion on September 17th 1980. Not much is known about the research that the centre was responsible for as many of its projects were never made public. One notable study from this time period resulted in the development of a new photovoltaic power generation system based on the photosynthesis processes of local flora. The Research Centre was a huge economic boom for the community and Hantspire seen its population soar into the thousands with many commuting into the village to work at the facility or the local businesses.

==Unincorporated==

===Research Centre Fire===
*''Main article: [[Bishop Park Research Centre#Fire|Bishop Park Research Centre]]
After the Bishop Park Research Centre was destroyed in 1980 the local economy plummeted. As a result the village was unincorporated due to the decline in population and lack of interest in self-governance. It is now managed by the district of East Hants and under the care of the RCMP as there is no local police force.

===Modern Hantspire===
*''Main article: [[Hantspire]]

Hantspire (Village)

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JoeyBishop: /* Early 20th Century */

King Edward VII

2020-04-28T21:04:57Z

JoeyBishop:

King Edward VII was the King of Canada from 22 January 1901 until his death in 1910.<ref name="king"/> King Edward VII was responsible for granting [[Samuel Bishop]] funding to create [[Bishop Park]] and conduct research on the area. He took over control of the expedition from [[Queen Victoria]] upon her passing.

==Bishop Outpost==
*''Main article: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]''

Samuel Bishop was initially sent on royal duties to [[Hantspire]] to conduct general research on the area on behalf of Queen Victoria. His findings were numerous but did not pique royal interest until King Edward VII came to power. Although there is little correspondence between royal representatives and Bishop, it is clear that the king was interested in the rich ecosystem and what it could be used for. Bishop Park was established in 1902 and Bishop was sanctioned by King Edward VII to begin extensive research of the area. Around 20 scientists were assigned to help Bishop with his research and a [[Samuel Bishop Outpost|small outpost]] was established in the heart of the park to allow them to stay for weeks at a time during studies.

Although research was received by royal representatives from the park evidence suggests it was not utilised outside of Canada and much of it was not preserved by officials in the United Kingdom.

==External Links==
<references>
<ref name="king">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_VII King Edward VII Wikipedia Page]</ref>
</references>

King Edward VII

2020-04-28T21:03:07Z

JoeyBishop:

King Edward VII was the King of Canada from 22 January 1901 until his death in 1910.<ref name="king"/> King Edward VII was responsible for granting [[Samuel Bishop]] funding to create [[Bishop Park]] and conduct research on the area. He took over control of the expedition from [[Queen Victoria]] upon her passing.

==Bishop Outpost==
*''Main article: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]''

Samuel Bishop was initially sent on royal duties to [[Hantspire]] to conduct general research on the area on behalf of Queen Victoria. His findings were numerous but did not pique royal interest until King Edward VII came to power. Although there is little correspondence between royal representatives and Bishop, it is clear that the king was interested in the rich ecosystem and what it could be used for. Bishop Park was established in 1902 and Bishop was sanctioned by King Edward VII to begin extensive research of the area. Around 20 scientists were assigned to help Bishop with his research and a [[Samuel Bishop Outpost|small outpost]] was established in the heart of the park to allow them to stay for weeks at a time during studies.

==External Links==
<references>
<ref name="king">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_VII King Edward VII Wikipedia Page]</ref>
</references>

King Edward VII

2020-04-28T21:01:57Z

JoeyBishop:

King Edward VII was the King of Canada from 22 January 1901 until his death in 1910.<ref name="king"/> King Edward VII was responsible for granting [[Samuel Bishop]] funding to create [[Bishop Park]] and conduct research on the area. He took over control of the expedition from [[Queen Victoria]] upon her passing.

==Bishop Outpost==
*''Main article: [[Samuel Bishop Outpost]]''

Samuel Bishop was initially sent on royal duties to [[Hantspire]] to conduct general research on the area on behalf of Queen Victoria. His findings were numerous but did not pique royal interest until King Edward VII came to power. Although there is little correspondence between royal representatives and Bishop, it is clear that the king was interested in the rich ecosystem and what it could be used for. Bishop Park was established in 1902 and Bishop was sanctioned by King Edward VII to begin extensive research of the area. Around 20 scientists were assigned to help Bishop with his research and a small outpost was established in the heart of the park to allow them to stay for weeks at a time during studies.

==External Links==
<references>
<ref name="king">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_VII King Edward VII Wikipedia Page]</ref>
</references>

King Edward VII

2020-04-28T20:54:59Z

JoeyBishop:

King Edward VII

2020-04-28T20:54:18Z

JoeyBishop: Created page with "King Edward VII was the King of Canada from 22 January 1901 until his death in 1910.<ref name="king"/> King Edward VII was responsible for granting Samuel Bishop funding to cr..."

King Edward VII was the King of Canada from 22 January 1901 until his death in 1910.<ref name="king"/> King Edward VII was responsible for granting Samuel Bishop funding to create Bishop Park and conduct research on the area. He took over control of the expedition from Queen Victoria upon her passing.

==External Links==
<references>
<ref name="king">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_VII King Edward VII Wikipedia Page]</ref>
</references>

John Savage

2020-04-28T20:46:35Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:JohnSavage.png|right|150px]]
John Patrick Savage was the 23rd Premier of Nova Scotia between 1993 and 1997. Savage was a controversial premier, bringing in many reforms in taxation, regional government, and government hiring practices. He resigned as premier in 1997 due to his low approval ratings in public polls.<ref name="john" /> Despite his spending cuts, he was responsible for approving funding for the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]] in 1993 after a petition from locals.

==Hantspire Environmental Research Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the Canadian Government was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. However another economic effect of the loss of the station was on the local residents and businesses which had relied on the staff of the installation to stimulate their local economy. Long-time residents of the area petitioned the government to rebuild the facility and continue their research in order to revitalise the town.

n October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, John Savage, announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art using designs based on the works of Walter Henry and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ($1.9 million adjusted for inflation). Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

==External Links==
<references>
<ref name="john">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Savage_(Nova_Scotia_politician) John Savage Wikipedia Article]</ref>
</references>

John Savage

2020-04-28T20:34:32Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:JohnSavage.png|right|150px]]
John Patrick Savage was the 23rd Premier of Nova Scotia between 1993 and 1997. Savage was a controversial premier, bringing in many reforms in taxation, regional government, and government hiring practices. He resigned as premier in 1997 due to his low approval ratings in public polls. Despite his spending cuts, he was responsible for approving funding for the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]] in 1993 after a petition from locals.

==Hantspire Environmental Research Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the Canadian Government was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. However another economic effect of the loss of the station was on the local residents and businesses which had relied on the staff of the installation to stimulate their local economy. Long-time residents of the area petitioned the government to rebuild the facility and continue their research in order to revitalise the town.

n October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, John Savage, announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art using designs based on the works of Walter Henry and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ($1.9 million adjusted for inflation). Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

John Savage

2020-04-28T20:28:43Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:JohnSavage.png|right|150px]]
John Patrick Savage was the 23rd Premier of Nova Scotia between 1993 and 1997. Savage was a controversial premier, bringing in many reforms in taxation, regional government, and government hiring practices. He resigned as premier in 1997 due to his low approval ratings in public polls. He was responsible for approving funding for the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]] in 1993 after a petition from locals.

==Hantspire Environmental Research Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the Canadian Government was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. However another economic effect of the loss of the station was on the local residents and businesses which had relied on the staff of the installation to stimulate their local economy. Long-time residents of the area petitioned the government to rebuild the facility and continue their research in order to revitalise the town.

n October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, John Savage, announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art using designs based on the works of Walter Henry and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ($1.9 million adjusted for inflation). Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

File:JohnSavage.png

2020-04-28T20:27:47Z

JoeyBishop:

John Savage

2020-04-28T20:22:45Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:JohnSavage.png|right]]
John Patrick Savage was the 23rd Premier of Nova Scotia between 1993 and 1997. Savage was a controversial premier, bringing in many reforms in taxation, regional government, and government hiring practices. He resigned as premier in 1997 due to his low approval ratings in public polls. He was responsible for approving funding for the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]] in 1993 after a petition from locals.

==Hantspire Environmental Research Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the Canadian Government was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. However another economic effect of the loss of the station was on the local residents and businesses which had relied on the staff of the installation to stimulate their local economy. Long-time residents of the area petitioned the government to rebuild the facility and continue their research in order to revitalise the town.

n October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, John Savage, announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art using designs based on the works of Walter Henry and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ($1.9 million adjusted for inflation). Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

John Savage

2020-04-28T20:22:35Z

JoeyBishop:

[[File:JohnSavage.png|left]]
John Patrick Savage was the 23rd Premier of Nova Scotia between 1993 and 1997. Savage was a controversial premier, bringing in many reforms in taxation, regional government, and government hiring practices. He resigned as premier in 1997 due to his low approval ratings in public polls. He was responsible for approving funding for the [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]] in 1993 after a petition from locals.

==Hantspire Environmental Research Station==
*''Main article: [[Hantspire Environmental Research Station]]''

After the destruction of the previous research station, the Canadian Government was hesitant to pour more funding into the area. The previous station had reportedly drained its entire research budget before going up in flames and the government was not immediately interested in rebuilding. However another economic effect of the loss of the station was on the local residents and businesses which had relied on the staff of the installation to stimulate their local economy. Long-time residents of the area petitioned the government to rebuild the facility and continue their research in order to revitalise the town.

n October of 1993 the premier of Nova Scotia, John Savage, announced plans to build a new conservation laboratory in Bishop Park. The lab was going to be state of the art using designs based on the works of Walter Henry and had an estimated budget of $1.2 million ($1.9 million adjusted for inflation). Construction of the lab began in April of 1994 and was completed on November 7th of the same year just before the ground began to freeze as winter set in. The station first began operation on November 21st with a staff of 40 which included 30 researchers.

John Savage

2020-04-28T20:22:16Z

JoeyBishop: