§ 55-11-02 — Definitions

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
1. "Articles of dedication" means the writing by which any estate, interest, or right in a
natural area is formally dedicated as permitted by section 55-11-05.
2. "Dedicate" and "dedication" mean the transfer to the department, for and on behalf of
the state of North Dakota, of an estate, interest, or right in a natural area in any
manner permitted by section 55-11-05.
3. "Department" means the parks and recreation department.
4. "Natural area" means an area of land or water, or both land and water, whether in
public or private ownership, which either retains or has re-established its natural
character, whether or not it has been disturbed, or has unusual flora or fauna or has
biotic, geological, aesthetic, scenic, or paleontological features of scientific or
educational value, or which is selected or accepted by the department for the purpose
of the re-establishment of such features of scientific or educational value.
5. "Nature preserve" means any natural area or any estate, interest, or right which has
been formally dedicated under the provisions of this chapter.