The long-term objective of this project is to restore forest roadways, in an ecologically relevant timeframe, within the herd boundary of the Chase caribou herd range and the traditional territory of Tsay Keh Dene Nation. In 2018, the project identified candidate roadways based on an approach that balances ecological, cultural and logistical considerations. A desktop algorithm and subsequent engagement activities forest licensees and other Provincial representatives identified candidate roads. The results identified 1,942.8 km of road with potential for rehabilitation and/or reforestation activities across the entire Chase caribou herd boundary. An estimated 971.5 ha of area was identified for rehabilitation activities which represents a sizable opportunity for road rehabilitation, cumulative effects analyses, and access management planning.
The Chase Caribou Road Restoration Program - YouTube Video
Part 2: Chase Caribou Road Restoration - The Goldway Road - Youtube Video
SERNbc uses three general criteria to select specific ecosystems for restoration activities, which include:
Vulnerable, degraded and damaged ecosystems are a high priority for ER activities if they have high functional importance in terms of providing important ecological services. This functional importance or management priority increases when the ER needs of a subject ecosystem is not being addressed by existing programming.
Potential ER projects must align with SERNbc’s objectives as identified in our strategic plan. All ER projects undertaken by SERNbc need to be supported by data and analysis that describes their current state, desired future condition, management objectives, and treatment rationale.
