Savory Ridge
This is another legally established Ungulate Winter Range on the South facing slopes above Francoise Lake. This is a unique area with variable stages, tree species and open grown meadows, and, was likely subject to anthropogenic fire in historical times. The objective in managing this area is to maintain suitable conditions for the maintenance of the UWR and to manage fuel (in consideration of interface issues) and Douglas fir beetle.
Reports:
Savory Ridge UWR 2009 Prescribed Burn Presentation
Savory Ridge UWR 2010/2011 Prescribed Burn Presentation
Maps:
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Savory Ridge
2014
2013
2012
UWR 2009
2010/2011 Project Work
Fuel Management
Application Criteria
SERNbc uses three general criteria to select specific ecosystems for restoration activities, which include:
- Ecosystem vulnerability,
- Functional importance of the ecosystem, and
- Existing management mechanisms and/or programs.
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.
