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Effect of Sites and Provenances on 6th-year Performance of Noble Fir in Coastal British Columbia
This document investigates the six-year growth and survival of noble fir in coastal British Columbia, a region where the species does not occur naturally. By testing 23 different seed sources across 12 diverse locations, the author examines how vario...This document investigates the six-year growth and survival of noble fir in coastal British Columbia, a region where the species does not occur naturally. By testing 23 different seed sources across 12 diverse locations, the author examines how various environmental conditions and genetic origins influence the tree's performance. The findings indicate that while the species is highly productive and resilient in maritime climates, it remains vulnerable to frost in more continental settings. This document aims to identify ideal planting sites and superior seed sources to guide the successful introduction of noble fir for regional reforestation. -
Footprint Impacts of Hydroelectric Development on Coarse Woody Debris - An Assessment for Vancouver Island Watersheds
This study aims to quantify the loss of coarse woody debris habitat due to reservoir construction and identify affected terrestrial vertebrate species. The authors explore management strategies to restore or enhance CWD, defining CWD as woody materi...This study aims to quantify the loss of coarse woody debris habitat due to reservoir construction and identify affected terrestrial vertebrate species. The authors explore management strategies to restore or enhance CWD, defining CWD as woody material greater than 10 cm in diameter lying on the ground, including stumps. The paper provides a framework for understanding and mitigating the ecological consequences of hydroelectric development on forest ecosystems.
