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South Bookcliffs Phase 7 (Nash)
Region: Southeastern
ID: 4836
Project Status: Completed
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2020
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Final Methods
The area was lop and scattered by a handcrew using chainsaws. The areas that were originally proposed were for bullhog were determined to be too small so they were added to the lop and scatter areas. Areas that were treated were designed to be small areas that have a lot of edge effect. This will provide optimal benefit for wildlife. Drainage's were left to prevent erosion and to create more edge effect. The affected area that is identified on the map is archaeological clearance for future phases that will most likely be treated in 2021.
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Project Narrative
The nash wash area is very important for wildlife including wintering mule deer. As pinyon and juniper have encroached into important habitats for wildlife they have reduced habitat and therefore capacity for small mammal and rodents. There are many know raptor nests near the project area. By strategically, reducing encroaching trees within the shrub communities it will preserve conditions in the area for wildlife. This project will maintain or increase small mammal/rodent populations as well and maintain winter range for big game in the area. The project was designed to create a lot of edge to create habitat conditions. The treated areas are small in area so there is a good balance of open area and treed areas.
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Future Management
This area will be monitored for any needed additional treatments. This project is part of the larger south bookcliffs treatment project that is a collaboration between BLM, DWR and other partners. There will be more phases on other winter range benches along the south bookcliffs to provide for improved habitat conditions. The area is managed by Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) and BLM. DWR lands are managed for wildlife. The Bookcliffs unit is a limited entry unit and is under the population objective. This project will provide better winter habitat conditions for deer in the area. This project will maintain habitat for wildlife in the area. BLM lands are managed for multiple use and will continue to be managed for multiple lands.
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Nicole Nielson
Submitted Time
04/02/2020 12:50:34
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