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- View EROSION AND SETTLEMENT CONTROL PLAN [pdf format]
- Big Bear Hills Inc Preservation and Restoration Policy Statement
Peat is a sustainable resource derived from a precise set of environmental conditions and a unique set of plants found only under these conditions in Peatlands. Big Bear Hills Horticulture will attempt, throughout the development and harvest stages, to manage the environmental conditions in order to restore this ecosystem to a functioning environmental unit. To achieve this goal, we will cooperate with all recognized conservation bodies.
Implementation
- Undertake studies prior to opening new bogs to ascertain the flora and fauna of virgin peatlands.
- Leave undisturbed areas of greatest interest so flora/fauna can recolonize after harvesting and cooperate with recognized conservation bodies in management of areas of environmental interest.
- Determine the effect of drainage on the surrounding ecosystem.
- Plan bog drainage systems being mindful that restoration or reclamation procedures may require damming up and leveling of ditches to restore the water table.
- Design drainage systems to control the discharge of suspended solids. Monitor water quality on a regular basis.
- Prevent drainage/land clearing too far ahead of harvest commencing and leave a layer of bog peat behind when harvesting.
- Specify after - use as part of any lease agreement to ensure that the letter and the spirit of this Preservation and Restoration Policy is fulfilled. This Goal will be obtained by:
- Developing restoration procedures to assist the harvested area to return to a functioning peatland.
Developing a plan that would permit the area to be used for farming, planting trees for reforestation or by conservation groups to develop new wildlife habitat such as water holes for ducks and other wildlife. |
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