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    Wildlife Management

    Monday, September 28, 2009

    - Restrict access to sensitive species such as lynx, mountain goats, moose and grizzly bears during critical periods of their life cycle specifically during birthing, denning, and foraging.
    - Restrict hunting access in Cedar Valley that historically was open to hunting.
    - Prohibit trapping since purchasing the land in 1996.
    - Protect historical 'Cedar Valley Old Growth' forest & the integrity of this rare ecosystem and forest stand. The future of this reserve depends on the goodwill, conservation ethic and ecosystem management of the company.
    - Build winter/snow roads to offer moose an easy escape route when snow cats and snowmobiles are approaching to minimize harassment of the animals.
    - Protect undeveloped, low elevation habitat along Lizard Creek and populations of wintering ungulates.
    - Provide a wilderness refuge for animals pressured by Fernie's sprawling urban development and development at the base of Fernie Alpine Resort.
    - Hire professional biologists to assess environmental impacts and when necessary practices that will minimize the effect of activities.
    - Utilize appropriate construction methods and maintenance practices on the road to minimize siltation of tributary creeks harming fish populations in Lizard Creek.


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