Create and maintain forest gaps for maximum snow retention in appropriate zones, focusing on elevation bands where seasonal snowpack is likely in the future and on topographic positions that minimize direct sunlight.
Tribe: Nooksack Indian Tribe
View Source Document: Nooksack Indian Tribe Climate Change Adaptation Plan for Key Species and Habitats
Year: 2021
Topic:
Manage forest structure to enhance snowpack retention.
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Region: Northwest
Timeframe: Near-Term (< 5 years)
