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Plan amendment guidelines for an approved integrated resource plan

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Integrated resource plans (IRPs) provide direction for managing Alberta's public land and resources. When IRPs are developed, information on resources and activities is gathered and the views of... More ≫

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Integrated resource plans (IRPs) provide direction for managing Alberta's public land and resources. When IRPs are developed, information on resources and activities is gathered and the views of interested government departments, municipal authorities, interest groups and the general public are considered. After it has been approved by the Economic Planning Cabinet Committee, an IRP is implemented by government agencies and the private sector. IRPs are flexible. As new information becomes available or situations change, revisions or plan amendments can be made to an approved plan.

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Ecoregions of Alberta

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The primary purposes of this project were to revise the 1981 ecoregion classification of Alberta, update the climatic characterization, and develop an ecodistrict classification at a 1:1 000 000... More ≫

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The primary purposes of this project were to revise the 1981 ecoregion classification of Alberta, update the climatic characterization, and develop an ecodistrict classification at a 1:1 000 000 map scale. Revision of the classification and mapping was based on both new data and a reassessment of pre-1980 information. Characterization of the climate associated with each ecoregion was based on monthly data from 1st January 1979 to 31 st August 1989. These data included eight primary monthly variables: mean, mean minimum, mean maximum, absolute minimum and maximum temperature; total monthly precipitation; number of days with measurable precipitation; and number of days with temperatures equal to or less than O°C. Derived variables included potential evapotranspiration deficits and growing degree days. A total of 211 recording stations were analyzed .

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Terrain and vegetation inventories of the Notikewin South area, Alberta (1990-1991)

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Presents the results of a project to conduct terrain and vegetation resource inventories of the Notikewin South area. This information was required as data for land use evaluations and resource... More ≫

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Presents the results of a project to conduct terrain and vegetation resource inventories of the Notikewin South area. This information was required as data for land use evaluations and resource planning and management. The Notikewin South study area is located in northwestern Alberta and comprises some 15,000 square kilometres of land bounded on the south and east by the Peace River, on the west by the Alberta-British Columbia border and on the north by the Notikewin River.

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Collective vegetation inventory standards manual

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Detailed vegetation information is necessary for Forest Management Agreement holders and the government department responsible for forestry matters to provide the best possible forest management... More ≫

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Detailed vegetation information is necessary for Forest Management Agreement holders and the government department responsible for forestry matters to provide the best possible forest management plans, wildlife habitat classifications and integrated resource management plans. In November 1990, the Vegetation Information Steering Committee agreed to an enhanced version of the Alberta Vegetation Inventory (AVI) specifications as the minimum standard for inventorying accessible forest lands. This new inventory standard was referred to as the Collective Vegetation Inventory (CVI). This manual provides the background, procedures and specifications associated with implementing an ongoing vegetation inventory as the first truly integrated approach to the mapping of Alberta's vegetation information.

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Smoke and Iosegun Lakes management plan

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Both Smoke and Iosegun Lakes are well known as sport fisheries lakes and consequently over the years have become destination recreation lakes. Both lakes have some capability for increased... More ≫

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Both Smoke and Iosegun Lakes are well known as sport fisheries lakes and consequently over the years have become destination recreation lakes. Both lakes have some capability for increased recreational use and for residential use as they are located close to the town of Fox Creek. Although a number of other lakes int he region have excellent fisheries potential as well, Iosegun and Smoke have the best potential for expanded development due to the close proximity to established travel corridors and population centers and the fisheries resource is able to withstand limited increased harvesting.

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Alberta vegetation inventory photo interpretation procedures and technical specifications

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Commonly referred to as Alberta Vegetation Inventory Version 1, these forest inventory specifications were developed after field testing the original White Area forest inventory photo... More ≫

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Commonly referred to as Alberta Vegetation Inventory Version 1, these forest inventory specifications were developed after field testing the original White Area forest inventory photo interpretation procedures, and after discussion among branches in the Land Information Services Division and other divisions in the department of Forestry, Lands and Wildlife.

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Compensation for timber damage on Alberta Crown lands

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The purpose of this report is to document the calculation of the various Crown charges associated with timber damaged by industrial land users on Crown lands. The timber damage charges have... More ≫

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The purpose of this report is to document the calculation of the various Crown charges associated with timber damaged by industrial land users on Crown lands. The timber damage charges have evolved as industrial uses and land use conflicts have progressed. These charges have been developed over time as reasonable and fair compensation for losses to the Crown's forest resources by industrial land users. This report is also to document the 1988 revision to the timber damage assessment charge and is related Forest Stand Damage Table.

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White Area forest inventory photo interpretation procedures

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These forest inventory specifications were developed and field tested in 1987. The main purpose of the inventory was to provide reliable volume estimates and location of the aspen timber resources... More ≫

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These forest inventory specifications were developed and field tested in 1987. The main purpose of the inventory was to provide reliable volume estimates and location of the aspen timber resources within the White Area of the province. This document provides an overview of and rationale for the development of the inventory, and establishes procedures and guidelines for the interpretation of aerial photography that could be used to develop the inventory.

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Alberta Phase 3 forest inventory : an overview

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Forest inventories are the basis for the management of Alberta's forest resources. This report begins by comparing the purposes and standards of the three forest inventories in the province from... More ≫

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Forest inventories are the basis for the management of Alberta's forest resources. This report begins by comparing the purposes and standards of the three forest inventories in the province from 1950 to date of publication. For the Phase 3 Inventory, the report then gives a general overview, describes the methods used for the inventory and concludes by summarizing the important results.

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