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Re: planning parameters

>Hello All,
>I am working on my master's thesis at Western Mich. U. and my project is
>to help the local nature center here determine where on their property
>would be the best place to restore a portion of tallgrass prairie.  I've
>been searching the literature a great deal, and thought I'd turn to
>those working in the field for supplemental info.
>
>The parameters I am considering for choosing my site include the current
>landcover, the soil type, and the slope, primarily.  Other
>considerations include the distance of each plot from teh nearest trail
>or road (for access and maintenance), adjacent vegetation type, aspect,
>and the size.
>
>Please let me know if you think I am missing something.  Also, has
>anyone personally estabilished a minimum size for a viable prairie?  I
>keep reading that "bigger is better" and that even a tiny plot can be
>started, so maybe min. size is not something to fuss over.
>
>Lastly, what about shape?  I've read a lot about round, compact reserves
>being best to minimize edge effects, but newer preserve articles are
>reccomending lobed patches.  This research has mainly been in the area
>of forest, though, as far as I can tell.
>
>I really appreciate your input and advice, thanks!
>Theresa Mau
>
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Consider how you can control intrusions or invading species which might
come from adjacent roadsides or developments.  Alein species are often a
serious problem in sites which make contact with city streets or utiliity
corridors.




Carl Kurtz
515-477-8364
cpkurtz@netins.net 


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