Silviculture and Best Management Practices for the Dry-Belt Douglas Fir Area in the Cariboo Forest Region

This document serves as a first approximation of guidelines for managing forests in British Columbia. Recognizing the historical influence of First Nations cultural burning and the current challenges of overstocked stands and wildfire risk, it outlines a strategic shift in silvicultural practices. The report details Best Management Practices, structured around key aspects like appropriate silvicultural systems, restoration thinning, regeneration, and resilience to disturbances like fire and pests. The document aims to guide practitioners and inform policy, moving towards healthier, more resilient Douglas-fir ecosystems that balance ecological values, community safety, and sustainable resource use.

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Author Ken Day, Lindsay Wood
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Publication Year 2024