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Figure 3. Various habitat types, including meadows and small wetlands, can be found on SW1-77-19-W5M. Property objectives The property was acquired with the purpose of conserving important native upland and wetland habitat, and eventually incorporating it into the Winagami Lake Provincial Park. The objectives of the property are to: 1. Conserve and maintain the native forest cover and wetland habitat for wildlife. 2. Conserve and maintain the diversity of habitats for the benefit of numerous wildlife species. 3. Provide recreational opportunities such as wildlife viewing, hiking, berry picking. 4. Allow the property to be incorporated into the Winagami Lake Provincial Park. 5. Allow the continuation of <strong>Conservation</strong> Area activities (trails, education, etc.) maintaining recreational opportunities for <strong>Alberta</strong>ns and their visitors. 34
Management plan It is the intent of ACA and partners to manage the O’Mahony Property in such a way to protect and maintain the rich diversity of native habitats, which will provide high quality wildlife habitat. Habitat management 1.1 Woodlands The woodlands on this property will be retained as native forest cover. The mature forest cover presently provides excellent thermal cover for wildlife. The understory provides excellent browse for ungulates and berries for songbirds, upland birds and bears. The mixed forest stand provides excellent habitat for many species of small furbearers including red squirrel, marten, fisher and weasel. The woodlands on this property require no future maintenance. Trail upkeep in the area will be maintained on a volunteer basis by John O’Mahony and Parks staff. 1.2 Wetlands Wetland areas will be left in their natural state. ACA will conduct semi-annual inspections of the site to ensure that these areas continue to remain healthy, and weed control and monitoring will be carried out by ACA and partners as deemed necessary. Wildlife management The management of wildlife will include maintaining a variety of wildlife species on these lands. The close proximity of these lands to Winagami and Kimiwan Lakes make it valuable to wildlife as important winter range and as a movement corridor. These lands will best support waterfowl and wildlife through the idling of the native habitat. Public Use Management 3.1 Wildlife viewing opportunities Foot access only will be permitted to all areas of the property for photography and wildlife viewing. These activities may occur year round, as they will have little impact on the wildlife and habitat. Interpretive trails and educational programs will be maintained by John O’Mahony, volunteers, and Parks staff. 35
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Page 9 and 10: 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Study Rational
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Page 21 and 22: Land acquisition efforts for 2004-0
Page 23 and 24: 6.0 APPENDICES Appendix 1. Newspape
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Page 29 and 30: 2) SE 22-77-19-W5M (crown) The sout
Page 31 and 32: Figure 3. NE14-77-19-W5 view of the
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Page 35 and 36: 1.2 Wetlands DUC and ACA will be in
Page 37 and 38: Appendix 5. The Winagami-O’Mahony
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Page 47 and 48: Introduction Management Plan for Wi
Page 49 and 50: Figure 2. Air Photo (August 3, 1999
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