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Twilight Eagle SanctuaryTwilight Eagle Sanctuary14.1 acres | Elevation: 0’ - 60’Overall ecological health: MediumRisk of ecological deterioration: MediumFindings and AnalysisKey Habitats:• 75% Mixed spruce/alder forest with shrubdominatedopenings• 15% Wetland• 8% Alder forestSpecial Features:• Bald eagle nest• Wetlands• Older second growth timberThreats:• Heavy invasives presence along edges, and newEnglish ivy infestation in interior• Encroachment from neighborsRecommendationsManagement OptionsStabilization:• Treat invasives along edgesRestoration:• Aggressively treat invasives, including the English ivyinfestation in interior of propertyRecreation:• Appropriate recreation uses of the property are unclear.Use of the site by bald eagles, along with wet soils, maymake trail development inappropriate.• The nearby Twilight Eagle Sanctuary signs on BurnsideLoop once afforded bird watchers the opportunity toview the County property and potential eagle activitythere. Heavy branching by two alder trees in the roadright of way has obscured the view. The County shouldexplore having these alder trees pruned and/or removed toenhance the view.This property is adjacent to a parcel owned by the NorthCoast Land Conservancy, which in turn abuts land ownedby the Columbia Land Trust. Taken as a whole, this areaprovides important wildlife habitat and open space.Section 2 Findings and Recommendations—Recreation Lands | 2.33