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Preserve existing areas of woody vegetation and
the continued development of their existing and evolving functions.
Enhance the connectivity of woody vegetation
areas for plant and animal movement, cover, and habitat with special
attention to the connectivity of woodland habitats to Lake Erie.
Prioritize the needs of birds known to use the
site, increase habitat opportunities for those birds and other,
potential species through vegetation enhancement and attraction
of additional bird food sources (insects).
Maintain meadows that provide landing opportunities
and food sources for migratory birds.
Increase habitat opportunities for species other
than birds, particularly small mammals and reptiles through increased
habitat diversity and more complex woodland development.
Include only those program elements and activities
that will not detrimentally affect the positive, ecological development
of the site.
Limit forms of access that will encourage negative
activities and behaviors in sensitive areas of the site or that
will compromise the connectivity of the landscape cover.
Develop a landscape structure that can be administered
efficiently and cost effectively through a relatively simple management
plan.
Utilize Adaptive Management strategies for particular areas of the
site that
a) have highest potential ecological gain (additional
species, diversity, educational opportunity) and
b) have greatest sensitivity and vulnerability.
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