For., Victoria, B.C. Steventon, J.D. 1992. Managing for biodiversity in the Prince Rupert Forest Region. For., Prince Rupert Forest Region. The Forest Practices Code, in an effort to ensure adequate regeneration, requires that disturbed areas be planted unless a solid biological basis for natural regeneration can be demonstrated. Introduction There will always be uncertainty in estimating whether natural regeneration will result in a stocked stand.
Local experience can be a valuable asset when developing prescriptions for natural regeneration.
Where possible, investigate similar blocks that have been logged recently and naturally regenerated. Document the findings in the new prescription along with your recommendation to repeat or improve upon the results observed. The Silviculture Practices Regulation specifies the need for and timing for site preparation surveys. Site preparation surveys are carried out in order to describe the nature and extent of treatments applied. They assess progress towards meeting management objectives and restocking obligations in a PHSP or silviculture prescription.