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The time frame for my surveying and collection of data was completed by late summer with surveying done in four different stages with four different areas of interest. Each stage and area was ensured and timed with the seasonal plants and plant communities so they can be observed and recorded for my project!
For the collection of data I used a Compass, GPS, Ipad, PlantBook, Elson Tape
With the knowledge I’ve received from my community and elders tied to western science, I wasn’t surprised with my results. The disturbance of cattle grazing and non-native species was definitely noticeable and a problem. Which comes into question the management strategies we can use to get DPC (desired plant community) back or natural disturbances to bring the ecosystem back to succession then to climax community.
