Resolution of Edward’s Pond Tree Litigation
Resolution of Edward’s Pond Tree Litigation
The Southern Interior Land Trust has resolved the litigation it commenced concerning the removal of a dead wildlife tree on its Edward’s Pond Property, on terms it deems satisfactory, which settlement terms are otherwise confidential.
Vehicles & Dumping are Damaging Habitat
Despite a vehicle closure now in its 5th year, people continue to disregard SILT’s private land ownership of its Grand Forks Grasslands conservation property.
People are welcome to walk on SILT’s land to enjoy nature and wildlife-related recreation, but vehicles, dogs, fires, litter, livestock, and camping are all prohibited. “SILT purchased this land to protect and produce wildlife”, says SILT’s executive director and biologist, Al Peatt. “We will be ramping up controls to prevent further habitat damage by trespassers.”
Users are asked to obey signage and respect this sensitive grassland. The Morrissey Creek public road ends before the yellow gate, and all vehicle operators are asked to park there or turn around. The land beyond the yellow gate is private; there are no public trails or roads beyond the gate.
Grassland Mgmt Plan Released
SILT has completed and released its management plan for the Grand Forks Grasslands. You can read the full report here or visit the property pages for more specific information on each parcel.
DL 492 Grand Forks Grassland
DL 493 Grand Forks Grassland
Elementary Students Plant Trees on Grand Forks Grasslands
Emily Rooke, a student at Perley Elementary, carefully plants a yellow pine tree donated by Interfor on the Southern Interior Land Trust’s grasslands property at the end of Morissey Creek Road, on Earth Day.
In an Earth Day event coordinated by Jamie Hibberson and Randy Waterous of Interfor, students from Sarah Mace’s class from Perley Elementary School in Grand Forks have planted nearly 300 yellow pine seedlings in disturbed, damp parts of the Southern Interior Land Trust’s property.
It was inspiring to watch these young people nurture the little trees they were given by Jamie and Randy, who also explained how to plant them so they would survive,commented Judie Steeves, president of SILT.
It was a beautiful day and great to watch them roam over the greening-up hills, digging a hole and placing the little tree in it. Most said they planned to return over the years to find their trees and see how they grow up, which will be really neat.
The tree planting took place on the Grand Forks Grasslands at the end of Morissey Creek Road, in galleys and drainages, where in some instances, damage had occurred from motorized vehicles illegally being driven into the freshly-sprouting grasses and wildflowers.
The grade six and seven students learned about the importance of conservation of such wild lands, and of restoration where damage has occurred from human activity; the importance of protecting the natural features that make suitable habitat for deer, bighorn sheep, badgers, birds, snakes and other creatures, as well as the plants they rely on for food or shelter.
Nearly 300 trees were planted Friday.
The grade six and seven students learned about the importance of conservation of such wild lands, and of restoration where damage has occurred from human activity; the importance of protecting the natural features that make suitable habitat for deer, bighorn sheep, badgers, birds, snakes and other creatures, as well as the plants they rely on for food or shelter.
Nearly 300 trees were planted Friday.
Photos by Judie Steeves
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