Access Fund’s Post

"Fire is an integral component of functioning and productive habitat for grizzly bears, moose, elk, mule deer, sheep, and all those that share the landscape. Burns create food for wildlife by regenerating the soil and letting in sunlight, which creates ideal conditions for new plants and berries to grow. Using fire intentionally, under expert management, rejuvenates the land with little risk to people and property. In fact, it protects people and property." Read the full post at https://lnkd.in/g7pisNtP

We reached a milestone 150 unique 'hosts' this week 🌿🏕 Our network of land owners, managers & custodians is so diverse now, ranging from families with a few acres to share to the huge upland farms & everything in between. What is the unfarmed?! On ALL farms, as Jeremy Clarkson has so enthusiasticly shown, are pockets of unused, unproductive or fallow land that are perfect spaces for zero-impact recreation. Woodland Copse or borders, grant-funded rewilded meadows, fallow or rotating pasture, banksides of rivers, ponds and lakes, scrub & rough pasture or hilltops with poor access. These are Wild Spaces that should be unlocked for responsible, sustainable access to a community seeking adventure, space & time in nature. Own, manage or care for land? Help spread the word & aid us in unlocking these nature-havens. #unlocktheunfarmed #accesstonature #zeroimpactrecreation

It's fire season and the threat is real. Wildfires pose a significant risk to both urban and rural areas, causing immense destruction to communities and natural habitats. By understanding the nature of wildfires, their causes, and the potential impact they can have, first responders and restorers can better prepare for the challenges they may face. Learn more by reading our most recent blog post: https://lnkd.in/eh_t8gFJ #fireseason #restoration #remediation #blogpost

Building a shelter in the wilderness. 🛖🌲 A sturdy shelter can protect you from the elements and provide much-needed comfort. Discover techniques for building different types of shelters using natural materials. #ShelterBuilding #WildernessSkills #StaySafe #SurvivalShelter #NatureSkills #OutdoorLiving #BuildAShelter

Did you know that the number of houses in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI), where forests and communities meet, is on the rise? Wildfire risks are highest in the WUI, and experience the most wildfire destruction. With greater development occurring in the WUI, more housing and other infrastructure is at risk, spurring on greater negative impacts of catastrophic wildfire. By focusing on landscape restoration, we are not only protecting our landscapes, but our homes and communities. 💚🌲 #WUI #SustainableFuture #wildfire

As property owners, we often face the question: Should we tackle tree care ourselves or bring in the experts?  We’ve just published a blog post that explores the pros and cons of both approaches. Whether you're a homeowner, property manager, or just someone who loves trees, this article offers valuable insights to help you make informed decisions about tree care. Read the full post here: https://lnkd.in/gWJbe36t What's your take? Have you ever attempted DIY tree care, or do you prefer leaving it to the professionals? Share your experiences in the comments below! #treeservice #treeremoval #treecare #trees #treetrimming #landscaping #arborcare #edmonton #yeg #shoplocal

Book Recommendation: The Big Burn. Timothy Egan vividly captures the intense battle against a the largest wildfire in US history in 1910. Egan's portrayal extends beyond the fire, highlighting the visionary and pioneering efforts of President Teddy Roosevelt and forester Gifford Pinchot in championing conservation as we know it today, and creating a profound legacy of establishing the concept of public land as a national treasure for all citizens. It's a great reminder that public land conservation is and can be disaster prevention and preparedness. If you're using Hoopla Digital with your local library, the book is available for free for download! #BookRecommendation #TheBigBurn #Conservation #NationalTreasure #PublicLand #PublicLandConservation #DisasterRecovery #DisasterPreparation #SupportYourLocalLibrary

I have been seeing more evidence for recent slippage on hillsides in upland districts over this last winter than over the last decade (which has seen a steady upward trajectory). Yesterday's case was right at the head of Glen Lochay on what had been a flush above one of the big shieling grounds. The whole flush has become saturated and slid downhill, forming a broad debris field of piled peat and boulders. Saturation of upland blanket peat and flushes, especially over hard pan or directly on bedrock is causing these areas to 'float' and we are then seeing increased incidences of bog-burst. So far, apart from the inconvenience of blocked or destroyed roads, these events have happened away from settlements, but the experience of the Ochil hillfoot towns in the wet decades at the end of the 'little ice age' should give pause for thought. #climatechange #scottishenvironment #environmentalhistory

No, you're not seeing things. This is indeed a superhero. It's Super Riverfly, did you know that one of these little creatures has super powers? Riverflies are at the heart of the freshwater ecosystem so great indicators of water quality. We need your support in helping to set up a riverfly monitoring scheme on the river Beult. The Beult is the only protected river in Kent but it needs our help. After years of human pressure, it's now in poor condition and needs restoration works to bring it back to life. The first part of this restoration process is to assess the water quality, which is where you (and our superhero riverflies) come in. Please check out our Crowdfunder and help bring back the Beult: https://lnkd.in/eeE3X-6i #Kent #Rivers #Conservation #Environment #Riverflies #MondayMotivation

I recently designed a small home in the town of Springdale, Utah. Springdale is located near the edge of the Mohave Basin and Range yet technically sits within the western most tip of the Colorado Plateau. The town is situated along Highway 9 and ends at the west gate of Zion National Park. With a population of less than 600 residents, Springdale hosts over 5 million park visitors each year. The highway runs alongside the north fork of the Virgin River, which runs through the gorge between The Watchman peak to the south and the West Temple summit to the north. Watchman to the south rises an additional 2,600 feet to 6,545 feet of total elevation and the West Temple peak to the north reaches a total elevation of 7,810 feet. The valley creates a unique micro-climate, which sits approximately 3,950 feet above sea level. The area is considered a desert zone filled with semi-desert grassland and shrubland. Located less than a mile from the park entrance, the project site sits in the shadow of Watchman peak. The site backs up to and includes a portion of the Virgin River. Across the river — the southern bank — Watchman ascends dramatically forming various sandstone cliff-bench complexes which support Pinyon-juniper woodlands. This diverse, rugged and remote ecosystem supports a variety of plants and provides a robust habitat for wildlife. Like many beautiful, picturesque landscapes the area poses several threats to development, the most prominent being flooding and erosion. One can never design a structure to withstand all the risks and potential damage. However, due to unpredictable changes in the climate, it is inadequate to simply rely on commonly accepted build standards and practices. We must cultivate a better understanding of the areas where we intend to build and develop better strategies to mitigate potential risks.