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Draft General Management Plan, Environmental Assessment - Softcover

National Park Service

 
9780331238709: Draft General Management Plan, Environmental Assessment

Synopsis

This book presents a proposal, two alternatives, and an environmental assessment for management of Bering Land Bridge National Preserve, established in 1980 to protect nationally significant natural and cultural resources. The area is of particular interest as it contains paleontological deposits that may help determine the climate and conditions that existed when plants and animals migrated between the North American and Asian continents. The proposal calls for preserving and protecting the area's natural and cultural resources while allowing for continued subsistence uses, reindeer grazing, recreational activities, and environmental education. Alternative A would continue existing policies, while Alternative B would increase development and use of the preserve. The environmental assessment analyzes the consequences of implementing the proposal or alternatives, particularly the impacts on natural resources, cultural resources, and the socioeconomic environment. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the management challenges and opportunities facing Bering Land Bridge National Preserve, balancing the preservation of its unique natural and cultural heritage with the needs of local communities and visitors. It underscores the critical importance of scientific research and responsible stewardship in understanding the land bridge's role in shaping the environmental and cultural history of the region.

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