Seedling Barrier Protection from Deer and Elk Browse

Description

Discusses the methods of detecting and assessing deer and elk browse problems, and describes possible methods of protecting seedlings from browse damage using physical protection devices. The publication is intended for use by foresters and forest technicians concerned with minimising deer and elk browse damage to commercial trees. It includes information on the types of trees preferred by deer and elk in British Columbia, tree shelters, fencing, site characteristics affecting the selection of protection methods, and cost comparisons of various methods of seedling protection. Concludes with descriptions of selected deer and elk browse protection project sites in British Columbia. The appendix includes a directory of manufacturers and distributors of seedling protection products.