Sage-steppe restoration at Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park

Sage-steppe restoration at Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park

Project Description

A patchwork of unburned areas is an important seed source for post-fire restoration at Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park. Invasive plants from burned areas are invading these core areas. This project will continue work within unburned areas to treat invasives and seed native grasses and forbs. Invasive annual grass dominant systems are more susceptible to wildfire. Chemically treating continuous fuel beds may in addition to reseeding and planting may reduce the spread of catastrophic fires on the landscape. Improved ecosystem resiliency will continue to serve as a property for public enjoyment. Washington State Parks are intended to showcase diverse natural and cultural heritage in addition to providing educational and recreational avenues to enhance public lives. Restoring these areas will continue to provide spaces for future visitors to enjoy Washington’s shrub-steppe habitats. 

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Washington State Parks