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Creator:: Gilbert, Griffith J.
Abstract:: Thirteen different habitat parameters were measured either quantitatively or qualitatively around seven different Salix (willow) species on a defined reach of stream on the southwestern slope of Steens Mountain in southeastern Oregon in order to both broaden the current information base of riparian ecology and inform future willow plantings aimed...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Griffith J. Gilbert for the degree of Master of Science in

Creator:: Quistberg, Sarah E.
Abstract:: Riparian vegetation is an essential component for the maintenance and/or repair of channel stability and function. Sedges within low-gradient riparian systems provide the structure necessary for sediment trapping leading to channel narrowing through bank building processes. Planting success in riparian restoration projects has often failed due to inappropriate species selection,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Creator:: Estes, Mark G.
Abstract:: The effect of seedbed preparation on the emergence and survival of winterfat (Krascheninnikovia lanata (Gueldenstaedt)) and squirreltail (Elymus elymoides (Raf.) Swezey)) seedlings was determined, while quantifying nutritional changes through the dormant season for four range species. In November of 2004 twenty 9m x 8m plots were randomly prepared with one...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ground. Dr. Bill Krueger, thank you for always being available to meet with me and discuss any

Creator:: Ingham, Claudia S.
Abstract:: The goal of this dissertation is to examine the effectiveness of high intensity-short duration goat browsing for the control of Himalayan blackberry (Rubus armeniacus) and English ivy (Hedera helix), two widespread noxious weeds in the Pacific Northwest. The effects of goat browsing on Himalayan blackberry vigor, as quantified by densities...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: the journey and to continue at every step along the way. Initially, Dr. William C. Krueger

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