Takhini River Recreational impact study:
This was one of the earliest studies undertaken in the first and second years of ES 11. This study explored the impacts recreational users of the Takhinin River from Kusua Lake to Mendenhal Landing. The ES class spent three days paddling and walking both shores along the river, mapping all litter, fire scars and camp sites where evidence of camping was found. While conducting the studies, litter was collected, fire scare cleaned up and toilet sites were buried. On the basis of the data collected, students recommended three sites be designated as overnight camp sites and that toilet facilities be established at the "Gums" were evidence of toilet paper and feces spread around the site.
Takhini River: Salmon spawning census.
DFO and ES class flight over spawning grounds associated with Ibex River Salmon restoration program.
This was one of the earliest studies undertaken in the first and second years of ES 11. This study explored the impacts recreational users of the Takhinin River from Kusua Lake to Mendenhal Landing. The ES class spent three days paddling and walking both shores along the river, mapping all litter, fire scars and camp sites where evidence of camping was found. While conducting the studies, litter was collected, fire scare cleaned up and toilet sites were buried. On the basis of the data collected, students recommended three sites be designated as overnight camp sites and that toilet facilities be established at the "Gums" were evidence of toilet paper and feces spread around the site.
Takhini River: Salmon spawning census.
DFO and ES class flight over spawning grounds associated with Ibex River Salmon restoration program.