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NEWBeaver dams are blocking fish movements throughout the NNDTT.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Furbearers
Habitat
Trapping
  
NEWConcerns about the effects of previous mining operations as well as current activities and development on water quality.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Habitat
  
NEWConcerns over changes in duck populations in the Mayo area, and concerns about contaminants in ducks.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Waterfowl
  
NEWConcerns over what impact the increasing number of bears will have on moose and carbiou.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Bears
Caribou
Moose
  
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NEW		Development of wilderness tourism and facilities associated with outfitting may also have an impact on wildlife habitats.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Habitat
Recreation
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NEWIncreased traffic and off-road access in NND traditional territory leads to increased hunting pressure and disturbance to wildlife.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Habitat
Hunting Practices
  
NEWLocal residents are concerned about the status, health, harvest and level of knowledge about the caribou herds within the NNDTT.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Caribou
Harvest Monitoring
  
NEWLow calf survival in the Ethel Lake caribou herd.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Caribou
  
NEWNew plants are making their way north and can displace native species.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Habitat
  
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NEW		New wildlife viewing sites attract new people to the area and may increase pressure on hunting and other traditional activities.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Non-consumptive use
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NEWPeople are concerned about meat wastage from both outfitters and local residents.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Moose
  
NEWPeople are concerned about the declining numbers of the Porcupine caribou herd and the potential for accidental harvest of Hart River animals.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Caribou
Harvest
Hunting Practices
  
NEWPeople are concerned about the potential for over-harvesting the easily accessible Clear Creek caribou herd.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Caribou
Harvest
  
NEWResidents are concerned about the impacts of overfishing and climate change in the lakes throughout the NNDTT.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Fish
Moose
  
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NEW		Some community members are concerned about the amount of moose that are taken by outfitters.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Harvest
Moose
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NEWSome participants expressed concern that the laws that govern wildlife and habitat are based on exploitation and not on respect and stewardship of the land.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Community Education
Habitat
  
NEWThe number and range of the Mayo-Elsa herd is unknown and there are concerns that these animals are being hunted.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Caribou
  
NEWThe plan participants will undertake two reviews of the 2008-2013 plan.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Plan Review
  
NEWThere are many concerns relating to habitat changes in all parts of the traditional territory.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Habitat
  
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NEW		There is a local concern about unplanned agricultural developments and the need for land use planning that includes an assessment of all the values of the area.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Habitat
Protection
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NEWThere is a need for more information on populations and habitats of sheep in the NNDTT, including more knowledge about the potential impacts from climate change on their habitat.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Sheep
  
NEWThere is a need is a need for traditional knowledge for many of the planning issues mentioned in this plan.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013  
NEWThere is a need to continue monitoring of many species throughout the NNDTT to monitor ecosystem health and changes associated with climate change.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Habitat
  
NEWThere is a need to keep close track of moose populations to make sure they stay healthy.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Harvest Monitoring
Moose
Public Participation
  
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NEW		There is a strong concern about high harvest pressure and the potential for overharvesting moose in the Mayo area.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Harvest - Cow Moose
Moose
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NEWThere is no data on the size or health of the Bonnet Plume caribou herd ranges in remote areas of the Wernecke Mountains.On-goingNNDFWP 2008-2013Caribou
  
NEWA legal description of the HPAs has yet to be completed.On-goingDEBIHPAProtection
  
NEWA licenced hunting season for bull moose could continue in the HPAs, provided that the moose population remains healthy. A voluntary closure of cow and calf hunting by FNNND people is considered necessary to meet the objectives of this management plan.On-goingDEBIHPAHarvest
Harvest - Cow Moose
  
NEWAdditional road and trail development and ease of access are important issues, raising concerns about the impact on wildlife and habitat.On-goingDEBIHPAAccess
  
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NEW		Agriculture developments will result in the clearing of large areas of forest which has the potential to negatively impact moose calving in the HPAs.On-goingDEBIHPAAgriculture & Grazing
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NEWAny new development in the HPAs has the potential to damage heritage sites.On-goingDEBIHPAHeritage Resources
  
NEWATVs and, to a lesser extent, snowmachines have been known to cause damage and disturbance to ground vegetation and wildlife in areas of high use.On-goingDEBIHPAAccess
  
NEWCurrent and anticipated future hunting patterns of waterfowl were not viewed as a concern by the steering committee.On-goingDEBIHPAHarvest
Waterfowl
  
NEWCurrent and future fishing patterns were generally not viewed as a concern by workshop participants.On-goingDEBIHPAFish
Harvest
  
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NEW		Grizzly bears and, to a lesser extent, black bears are significant predators of moose calves and have the potential to affect the numbers of moose in the HPAs.On-goingDEBIHPABears
Harvest
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NEWHeritage sites and historical use in the HPAs are not well known or documented.On-goingDEBIHPAHeritage Resources
  
NEWManagement Plan ReviewOn-goingDEBIHPAPlan Review
  
NEWMining would be incompatible with the objectives of the HPAs and should not be allowed.On-goingDEBIHPAProtection
  
NEWOil and gas development should not be allowed in the HPAs.On-goingDEBIHPAProtection
  
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NEW		Residential and commercial development in the HPAs has the potential to affect a number of natural and cultural features in the wetland, and potentially discourage use of the area by calving moose.On-goingDEBIHPAProtection
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NEWRound wood harvesting in the HPAs could potentially result in the clearing of land that would diminish the habitat quality of these areas for moose calving.On-goingDEBIHPAHarvest - Wood
Moose
  
NEWThe ecological relationships or community structure of the diverse groups of plants and animals in the HPAs is little understood and have been little documented.On-goingDEBIHPAMonitoring and Research
  
NEWThe FNNND recognizes a need for an increased commitment to awareness of the voluntary closure.On-goingDEBIHPACommunity Education
Harvest - Cow Moose
  
NEWThe HPAs are situated in a licenced trapping concession. Public input from the planning workshop supported the continued use of the HPAs for trapping.On-goingDEBIHPATrapping
  
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NEW		The present vehicle pullout at the interpretive trails attracts traffic from the Silver Trail Highway but provides no services with respect to human waste and garbage.On-goingDEBIHPANon-consumptive use
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NEWThere has been discussion in the community about expanding the Trans-Canada Trail network to include the old wagon trail from Mayo to Dawson.On-goingDEBIHPAAccess
  
NEWThere is a need to educate the general public about the ecological and cultural significance of the HPAs.On-goingDEBIHPANon-consumptive use
  
NEWThere is some concern that grazing may affect nesting waterfowl and shorebirds.On-goingDEBIHPAAgriculture & Grazing
Waterfowl
  
NEWWorkshop participants belived that dry fuelwood harvesting and the removal of small quantities of green trees for cain logs would be compatible with the objectives of the plan.On-goingDEBIHPAHarvest
  
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NEW		Assessment of any proposal to relocate the established boundary in order to promote ecological integrity or facilitate effective management.On-goingHSHPAProtection
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NEWEnhance education and appreciation opportunities.On-goingHSHPACommunity Education
  
NEWEnsure fire protection for the HPA.On-goingHSHPAProtection
  
NEWHunting activities should be monitored.On-goingHSHPAHarvest Monitoring
  
NEWIdentify the need for data collection.On-goingHSHPA  
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NEW		Land survey and land transfer.On-goingHSHPA ^ Top
NEWManage the harvest of fish and wildlife in the HPA.On-goingHSHPAHarvest
  
NEWManage trapping in the HPA.On-goingHSHPATrapping
  
NEWManage woodcutting in the HPA.On-goingHSHPAHarvest - Wood
  
NEWNo new roads or trails be developed in the HPA.On-goingHSHPAAccess
  
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NEW		Off-road vehicles within the HPA may disturb moose and key moose habitat.On-goingHSHPAAccess
Moose
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NEWProtect the HPA from agricultural and grazing activities.On-goingHSHPAProtection
  
NEWProtect the HPA from building and development activities.On-goingHSHPAProtection
  
NEWProtect the HPA from hydroelectric dam development.On-goingHSHPAProtection
  
NEWProtect the HPA from mining exploration and development.On-goingHSHPAProtection
  
65
NEW		Protect the HPA from oil and gas exploration and development.On-goingHSHPAProtection
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NEWReview Management Plan.On-goingHSHPAPlan Review
  
NEWSeek funding opportunities.On-goingHSHPAFunding Opportunities
  
NEWVisitor use will be encouraged and monitored.On-goingHSHPANon-consumptive use
  
NEWAny development will need to be considered carefully in light of the objectives of this management plan.On-goingLWHPAProtection
  
70
NEW		Maintain water quality and quantity to protect aquatic habitat.On-goingLWHPAHabitat
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NEWManage and monitor access points and roads.On-goingLWHPAAccess
  
NEWManage forest resources and fire suppression.On-goingLWHPAHabitat
Harvest
  
NEWManage recreation and tourism development to prevent damaging both heritage artifacts and habitat.On-goingLWHPANon-consumptive use
  
NEWMineral, oil and gas resource activities should be temporarily suspended.On-goingLWHPAProtection
  
75
NEW		Observations suggest a decline in the northern pike population.On-goingLWHPAFish
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NEWProtect habitat and archaeological resources from agriculture and grazing.On-goingLWHPAProtection
  
NEWProtect heritage resources and educate youth on the cultural significance of artifacts and archaeological sites.On-goingLWHPA  
NEWProtect the LWHPA from linear developments.On-goingLWHPAProtection
  
NEWReview of the Approved Plan.On-goingLWHPAPlan Review
  
80
NEW		Selkirk First Nations will continue to use and encourage the practice of cultural activities.On-goingLWHPAHarvest
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NEWAssess and maintain the genetic integrity of Yukon Elk.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWCarefully manage core elk range and highlight key habitats on maps for land-use planning initiatives.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWDefine the core range and key habitats for elk populations.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWDevelop a plan for dealing with diseases and parasite of concern once detected.On-goingEMPElk
  
85
NEW		Elk in the wild should be healthy and free of diseases and parasites of concern.On-goingEMPElk
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NEWElk that are habituated to people can be dangerous in communities.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWEnhance the genetic diversity of Yukon Elk.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWEstimate carrying capacity for elk within their range.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWInvestigate the impact of elk on their range.On-goingEMPElk
Habitat
  
90
NEW		Minimize land-use conflicts between agriculturalists and elk.On-goingEMPElk
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NEWModel estimated population size under different management options and changing environmental conditions.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWMonitor population size, composition and survival.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWPromote greater public knowledge and appreciation of elk.On-goingEMPCommunity Education
Elk
Public Information
  
NEWPromote measures to prevent contact between livestock (including captive wildlife and free-ranging elk).On-goingEMPElk
  
95
NEW		Provide elk viewing opportunities.On-goingEMPCommunity Education
Elk
Public Information
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NEWProvide limited hunting opportunities of elk for Yukon people.On-goingEMPElk
Harvest
  
NEWReduce the risk of vehicle collisions with elk.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWThe presence of elk should not be to the detriment of other valued wildlife species and ecosystems.On-goingEMPElk
  
NEWUndertake elk habitat enhancement projects, if necessary.On-goingEMPElk
Habitat
  
100
NEW		Close all harvest of the CCH when herd populations and trends and sex ratios fall below threshold indicators for maintaining a stable or increasing herd.On-goingCCMPCaribou
Harvest
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NEWConduct one moose survey within the life of this plan.On-goingCCMPMoose
  
NEWConduct one wolf census within the life of this plan.On-goingCCMPCaribou
Wolves
  
NEWConduct regular monitoring of the herd.On-goingCCMPCaribou
  
NEWCooperatively manage harvest of the CCH with Yukon and Alaska management authorities to maintain a stable or increasing population.On-goingCCMPCaribou
  
105
NEW		Coordinate awareness and communication, at critical periods, to the public and interested groups regarding harvest of the CCH.On-goingCCMPCaribou
Harvest
Public Information
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NEWCoordinate the collection of habitat information with other ongoing research and monitoring work in the CCH range.On-goingCCMPCaribou
Habitat
  
NEWCoordinate with research scientists in Alaska to determine a protocol for monitoring Chisana caribou.On-goingCCMPCaribou
  
NEWDevelop and implement a communication plan for CCH.On-goingCCMPCaribou
Community Education
Public Information
  
NEWEncourage and take advantage of research opportunities to increase our current knowledge of habitat within the CCH range.On-goingCCMPCaribou
Habitat
  
110
NEW		Implement the plan in a manner that improves cooperation and communication among partners.On-goingCCMPCaribou
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NEWPromote and take advantage of research opportunities within the CCH Range.On-goingCCMPCaribou
  
NEWReview and renew the plan in a timely manner.On-goingCCMPPlan Review
  
NEWAssess health risks and maintain caribou health.On-goingNMCCaribou
Health
  
NEWDetermine herd status and trends over time.On-goingNMCCaribou
Wildlife Monitoring
  
115
NEW		Foster opportunities to share knowledge, information and develop education and stewardship programs.On-goingNMCCommunication
Education
Public Information
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NEWIdentify and assess the quality, quantity and distribution of important habitats.On-goingNMCCaribou
Habitat
  
NEWIncrease understanding of the dynamics of predator-prey systems and potential competition with other herbivores.On-goingNMCCaribou
Wildlife Monitoring
  
NEWManage and conserve habitat to support healthy caribou herds.On-goingNMC  
NEWManage harvest for sustainable use.On-goingNMCCaribou
Harvest
  
120
NEW		Promote conservation of the NMP of woodland caribou through environmental and cumulative effects assessment.On-goingNMCCaribou
Protection
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NEWAdditional Commercial Recreational Fishing (Angling) Development.On-goingMLMPFish
Protection
  
NEWCurrent Ground Access into Mandanna Lake.On-goingMLMPAccess
  
NEWDomestic Fishing and Commercial Fishing.On-goingMLMPFish
Harvest
  
NEWEnforcement and Monitoring.On-goingMLMPFish
Wildlife Monitoring
  
125
NEW		Food fishing by First Nation members with a sharing agreement.On-goingMLMPFish
Harvest
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NEWFood fishing by First Nation members without a sharing agreement.On-goingMLMPFish
Harvest
  
NEWFood fishing by members of LSCFN.On-goingMLMPFish
Harvest
  
NEWLand and water based disturbances within the watershed.On-goingMLMPFish
Habitat
  
NEWLand Tenure and Land Dispositions at Mandanna Lake.On-goingMLMPProtection
  
130
NEW		New ground access to Mandanna Lake.On-goingMLMPAccess
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NEWRecreational Angling (Fishing) Regulations.On-goingMLMPFish
Harvest
  
NEWRecreational fishing (Angling) by residents of the Yukon.On-goingMLMPFish
Harvest
  
NEWRecreational fishing (angling)by non-residents.On-goingMLMPFish
Harvest
  
NEWRecreational Fishing (Angling)Derbies.On-goingMLMPFish
Protection
  
135
NEW		Review Management PlanOn-goingMLMPPlan Review
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NEWAll operations and management activities will adhere to the management guidelines set out in this plan.On-goingNNWPHPACommunication
Protection
  
NEWDevelop and enhance communication services.On-goingNNWPHPAPublic Information
  
NEWDevelop, manage and permit research and monitoring programs to determine whether or not resources are being protected.On-goingNNWPHPA  
NEWManage visitor use and access.On-goingNNWPHPABears
Non-consumptive use
  
140
NEW		Natural ecological process will continue without human interference unless they pose a threat to human life of property.On-goingNNWPHPAProtection
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NEWNatural ecological processes will continue without human interference unless they pose a threat to human life or property.On-goingNNWPHPAProtection
  
NEWPlan review and ongoing public involvement.On-goingNNWPHPAPlan Review
  
NEWProtect and promote an appreciation of heritage resources.On-goingNNWPHPAProtection
  
NEWProtected area managers need to consider and discuss goals of adjacent land managers.On-goingNNWPHPAProtection
  
145
NEW		There is no need for an airstrip to service the Wilderness Preserve.On-goingNNWPHPAAccess
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NEWThis plan recognises the historical use of the winter cat trail for the Rusty Springs property.On-goingNNWPHPAAccess
  
NEWAllow appropriate tourism activities in keeping with the management principles from the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation Final Agreement.On-goingOCFSMANon-consumptive use
  
NEWConsider and manage the SMA as one healthy ecological unit.On-goingOCFSMAHabitat
Protection
Waterfowl
  
NEWContinue and develop research and monitoring of the Old Crow Flats.On-goingOCFSMA  
150
NEW		Educate the public and encourage sharing of knowledge and values of Old Crow Flats between elders, researchers and community youth.On-goingOCFSMACommunity Education
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NEWLocal residents feel that the Old Crow Flats are drying up, as they see evidence of lower water levels in lakes.On-goingOCFSMAHabitat
  
NEWMaintenance of healthy wetland habitat must be a priority when considering dispositions of land or land use activities.On-goingOCFSMAProtection
  
NEWProtect and conserve the full diversity of wildlife and habitat and maintain the ecological integrity of the SMA.On-goingOCFSMACaribou
Furbearers
Harvest
Moose
  
NEWProtection of fish and fish habitat.On-goingOCFSMAFish
Habitat
  
155
NEW		Recognise and protect traditional and current use of the area whilst protecting and conserving habitat.On-goingOCFSMAAccess
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NEWRecognize and protect important historic and archaeological resources in the Special Management Area.On-goingOCFSMAProtection
  
NEWRecognize and protect traditional and current use of the Special Management Area, and ownership of parcels R-01 and R-10A by Vuntut Gwitchin.On-goingOCFSMATraditional Practice
  
NEWRecognize that Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation fully owns and controls forestry resources within its settlement land.On-goingOCFSMAHabitat
Harvest
  
NEWReview the possible options for designation of the settlement lands and crown land portions of the Special Management Area to recognize the ecological and cultural importance of the area, while allowing a management regime that is agreeable to the parties.On-goingOCFSMAProtection
  
160
NEW		There is a concern about the potential impacts of oil and gas development and mineral development on the traditional use of the area by Vuntut Gwitchin.On-goingOCFSMAProtection
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NEWThere is a concern about the potential impacts of oil and gas development on the traditional use of the area by Vuntut Gwitchin.On-goingOCFSMAProtection
  
NEWWisely protect and manage the paleontological resources of the SMA.On-goingOCFSMA  
NEWHabitat loss through invasive plant monoculture.On-goingBSMPInvasive Species
Protection
  
NEWIdentify Critical Habitat for Baikal Sedge.On-goingBSMPHabitat
  
165
NEW		Incomplete knowledge of species distribution and number of populations.On-goingBSMPDistribution Limit
Population
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NEWIncomplete knowledge of threats such as recreational use, natural succession and in-filling of dune ecosystems.On-goingBSMPMonitoring
Population
Protection
Recreation
  
NEWLack of habitat management for Baikal Sedge.On-goingBSMPProtection
  
NEWLack of public knowledge of the impact of recreational activities on Baikal Sedge.On-goingBSMPAccess
Public Information
  
NEWEncourage a land stewardship ethic between managers and adjacent land owners.On-goingTCNHPAProtection
  
170
NEW		It is recommended that the Habitat Protection Area should be permanently withdrawn from mineral staking, exploration and mining under the Quartz Mining Act and Placer Mining Act.On-goingTCNHPAHabitat
Protection
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NEWManage tourism activities such as wildlife viewing.On-goingTCNHPANon-consumptive use
  
NEWManage wildfires and suppression activities.On-goingTCNHPAProtection
  
NEWManage wildlife harvesting activities and encourage the practice of cultural activities.On-goingTCNHPAHarvest
  
NEWProtect archeological and historical sites in conjunction with the objectives of this plan.On-goingTCNHPAProtection
  
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NEW		The Habitat Protection Area should be permanently excluded from surface activities associated with oil and gas exploration and production.On-goingTCNHPAHabitat
Protection
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NEWThe Habitat Protection Area should be permanently withdrawn from coal exploration and coal mining activities under the Territorial Lands (Yukon) Act.On-goingTCNHPAHabitat
Protection
  
NEWTo encourage public appreciation for the area and to respect traditional and current uses of the area by Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation people.On-goingTCNHPACommunity Education
Public Participation
  
NEWTo establish monitoring activities that will provide information on the conservation and protection of wildlife and wildlife habitat in the Habitat Protection Area.On-goingTCNHPA  
NEWTo manage agricultural activities in the Habitat Protection Area so as to protect wildlife and wildlife habitat.On-goingTCNHPAProtection
  
180
NEW		To manage forest harvesting to protect wildlife and wildlife habitat.On-goingTCNHPAHarvest
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NEWTo manage land use activities in a way that will protect wildlife and wildlife habitat, and to respect traditional and current uses by Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation people.On-goingTCNHPAProtection
  
NEWTo manage protect the integrity of the watershed.On-goingTCNHPAHabitat
  
NEWTo respect traditional and current uses of the area by Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation people.On-goingTCNHPAHarvest
Hunting Practices
Trapping
  

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