Hi Rod! I am intrigued by your project. I’m curious if you have thought about putting up electric fencing around your aspen/willow stands when you move the permanent fencing? I think there are ways to configure it so deer and elk are less likely to jump in. It would at least be a mild deterrent!
I’d be interested in doing a small case study of your property about the soil microbiology in the various plots, if you are willing. It am curious to know how the various plots differ and to see how they might change through time.
My goal is to get a network of landowners interested in regeneration to allow either 1) public engagement in the restoration process or 2) access to the soil biology data and results that are noted during the restoration process. Let me know if this is something you might be interested in!
Best,
Sari