Site Preparation - Checklist for Success
	Checklist for Success
	The following is a partial list of practices that may be applicable to site preparation, regeneration and revegetation during your forest management project. Implement the appropriate practices to protect water quality before, during and after the project is completed. Refer to the Forest Water Quality Guidelines for a more complete list of practices that might be applicable.
	Site Preparation Dispose and treat slash with fire and/or other mechanical means. Mechanically scarify soil to create optimal conditions for regeneration. Plan prescribed burning to accomplish management objectives without causing excessive damage to the soil or residual stand. Consider chemical site preparation where possible to minimize soil disturbance.
	Regeneration Retain a sufficient number of healthy trees with adequate crowns and good form for seed trees to provide quality regeneration from genetically superior seed sources. Retain stocking levels suited to moisture conditions of the site. Dry sites may require retention of additional trees. When using artificial regeneration, plant species best suited to the soil and site conditions. Monitor survival of regeneration to ensure management objectives and protection of water quality are being met.
	Revegetation Roads, skid trails and landings should be revegetated using natural or artificial means as soon as practical. Exposed sites or other areas should be stabilized using proper seed mixtures adapted to soil and site conditions. On steep slopes, the use of mulch or slash material may be used to stabilize soil and slow surface water flow until vegetation becomes established. Utilize native herbaceous seed mixtures best suited to the soil and site conditions. Avoid seeding where tree seedling establishment is desired unless conditions warrant.
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