ADDENDUM: from James Parker: List of possible projects at Hurricane Creek. Hurricane Creek is in optimal condition right now for use by the Biology Department, and for uses by other departments including the new Appalachian Studies Department at North Georgia College and State University. The following is a list of items that come to mind that the Biology Department could be involved in by utilizing the existing conditions at Hurricane Creek: Possible Research Projects on the Hurricane Creek Track Wildlife Conservation Area WETLANDS RESTORATION PROJECT: (See Sidebar: Restore Wetlands at Hurricane Creek) Including replanting of trees that were removed along with wetlands soil. Remove plastic liners from area.
Organized privet removal On site location for new Film Studies Department at North Georgia College.
Study involving distances traveled by beaver from water to obtain food
Assessment of beaver activity and environmental impact on area Survey of Mushrooms and other fungi on the area Survey of Invertebrates on the area Water quality studies on the river and creek Study of bottom fauna in river and creek Study of slime molds on the area Study of control methods for poison ivy, Japanese honeysuckle, and Chinese privet Study of pine beetle infestations Catalog all plants on the area Monitor movements of box turtles on the area Establish and monitor an area for native wetland plant species Survey of lichens & mosses on the area Study of pink lady slipper orchids on the area Study of mayapples on the area Study of club mosses on the area Study of mole activity on the area Establish an area for relocation of endangered & threatened native plants Monitor fish populations in creek & river (2 endangered species) Study ecological succession on the area Possible Group Activities on the area Appalachian Studies field studies, group meetings, outdoor classroom Various PREP student projects & activities Summer camp & outdoor activities workshop Various “wet-lab” exercises by biology classes at the shelter Fishing tournament for youngsters Departmental picnics
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List of Possible Projects at Hurricane Creek |