Glenside Ecological Services Limited

Conducted field assessment to identify opportunities to demonstrate soft shoreline restoration techniques;
Prescribed coir log remediation, buffer enhancements and access point development to restore various levels of stability, habitat and aesthetics;
Identified plants to be used in restoration based on ecosite and soils and mapped planting effort;
Produced comprehensive plan detailing field assessment, mitigation and cost estimate;
Coordinated and supervised shoreline restoration and planting;
Developed interpretative signage and messaging for general public.

Conducted comprehensive shoreline assessment to identify areas requiring erosion control and restoration, and opportunities for shoreline naturalization;
Analyzed soils, and nearshore and onshore slopes;
Assessed impact of geese populations and invasive species;
Consulted with Marcus Beach Association to identify constraints (i.e. viewscapes, access points, docks etc.);
Defined and georeferenced compartments and developed prescriptions detailing recommended restoration, naturalization and geese management;
Prioritized compartments based on severity of erosion;
Developed compartment specific cost estimates for material and labour;
Developed permit application and assisted in tendering process.

Developed shoreline restoration and naturalization plans for private landowners under funding from the Great Lakes Guardian Fund;
Conducted site visits to assess shoreline erosion and identify opportunities for naturalization;
Consulted with landowners to identify recreational constraints (i.e. viewscapes, access points, docks etc.);
Developed site specific planting prescriptions with detailed species list and cost estimates;
Provided general vegetative buffer restoration guidelines.

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