Naturalization in Edmonton - Mill Creek Ravine (63

For the past several years, sections of the Mill Creek Ravine park between 66th and 63rd avenue has been naturalized. This space has been identified as an important natural area to be protected and preserved. In 2015, the first stage of naturalization began by allowing the grass to grow naturally. This year new trees and shrubs will be planted to help rebuild the treestand in this area and re-establish the trees that surround the waterway. The trees are an essential part of a healthy ecosystem and help to clean the water, maintain bank stabilization and reduce soil erosion. The green area will continue to be mowed except for certain areas to help increase the treeline. The grass has been allowed to grow while weeds were controlled, and trees and shrubs can now be planted on the stable grassland. This process is called naturalization. You can find out more about naturalization at edmonton.ca/naturalization.Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.

1. I support a modified mowing plan, and planting trees and shrubs along the Mill Creek Ravine between 66th and 63rd avenue along 91st Street.

Strongly disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

Strongly disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

Please feel free to explain your answer.

2. Naturalization includes planting trees and shrubs that grow naturally in Alberta. What types of trees and shrubs do you think should be planted along the ravine area?

A variety of Native trees and shrubs found naturally in Edmonton and Alberta
(Includes, Fruit bearing, Deciduous & Coniferous)

Trees and shrubs that grow edible fruit (For example, Saskatoon, Choke cherry, Raspberry, Cranberry)

Evergreen trees (For example, Spruce and Pine)

Deciduous trees and Shrubs (For example, Aspen, Birch, Dogwood, Wild rose, Willow )

A mix of evergreen and deciduous trees (no Fruit bearing trees or shrubs)

Other options for example, trees & shrubs that are colourful

3. What benefits of naturalization and the urban forest are most important to you? (Please choose all that apply.)

Recreation - bird and wildlife watching

Recreation - hiking, walking, dog walking in natural areas

Shade

Aesthetics (admiring the beauty of the natural area as it matures)

Natural sound barrier provided by dense tree stands

Pollution capture (capture dust particles and air pollutants like Carbon Dioxide)

Storm water mitigation (reduce pressure on drainage infrastructure; reduces flood risk)

Creation of wildlife habitat (to allow native animals to re-establish extended habitats)

Other (please specify)

4. Are there any aspects of naturalization (planting trees & shrubs) that concern you?

5. Do you live in the Argyll or Hazeldean neighbourhoods?

Yes

Other (please specify)

6. Do you use the green space along 91 Street near the Mill Creek Ravine for travel or recreation? If so, how?

Travel - to and from work or groceries

Recreation - walking, running / jogging, sports or games

Recreation - dog walking

Recreation - picnics or other group activities

Recreation - bird and wildlife watching

I do not use the green area along 91 Street for travel or recreation

Other (please specify)

7. Are you interested in volunteering to plant trees and shrubs along the Mill Creek Ravine to help revitalize the treestand?

Yes

Naturalization in Edmonton - Mill Creek Ravine (63 - 66 Ave & 91 Street)

1. I support a modified mowing plan, and planting trees and shrubs along the Mill Creek Ravine between 66th and 63rd avenue along 91st Street.

2. Naturalization includes planting trees and shrubs that grow naturally in Alberta. What types of trees and shrubs do you think should be planted along the ravine area?

3. What benefits of naturalization and the urban forest are most important to you? (Please choose all that apply.)

4. Are there any aspects of naturalization (planting trees & shrubs) that concern you?

5. Do you live in the Argyll or Hazeldean neighbourhoods?

6. Do you use the green space along 91 Street near the Mill Creek Ravine for travel or recreation? If so, how?

7. Are you interested in volunteering to plant trees and shrubs along the Mill Creek Ravine to help revitalize the treestand?

8. Do you have any other comments or questions related to the revitalization of this portion of the Mill Creek Ravine?