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n limitations It is important to note that efforts to restore land to historical conditions are dubious in our era of climate uncertainty. And while a“ one size fits all” solution is unlikely, the Miyawaki Method remains one of the most expeditious ways of revitalizing native forest biodiversity. Some research suggests that initial costs and upkeep are a challenge. For the orchardist, there are known challenges with fruit and nut production in dense forest layouts. Take time to plan your project for the best results.
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and supporting the Agricultural Reserve for over 35 years.
experience equates advantage! n take action Do you wish to steward your existing forest canopy? Re-Leaf the Reserve is a reforestation program that provides free site prep, installation, materials, and general aftercare through Montgomery Countryside Alliance and the Montgomery Planning partnership program. While they are not exclusively using the Miyawaki Method, they are able to design and plant native species for tall canopy and mid-canopy trees at no cost. Contact Kelsey at Kelsey. Desmond @ montgomeryplanning. org for more information.
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MIYAWAKI AROUND THE WORLD
• Danehy Park Forest in Cambridge, MA
• Ascot Hills Park Micro-Forest in Los Angeles, CA
• Somerville High School Forest in Somerville, MA
• University of Iowa Project in Iowa City
• Yakama Nation’ s Healing Forest in Toppenish, WA
• Trial forests in Howard County and Prince George’ s County, MD.
• Beirut’ s RiverLESS Forest
• Japan’ s Great Forest Wall and Millennium Hope Hills tsunami barriers
• Pakistan’ s Saggian Forest in Lahore
• London’ s Heritage Forest
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Savoring MoCo’ s Agricultural Reserve
Evan Whalen is a graduate landscape architect from the University of Maryland whose work focuses on ecological restoration, green infrastructure, community design, and nature-based learning. He is passionate about reforesting landscapes and creating restorative environments that reconnect people with nature. Evan welcomes opportunities to connect, consult, and collaborate. He can be reached at evan. whale01 @ gmail. com. local food. community 19929 Fisher Avenue, Poolesville’ s Historic West End www. LocalsFarmMarket. com