Cinder Hills Lab

BaileyClaytonHannah

Molly

The Impact of ORVs on Species Diversity

Testing Sites:

Location 1: Area where ORVs are not allowed.

Location 2: Area where ORVs are allowed.

Observation

When comparing the two sites, we noticed…

• The site not allowing ORVs had substantially more vegetation, than the area allowing ORVs.

• More different types of species were easily spotted in the first location, making us question whether the ORVs had an impact on the environment.

Procedure and Research

Mark a plot of 400 sq meters for both test sites.

In the designated plot, search for every different type of plant species

living in the area.

Then put into a plastic bag, making sure to label which site

that it came from.

Plot A: Forest Restoration SitePlot B: Cinder Hills Recreation Site

Results and Analysis

Number of species in each Plot A & Plot B

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Number of SpeciesPlot A & Plot B

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Plot B

Plot A

Plot A

Grass Species

Forb Species

Tree Species

Conclusion

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