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Image explanation Characteristic landscape of LMU #13 as seen from Alto mineral property. Orma Hill airstrip visible in middle view.
Land Status Yukon public land
Biophysical Setting
Setting Mountainous unit west of Ni’iinlii’njik (Fishing Branch) SMA.
Ecoregions North Ogilvie Mountains.
Bioclimate Zones Taiga Wooded, Taiga Shrub and Alpine (minor).
Habitat Types Low to mid-elevation coniferous forest, shrub and herb; high elevation sparsely vegetated, herb, shrub and rock; minor amount wetland and riparian.
Watersheds Yukon River (Drifting Snow Creek, Graying Fork River and other tributaries to Salmon Fork River).
Ecological Resources
Significant Wildlife and Fish Habitats
Porcupine Caribou Caribou general use area during fall migration, winter, and spring migration periods.
Moose Significant seasonal habitats around Drifting Snow, Grayling Fork and other large tributary streams.
Marten Moderate value winter habitats.
Sheep No known sheep populations.
Fish No documented fish over-wintering habitats.
Other Species
Wetlands and Lakes Limited number of wetlands and lakes; one identified wetland occurs in north-central portion of unit.
Riparian Areas Drifting Snow, Grayling Fork, and other tributary streams.
Major River Corridors None.
Heritage, Social and Cultural Resources
VGFN Heritage Routes and Sites No identified heritage routes or sites.
Other Heritage and Historic Resources Few documented archaeological sites, including Poulton Station, potentially one of oldest sites in Yukon. High potential for additional discoveries in limestone caves.
Current Community Use Areas No identified areas.
Economic Development
Transportation and Access No existing transportation infrastructure. Access route to Rusty Springs mineral property utilized historically.
Traditional Economy No identified activities.
Tourism and Recreation Low interests and activity.
Oil and Gas Resources Moderate potential; part of Kandik oil and gas basin.
Mineral Resources Moderate to high potential; this unit contains some of highest relative mineral potential in the region.
Aggregate (Gravel) Resources No identified resources.
Special Management Considerations
  1. This unit has substantial knowledge gaps with respect to ecological, heritage and economic resources.
  2. Southern boundary is adjacent to Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory (south of 66°N latitude).
  3. Western boundary is adjacent to Yukon – Alaska border.

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