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Vegetation is very important in protecting the soil and providing cover and food for native and domestic animals. Once this vegetation is destroyed by off-road vehicles (ORVs), grazing, farming, mining, or construction it is important that it be replaced with a similar protective cover as soon as possible as the best means to mitigate the disturbance (McKell et al., 1979; Stelly, 1978; Thames, 1977).
The views and conclusions contained in this chapter are based on the authors’ studies or experiences, and do not necessarily represent the official viewpoint or policy of any U.S. government agency.
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Kay, B.L., Graves, W.L. (1983). Revegetation and Stabilization Techniques for Disturbed Desert Vegetation. In: Webb, R.H., Wilshire, H.G. (eds) Environmental Effects of Off-Road Vehicles. Springer Series on Environmental Management. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4612-5454-6_17
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