Rolla Canyon ER #150 Purpose Statement

Original Purpose: To protect the paleontological features of the site as well as special natural, cultural and heritage features Physical: Rolla Canyon is a deeply incised river bank along the Pouce Coupe River. The canyon exposes alluvial mixtures of clay, sand, gravel and stones. Biological: The river banks are semi-open with some aspen and spruce

Klaskish River Overview

Original Purpose: To protect an outstanding estuary and adjacent alluvial forest in the Hypermaritime subzone of the Coastal Western Hemlock Zone. Physical: The reserve encloses the lower 1.5 km of the Klaskish River, the northern half of Klaskish Basin, alluvial lowlands along the river and in its estuary, and valley slopes to 30 m elevation