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LMR Travel Company: The Boreal Forest

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Soils in the boreal forest are typically podzols, gray soils that are thin, acidic, and poor in nutrients.

The boreal forest region ranges in elevation from about 150 m, near the Alberta-Northwest Territories border, to over 1,100 m near the Alberta-British Columbia border. With all types of elevations, there is something for everyone!

Boreal Forest made up of coniferous forests consisting mostly of pines, spruces and larches, so it will be the wonderful green color all year round.

The forests' canopy is dense, forest floor vegetation is thin.

Features of the Boreal Forest

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Mean annual temperature varies from -5 degrees Celsius to 5 degrees Celsius. On the chillier side, but perfect temperatures for outdoor activities.

Long, severe winters last up to 6 months below freezing, and short, mild summers.

Usually only 50-100 frost free days per year

Temperatures vary from -54 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius

Typical winter day is -20 degrees Celsius to 18 degrees Celsius on the average summer day.

Mean annual precipitation is 15 to 20 inches, mainly in snow, perfect for those who love winter sports!

Climate

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Best time to visit is the summer Animals come out of hibernation and are activeFlowers bloomSnow melts, and frost comes off lakes and

riversAutumn and spring are so short, they barley

exist. Winter is a great time to visit if you enjoy

snow sports or activities.

Seasonal Info

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32,000 insects live in the boreal forests in the summer

Largest biome in the worldHas 30 percent of the worlds

forestExtreme variation of climate

because its divided into high, middle and southern boreal.

300 bird species and 90 percent of them migrate south

Very poor soilHas the same flora on two

continents.

Unique Features

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Coniferous trees are the most predominant plant form. They can shed snow easily, and their waxy needles can retain throughout the winter.

Many mosses and lichens.Animals have warm fur, and need to be able

to survive in the winter and harsh winter conditions.

Characteristics of Plants and Animal Species

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Animals have to adapt to the cold and brutal winter conditions.

The Snowshoe Hare has very large paws for running over the snow, and is white to blend in with the snow.

Many birds migrate during the cold winter months.

Some plants go into dormancy during the winter and then bloom during the summers.

Example of Plant and Animal Adaptations

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The Boreal Forest biome is filled with unlimited activities and adventures to be had. Some of the most popular activates that tourist participate in are: Hunting TripsCanoe and fishing TripsHiking and campingWildlife observingSkiing in the winter months

Tourism Activities

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Clear cutting, and being replaced by a mono crop.

Acid rain kills animals and destroys the land. Deforestation Pollution from cities and power plants.With these issues harming the Boreal Forest, you should visit as soon as possible! Also help in any way you can.

Environmental Issues

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"Animal and Plant Species." Boreal Forests of the World. Web. 03 Dec. 2012. <http://www.borealforest.org/world/world_species.htm>.

"The Boreal Forest: Earth's Green Crown." Boreal Forest Biome. NRDC. Web. 03 Dec. 2012. <http://www.nrdc.org/land/forests/boreal/intro.asp>.

"Boreal Forest (Taiga)." Biomes of the World. Radford University. Web. 03 Dec. 2012. <https://php.radford.edu/~swoodwar/biomes/?page_id=92>.

"The Taiga or Boreal Forest." The Boreal Forest Biome. Marettia. Web. 03 Dec. 2012. <http://www.marietta.edu/~biol/biomes/boreal.htm>.

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