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178 <br /> Additionally, the state and some local governments have also established rules to protect <br /> vegetated riparian buffers found along streams, rivers, and reservoirs in various parts of <br /> North Carolina. Refer to the following website: <br /> htt ://ncforestservice. ov/water qualityLbuffer rules.htm <br /> Your Forest Stewardship Plan should draw attention to water bodies located on your <br /> property that should be protected during forest management activities. This may include <br /> the establishment of streamside management zones (SMZs) which are meant to prevent <br /> sedimentation and maintain healthy water temperatures. Proper pre-harvest planning <br /> prior to cutting timber can help ensure protection of both soil and water resources. <br /> Information on forestry activities and water quality issues can be found on the NCFS <br /> website: http://ncforestseryice.gov/water quali1y/water—quality.htm. <br /> Soil and Water on Your Property: The property lies in the Cape Fear River Basin and <br /> is subject to the Jordan Lake Buffer Rules. Soil erosion and runoff are discussed <br /> extensively in the plan. The landowner is interested in preserving and protecting water <br /> quality throughout the property. <br /> Biological Diversity <br /> Biodiversity is the variety of life (including diversity of species, genetic diversity and <br /> diversity of ecosystems) and the processes that support it. Landowners can contribute to <br /> the conservation of biodiversity by providing a diversity of habitats. It is important to <br /> select management options that offer the greatest opportunities for promoting wildlife <br /> habitat and conserving biodiversity while fulfilling other land ownership objectives, <br /> Some of these options include, but are not limited to, conserving wildlife habitat and <br /> biodiversity by: <br /> 1. Managing stand-level habitat features. <br /> 2. Promoting aquatic and riparian areas. <br /> 3. Managing landscape features. <br /> 4. Conserving rare species and communities. <br /> 5. Protecting special features and sites. <br /> 6. Developing partnerships with natural resource agencies and conservation <br /> organizations. <br /> For more information on managing for biological diversity, refer to the following <br /> website: htti)://www.fs.fed.us/ecosystemservices/biodiversity.shtml <br /> 20 <br />