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Study of Heathland Succession, Prescribed Burning, and Future Perspectives at Kringsjå, Norway

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  • Anna Marie Gjedrem

    (Fire Disasters Research Group, Chemistry and Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Department of Safety, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, 5528 Haugesund, Norway
    CERIDES—Excellence in Innovation and Technology, European University Cyprus, 6 Diogenes Street, Engomi, Nicosia 1516, Cyprus)

  • Torgrim Log

    (Fire Disasters Research Group, Chemistry and Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Department of Safety, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, 5528 Haugesund, Norway)

Abstract

The coastal heathland of Western Europe, dominated by Calluna vulgaris L., was previously maintained by prescribed-burning and grazing to the extent that the Calluna became anthropogenically adapted to regular burning cycles. This 5000–6000-year-old land management practice was essential for local biodiversity and created a vegetation free from major wildland fires. In Norway, recent neglect has, however, caused accumulation of live and dead biomass. Invasion of juniper and Sitka spruce has resulted in limited biodiversity and increasing wildland fire fuels. At the Kringsjå cabin and sheep farm, Haugesund, an area of previous fire safe heathland has been restored through fire-agriculture. Kringsjå is located close to several important Viking Age sites and the Steinsfjellet viewpoint, a popular local tourist destination. The motivation for the present study is to analyse this facility and investigate possibilities for synergies between landscape management and tourism as a route to sustainable transitions. The present study compares restored heathland vegetation with unmanaged heathland at Kringsjå. The potential for activities is also analysed based on the proximity to the tourist attractions in the region. The Kringsjå area demonstrates different vegetation conditions depending on level of afforestation, Calluna heath maintenance, and gracing. Within a few minutes’ walk, dense Sitka spruce communities with desert-like forest floor may be compared to native forest floors, Calluna dominated heathland, and grazing fields. It turns out that Kringsjå may become a showcase for resuming prescribed burning and grazing for fire-safe rich landscapes, while offering cultural and historical experiences for all age groups. Moreover, tourism may become a source of income required for supporting ongoing restoration initiatives. To start working on a common vision, preferably aligned with existing "Homeland of the Viking Kings" tourism approach, should be one of the first steps along this path.

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  • Anna Marie Gjedrem & Torgrim Log, 2020. "Study of Heathland Succession, Prescribed Burning, and Future Perspectives at Kringsjå, Norway," Land, MDPI, vol. 9(12), pages 1-28, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jlands:v:9:y:2020:i:12:p:485-:d:454865
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