Area 9 - Aristazabal Integrated Use Area

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Kitasoo/Xaixais Values:

• Kitasoo/Xaixais archaeological and heritage values,
• Traditional hunting and fishing area of the Kitasoo/Xaixais people,
• Numerous fishing camps around the island,
• Important salmon spawning and fisheries habitat,
• Wildlife values including deer and wolf,
• Recreation and eco-tourism potential,
• Employment and economic development potential,
• Scenic values of Laredo Channel.

Kitasoo/Xaixais Management Objectives:

• Resource use while protecting cultural values,
• Archaeological studies for all areas during resource planning process,
• Kitasoo/Xaixais continue hunting and fishing,
• Resource use while maintaining wildlife habitat,
• Minimize impact on scenic values,
• Create jobs and economic development activities for Kitasoo/Xaixais workers,
• Co-management Agreement with Kitasoo/Xaixais before any resource planning or development begins.