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Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve
Proposed Compendium Changes for 2007

Date: December 27, 2006

Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve is seeking public comment on the park's proposed 2007 Superintendent’s Compendium. The attached proposed compendium is a written compilation of designations, closures, permit requirements and other restrictions imposed under the Superintendent’s discretionary authority. The National Park Service adopted new regulations on vessel management in Glacier Bay. Additionally, regulations applicable to Alaska national park areas were renumbered. These changes are reflected in this proposed compendium. After review and consideration of the need for annual updates, the park proposes two changes.

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Spruce Bark  

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Spruce Bark Beetles have infected nutrient poor areas of Glacier Bay forests. A naturally occurring insect in Glacier Bay, the Spruce Bark Beetle has changed the progress of forest succession in areas of epidemic infection.

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