Lusk, et al prescribe dense shallow cover [1-6' depth] for forage [BG] population protection. Considering your goals [improved LMB WR], sheer size of BOW [100 ac], and amount of raw materials for structure [150 6-8' conifers] I'd focus efforts on shallow areas first. You're looking at placing 30 groups of 5 trees on over 4 million sq ft of water - so I'd lock down those shallow areas first. You're already seeing results from your previous structure implementation - improved LMB WR will likely result in conjunction with assertive culling efforts of low WR LMB. I think you're on the right track - give these efforts 2-3 seasons to reflect true impact. Keep taking L/W measurements and keep us apprised.

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