Lessons from the nearshore: Objectives, methodologies and recommendations for assessing soft sediment habitats

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Graphic recording of session by Savanna Young.

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This talk provides an overview of methods to assess and monitor soft sediment communities in intertidal and subtidal habitats and their application.  A range of techniques are presented along with challenges and recommendations for future monitoring.  

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