TSMI methodology of registration and evaluation of steam-bank vegetation in rural landscape

Stream-bank vegetation is an important constituent of landscape. Many streamside stands are not in good condition at present. The article presents methodology for the evaluation of stream-bank vegetation in rural landscapes. The goals of the paper are the registration and evaluation of stands as the basis for subsequent management proposal. Streams are divided into sections delimited by significant artificial or natural barriers. Within the frame of sections, segments are determined. Segments are parts of the section with similar general characteristics. Surveying includes site assessment, river valuation and streamside stand valuation. The results of evaluation are register outputs: maps and database. The register serves as a summary of stream-bank vegetation and as the basis of a management proposal.