Select Location of Sample Plots Sample Clauses

Select Location of Sample Plots. Partners develop a basis to distribute sample plots across their adopted acres to ensure geographic dispersion (see considerations noted above) and then randomly select locations of sample plots in an amount corresponding to the minimum required (Table 14-4). For example, a DOT could choose to put a certain number of sample plots in each DOT region. It would then select precise plot locations within each region randomly, prior to field visits. That is, first select the strata (e.g., the adopted acres in a DOT region) and then use a method to select plot locations within each stratum where each location is equally likely to be selected. o With advance planning, Partners can conduct monitoring when other site visits or maintenance checks are scheduled. This allows for efficiencies in monitoring, and engaging and training staff in monarch conservation who may not be aware of the project otherwise. This may require coordination between personnel responsible for implementing the Agreement and individuals conducting work in the field. o Random selection of sample plot locations within adopted acres can include, but is not limited to, GIS random point generation, pre-determined random intervals along a corridor, or another method that allow for selecting plot locations randomly prior to being in the field. The Partner’s approach(es) to random sample plot selection will be described within their implementation plan.