Source: Ambrose, N., G. Ehlert, K. Spicer-Rawe. 2009. Riparian Health Assessment for Lakes, Sloughs, and Wetlands – Field Workbook Second Edition. Modified from Fitch, L., B. W. Adams, and G. Hale, 2001.
Link: LakesandWetlandsRHAWorkbook2020-1.pdf (cowsandfish.org)
This is a non-academic assessment tool used by the BC Wildlife Federation as one way to assess wetland health. I attended the Wetlands Institute, which is a week-long hands-on training offered by the BCWF for students and environmental professionals from various NGOs, government levels, and industries. They recommend using this assessment tool to guide potential restoration planning.
good job overall! summarizing the key points
What do you think are the strengths of the tool? what perhaps are some of its weaknesses?
take a look at how to reference the Fitch etc publication reference