INCREMENTAL COSTS AND PROJECT FINANCING

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1 ANNEX A. INCREMENTAL COSTS AND PROJECT FINANCING BACKGROUND The GEF Incremental Costs analysis requires consideration of the baseline and additional costs associated with achieving domestic and global environmental benefits (see Table 2 in the main text). However, the regional scope of this project presents methodological difficulties in assessing these costs, which are usually assessed in a purely national context. In this case, the benefits resulting from this project may be seen as accruing at the global, regional and national levels. BROAD DEVELOPMENT GOALS The development goal of the project is regional to conserve a network of internationally important wetlands in Asia and the populations of migratory waterbirds and other globally significant wetland biodiversity that depend on these wetlands, using the Siberian Crane as a flagship for wetland conservation. The effective conservation of these wetlands will contribute towards achieving long term socio-economic benefits from the maintenance of ecosystem functions and sustainable use of their natural resources as well as biodiversity conservation benefits. This development goal is reflected in the objectives of the global conventions (Convention on Biological Diversity, Ramsar Convention, World Heritage Convention, etc.), international waterbird conservation agreements and plans (such as the Asia Pacific Migratory Waterbird Conservation Strategy and Africa- Eurasia Waterbird Agreement), and the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species MoU Concerning Conservation of the Siberian Crane, which all four countries have signed. The governments of China, Iran, Kazakhstan and Russia recognize the importance of their countries wetland biodiversity and have made commitments under the abovementioned international conventions and agreements to conserve wetlands of international importance and threatened waterbird species. All four participating countries have completed national biodiversity conservation action plans or strategies, which highlight the importance of the conservation of wetlands and migratory waterbirds. National policy goals, including specific policies on the conservation and management of wetlands, are further described in the Background and Context section of this document. Additional technical and financial assistance, however, is required to strengthen capacity in each of these countries in order to achieve flyway conservation goals, in view of the difficulties being experienced during their current social and economic transitions, and the paucity of international development assistance being provided for wetland and waterbird conservation in this region at present. BASELINE ACTIONS All four participating countries have undertaken measures at the national level to address environmental problems of national importance and have actively supported the relevant A - 1

2 global conservation conventions, as well as regional and bilateral agreements. They participate in regional waterbird flyway conservation agreements such as AEWA and AP MWCS, and have also contributed towards the regional programmes of international NGOs such as BirdLife International, ICF, IUCN, Wetlands International and WWF. The baseline situation for the six-year duration of the project is given below, and summarized by output in the incremental costs table. COMPONENT 1: MEASURES FOR CONSERVATION OF KEY FLYWAY WETLANDS The project sites generally enjoy some level of legal protection under national Protected Areas Systems, however this legal status is often inadequate to meet conservation objectives, does not cover all important habitats around the sites, and capacity for enforcement is often weak or poorly organized. In addition, very few sites have management plans, and those management plans that do exist often focus on development rather than conservation objectives. Limited inter-sectoral cooperation in water resource management, land use planning and coastal zone management remains a major obstacle to integrated river basin and wetland management. In China, the enormous investment in relocation of villages out of floodprone areas since 1998, and restoration of wetlands from land reclaimed for agriculture is a highly significant element of the baseline. Existing capacity for site management is limited throughout the range of project sites. Staff often lack the skills for modern conservation management techniques, in particular in relation to community co-management, conflict resolution and integrated wetland and watershed management. Facilities at the sites are often basic, and there is an urgent need to upgrade office facilities, communications and field equipment and transportation. There is a lack of formalized stakeholder participation in site management, hampering effective integrated management. Owing to this lack of opportunity for participation combined with low conservation awareness levels, local communities rarely have a good understanding of the conservation objectives of nature reserves and how they can contribute. This often alienates conservation management authorities from local communities and can result in high levels of encroachment and illegal activities. While conditions at the project sites vary enormously, some are subject to intense human utilization for agriculture, grazing, fishing and other uses. This is particularly the case in China. The creation of alternative sources of income is needed to reduce pressure on wetland resources in these areas. The current estimated baseline for this component of the project is $85, COMPONENT 2: NATIONAL MEASURES FOR CONSERVATION OF FLYWAY WETLANDS AND MIGRATORY WATERBIRDS The participating countries have sought to strengthen their protected areas systems and capacity for species protection, despite significant constraints in most cases due to A - 2

3 inadequate national budgets for conservation. Legislation and policies require review in order to ensure that the requirements of international conventions and agreements are enshrined in national law and administration, and that there is consistency between different sectoral policies and legislation. There is limited cooperation between national sectoral agencies and a lack of integrated planning processes for regional development, water resources management and coastal zone management. Biodiversity conservation is often ignored or of low priority in such planning processes, and is hampered by a lack of inventory and monitoring data on wetlands and threatened species, although some national and international schemes such as the China Crane Survey and International Waterbird Census are being implemented. The skills base for wetland and waterbird conservation at a national level is limited, and vocational training systems for protected area system staff need to be strengthened. The links between environment agencies and institutions of higher learning are often weak. In addition to the lack of conservation awareness among local communities, other critical stakeholders such as regional planning authorities, national government agency officials, politicians and other decision-makers have a poor awareness of the value of wetlands and their biodiversity. While there is increasingly good scope for public awareness programmes through technological advances, these need to be effectively targeted. The estimated baseline for Component 2 is $1,929,650. COMPONENT 3: INTERNATIONAL MEASURES FOR FLYWAY NETWORK DEVELOPMENT There is a significant gap in terms of coordinated international action to conserve wetlands and waterbirds in Asia. While this is being partially addressed by a number of international NGOs and programmes, these activities are inadequate to address the major and widespread attrition of wetland resources and decline in waterbird populations across the region. There is a serious lack of capacity for international coordination of conservation efforts, limited levels of existing international cooperation, and limited information about migration routes and sites for many species. The existing flyway site networks (e.g., NEACSN) have limited capacity and small number of participating sites. In Central / Western Asia there is no flyway site network at present, although consensus was recently achieved for its development. While extensive literature is available in English on flyway wetland conservation and related technical subjects, very little of this is available in local languages, representing a serious constraint for advancement. The estimated baseline for Component 3 is $2,000,000. GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL OBJECTIVES The wetlands that have been identified as sites for project intervention all meet the Ramsar Convention s criteria for Wetlands of International Importance and many have existing international designations (see Table 1 and datasheets in Annex G). One of the A - 3

4 main global environmental objectives of this project is to ensure the conservation of these specific wetland sites. Through securing the above wetlands and developing wider networks of wetlands along the flyways used by the Siberian Crane and shared with many other species of migratory waterbirds, including at least 32 globally threatened species (see Annex G), the project will contribute towards the conservation of this globally significant biodiversity. ALTERNATIVE This project proposes an alternative approach to address the root causes of the main threats to the biodiversity of the selected flyway wetland sites, with significant cofinancing from the NEAs and other partners. The Alternative will enable an integrated approach towards wetland management, involving the participation of stakeholders. The project will modify the baseline scenario with GEF funding for activities that provide global environmental benefits. This will be complemented by co-financing both for sustainable development activities required to achieve global environmental benefits and for a portion of activities directly resulting in such benefits, notably for strengthening of protected area management and public awareness. At regional level, the project will improve on current inadequate levels of international cooperation by building capacity for the conservation of flyway site networks. While this component of the project is entirely incremental in nature, yielding global environmental benefits, GEF funding inputs will be matched by co-financing from the IEA (ICF), CMS and other sources. The alternative will achieve the following: COMPONENT 1: MEASURES FOR CONSERVATION OF KEY FLYWAY WETLANDS GEF financing will be used to strengthen the management of priority wetland sites. The legal protection of sites as well as enforcement will be improved as necessary (according to existing protection levels and threats), responsibilities for jurisdiction clarified and boundaries demarcated. A participatory approach to site management will be facilitated, through stakeholder involvement in project implementation (see Annex E). Site management plans will be reviewed and updated, or prepared through a consultation process with stakeholders. Survey, monitoring, targeted research and data management activities will support the management plans. GEF funds will also support mechanisms for improved inter-sectoral coordination for site management, and integration with regional planning. Guidelines for sustainable agriculture will be developed to reduce external pressures on certain sites, and monitoring of water quality and hydrology will quantify trends in external threats. Intense pressure from local communities is a serious threat at a number of sites, most notably in China, and the development of alternative livelihood options is a priority. While these will be primarily supported by co-financing, some GEF inputs are necessary to protect global biodiversity, even though these actions will also result in domestic A - 4

5 benefits. Closely linked to this is the need for public awareness measures, including the development of wetland education / information centres at a number of sites. Capacity for effective management of protected areas will be strengthened through the Alternative, using GEF funds for initial costs of training and upgrading equipment and facilities, and co-financing from the NEAs (in most cases) for the increased operational costs (eg salaries) that will require long term support. A strategic approach to training will be adopted (see Annex L). For this component, GEF will provide 30% of the total cost of the increment with donors and in-kind contributions accounting for the remaining portion. COMPONENT 2: NATIONAL MEASURES FOR CONSERVATION OF FLYWAY WETLANDS AND MIGRATORY WATERBIRDS The project Alternative will undertake activities at national level to support the conservation of priority sites, and wider measures for flyway wetlands and migratory waterbirds. These activities will be carefully coordinated with other regional and national GEF projects on wetlands in order to maximize synergies and avoid duplication of activities. They will build on the baseline by enhancing capacity in the NEAs, increasing inter-sectoral cooperation and focusing attention on conservation priorities. Analysis of national legislation, policies, plans and financial commitments during the PDF B phase has revealed that improvements can be made to these instruments in favour of the conservation of wetlands and migratory waterbirds. The Alternative will focus on making improvements where specific weaknesses have been identified. The weak representation of wetland biodiversity interests in regional planning is an important root cause for the loss of wetland resources. The Alternative will promote an integrated approach to wetland management through the participation of conservation agencies in regional planning processes and by strengthening links between relevant agencies. Much of the above will be accomplished with support from NEA co-financing. The Alternative will also aim to provide information on flyway wetland biodiversity for regional land use, water management and coastal zone management plans. The Alternative will strengthen NEA capacity for monitoring of Siberian Cranes and other migratory waterbirds, in support of the countries participation in international conventions and flyway agreements. This will also contribute towards the monitoring framework for assessing the effectiveness of the GEF intervention. The NEAs capacity for international cooperation will also be strengthened with support from GEF funds, including the promotion of priority wetland sites for designation under international conventions, agreements and other conservation networks. The Alternative will seek to identify mechanisms to ensure that the costs of effective protected area management and species conservation can be met through sustainable sources such as national budgets. Options for the generation of income at site level will also be reviewed in the context of site management plans and regulatory frameworks. A - 5

6 Targeted national public awareness measures will be supported by both GEF funds and co-financing to address broader priority regions of wetlands used by the Siberian Crane and other migratory waterbirds (for instance, the Caspian lowlands of northern Iran). National level activities are also required to target central government agencies and other stakeholders in cooperation with other national wetlands projects. For this component, GEF will provide 57% of the total cost of the increment with donors and in-kind contributions accounting for the remaining portion. COMPONENT 3: INTERNATIONAL MEASURES FOR FLYWAY NETWORK DEVELOPMENT The regional component of this project provides global environmental benefits and will be supported by GEF funds to a large extent. The Alternative will strengthen existing frameworks for flyway conservation through capacity building for the NE Asia Crane Site Network in China and Eastern Russia. It will also develop a new coordination centre in Moscow for the Western / Central Asian Flyway (focusing on cranes). This will bring together efforts under the CMS MoU on the Conservation of the Siberian Crane and the Crane Working Group of Eurasia, and contribute towards the developing frameworks of the AEWA and Central Asian Flyway project. The Alternative will support a range of activities under the framework of existing flyway conservation plans. The main focus will be on capacity building activities, that include: international training courses, study tours and exchanges; support for attending international workshops, meetings and conferences; communications equipment for network participants; websites and newsletters; and translation of relevant information into major regional languages. Databases will be established to provide monitoring data and analyses at a regional level. Public awareness events will be supported at network sites in order to encourage stakeholder participation, especially children. The Alternative will address management information gaps through support for targeted research on satellite telemetry, voice printing and ecological studies on endangered waterbird species, focusing on the Siberian Crane. Satellite telemetry will be employed to identify further sites used by the Siberian Cranes during their annual cycle, and to assist groundwork including species protection and ecological studies. The results of the technical studies and lessons learned from implementation of the Alternative will be disseminated at a regional level through various media, international workshops and meetings, so that these can be applied to similar situations elsewhere. For this component, GEF will provide 63% of the total cost of the increment with donors and in-kind contributions accounting for the remaining portion. SCOPE OF ANALYSIS (SYSTEM BOUNDARY) The project will focus on a network of wetland ecosystems in Asia that serve as habitat for the critically endangered Siberian Crane and other migratory waterbirds. The project A - 6

7 covers the flyways used by the Siberian Crane in Western / Central Asia and in East Asia, targeting key wetland sites located in China, Iran, Kazakhstan and Russia (see Figures 1-3 in the main text and Table 1 in Annex G). It does not cover the Central Asian Flyway of the Siberian Crane outside Russia and Kazakhstan where the species is virtually extinct, owing to the intractable nature of the threats to the few remaining birds. The system boundary for the project is defined at regional, national and site levels, based upon an analysis of threats (see Annex D). This analysis identified barriers at regional level that require removal, mainly through the building of capacity for international cooperation and networking. The removal of threats operating on the selected project sites necessitates a wide range of actions at the sites themselves, in their surrounding areas, and at national level. The project takes a systems approach to wetland management, which includes a holistic approach to catchment and buffer zone management. The zone of influence relating to individual sites varies, e.g., Zhalong NNR in China has been undergoing ecological changes due to diversion of its main water supply to a nearby city, while Feredoon Kenar in Iran is mainly affected by heavy exploitation of waterbird populations by local communities. However, as all sites are wetlands, they are vulnerable to external pressures due to pollution and water resource interventions. A second common feature of these wetlands is that good inter-sectoral coordination is required for integrated management. This is a significant barrier to wetland conservation, requiring project intervention at site and national levels. Stakeholder participation also requires active project intervention, largely being a new concept in the region. The project scope therefore covers operational and management activities within the national protected areas systems. The strengthening of the legal, policy, planning and economic frameworks for wetland and waterbird conservation, as well as public awareness needs will also be addressed at national level, to the extent that these are not already being addressed by national GEF projects on wetland conservation. The project has a six year time period. COSTS AND THE INCREMENTAL COST MATRIX The baseline associated with this project is estimated at US$ 89.7 million. The GEF Alternative has been costed at US$ million. The total Project Cost is US$ 23.7 million (including the PDF B budget of US$ 0.6 million), of which US$ 23.1 million is considered incremental to implement the full project. Of this amount, $10 million is requested from GEF ($4.4 million Phase 1, $5.6 million Phase 2). GEF funds have leveraged US$ 13.3 million in co-financing (including the PDF B) for the Alternative strategy. Costs have been estimated for 6 years, the duration of the planned project Alternative, and will be divided into two 3-year phases. These costs are presented in Table 2 in the incremental costs section of the main text, and also summarized below in the incremental costs matrix. A - 7

8 INCREMENTAL COSTS TABLE DEVELOPMENT OF A WETLAND SITE NETWORK FOR THE CONSERVATION OF THE SIBERIAN CRANE AND OTHER MIGRATORY WATERBIRDS IN ASIA Global Benefits Baseline (B) Alternative (A) Increment (A-B) New protected areas are created, existing ones extended and legal protection strengthened for globally significant wetlands Awareness, capacities and management tools are strengthened for improved management of protected areas Threats are addressed through improved national legislation, policies, plans and inter-agency cooperation for wetland conservation Flyway site networks and internationally coordinated conservation measures are enhanced or developed Globally significant wetlands are inadequately protected by national protected area systems Low levels of information, planning, awareness & capacities lead to ineffective protected area management Globally significant biodiversity is lost due to loss of wetland habitat resources & lack of species protection Globally significant migratory waterbird populations are declining due to lack of coordinated flyway conservation measures Increased area of globally significant wetlands included in protected area systems Threats to globally significant wetland biodiversity within protected areas are reduced Globally significant wetland biodiversity is conserved and used sustainably Globally significant migratory waterbird populations stabilize or recover Domestic Benefits Wetland ecosystem services threatened by unsustainable uses and lack of inter-sectoral cooperation Ecotourism potential not realized Consumptive use values from hunting, fishing and wetland product collection exist, but are liable to collapse without effective management Wetland ecosystem services maintained through integrated management of resources Plans for ecotourism are developed and implemented at suitable sites Hunting, fishing and collection of wetland products are controlled in accordance with regulations and carrying capacities Increased flow of long-term benefits from wetland ecosystem services and resource extraction Increased tourism revenues and consumer surplus from domestic tourists Consumptive use values replaced by non-consumptive uses in some cases (eg ecotourism), and exploitation is maintained within limits of sustainability A - 8

9 Baseline (B) Alternative (A) Increment (A-B) Component 1: Conservation of globally significant wetland biodiversity at the project sites Output 1.1 Legal protection & enforcement Output 1.2 Site management plans Output 1.3 Reduction of external threats to sites Output 1.4 Applied field studies for site management Legal protection status of sites is inadequate and does not include some important wetland areas Capacity for enforcement is weak or responsibilities are not well defined ($596,900) Lack of integrated management of wetland protected areas, resulting in degradation of resources and loss of biodiversity Lack of stakeholder participation in site management ($757,700) Lack of inter-sectoral cooperation in land use planning and little consideration of biodiversity conservation Major government programme in China to restore floodplain wetlands in response to flood disasters, especially in Yangtze Valley and Songhua Basin ($80,482,530) Lack of information on wetland functions and values and to support sustainable use of resources ($106,100) Legal protection status of sites is upgraded and protected areas are expanded Capacity for enforcement enhanced and responsibilities clarified ($1,852,040) Site management plans prepared and implemented, based on adequate information Mechanisms put in place for local stakeholder involvement in site management ($1,700,100) Improved inter-sectoral cooperation in land use planning, and monitoring and control of external threats to sites ($81,618,230) Information available on wetland sites and their biodiversity, and specific management issues in support of site management ($1,663,580) Threats to globally significant wetland biodiversity within protected areas are reduced Increased area of globally significant wetlands included in protected area systems Encroachment and illegal activities inside protected areas are curtailed ($1,255,140) Site management is more efficient and clearly directed towards achieving conservation goals Integrated site management achieved through participation of local stakeholders ($942,400) External threats to globally significant wetlands reduced ($1,135,700) Site management decisions are based on adequate information Public information about sites is based on adequate knowledge base ($1,557,480) A - 9

10 Output 1.5 Alternative livelihood projects Output 1.6 Capacity building for site management Output 1.7 Awareness raised among stakeholders Component 1 Subtotal Baseline (B) Alternative (A) Increment (A-B) Alternative livelihood projects implemented at appropriate sites, providing examples for replication elsewhere ($991,280) Human uses of wetland resources are often unsustainable resulting in their loss and degradation. ($174,750) Existing capacity for integrated management of wetland PA s is inadequate, resulting in ineffective management and its consequences ($1,396,750) Lack of awareness of conservation values results in poor support for site conservation efforts ($1,522,110) Capacity for site management increased through additional staff, training and improved facilities and equipment ($5,036,570) Awareness raised among local communities and other stakeholders through education and awareness programmes ($4,627,360) Human pressures on wetland resources reduced in selected areas Selected local communities increase income through projects Basis provided for wider application of successful alternative livelihood projects ($816,513) Achievement of site management plan objectives More effective conservation of wetlands and their biodiversity ($3,639,820) Local support for site management and species conservation is increased Number of transgressions of protected area regulations declines ($3,105,250) $85,036,840 $97,489,160 GEF: $ 3,769,110 Phase 1: $1,329,130 Phase 2: $2,439,980 COFINANCE: $ 8,683,210 TOTAL: $12,452,320 A - 10

11 Baseline (B) Alternative (A) Increment (A-B) Component 2: National measures to strengthen wetland and migratory waterbird conservation Output 2.1 Existing legislation has National legislation strengthened, Conservation of wetlands and Improved specific weaknesses, policies & plans inter-sectoral cooperation in policies and species is more effective as a result of legislation, policies, are not integrated, national budgets do plans is improved, national budget stronger legislation, improved intersectoral cooperation and increased plans & financial not provide adequate resources for resources for conservation increased and mechanisms conservation, and other financial other financial mechanisms are used financial resources mechanisms are not used ($1,390,300) ($368,700) Output 2.2 Biodiversity input to provincial planning Output 2.3 Monitoring prog. on Siberian Cranes & other globally signif. migratory waterbird species Output 2.4 Measures to enhance international cooperation ($1,021,600) Regional planning does not adequately consider biodiversity conservation and is not holistic ($198,600) Species conservation efforts are hindered by lack of systematic data ($30,000) Existing national capacities for international cooperation are weak National efforts to implement international agreements is limited ($315,150) Biodiversity interests included in regional land use, water resource and coastal zone management plans ($973,800) Systematic monitoring programmes developed and implemented ($604,700) National capacity for international cooperation strengthened through additional staff resources, facilities and operational budgets Improved implementation of international agreements by countries, including designation of sites for international networks ($1,167,350) Biodiversity conservation at site and regional level is enhanced through more sensitive regional planning ($775,200) Species conservation measures for globally significant migratory waterbirds are more effective due to improved information base ($574,700) Strengthened national capacity to service commitments under international agreements on biodiversity Implementation of international agreements on biodiversity conservation is improved ($852,200) A - 11

12 Output 2.5 National training programmes Output 2.6 National education & public awareness programmes Component 2 Subtotal: Baseline (B) Alternative (A) Increment (A-B) Training is provided to staff of project sites, selected NEA provincial and national staff and other relevant target groups ($881,600) Skills base for conservation of wetlands and migratory waterbirds is inadequate ($173,000) Lack of awareness of conservation values results in poor support for biodiversity conservation and allows destructive policies and practices to continue ($191,300) Awareness levels of key target groups are raised through specific conservation awareness programmes ($407,000) Skills base for management of project sites enables effective implementation of management plans Skills base for wetland and migratory waterbird conservation enhanced ($708,600) Awareness and support for biodiversity conservation among targeted groups is increased ($215,700) $1,929,650 $5,424,750 GEF: $ 1,736,000 Phase 1: $825,820 Phase 2: $910,180 COFINANCE: $ 1,759,100 TOTAL: $ 3,495,100 A - 12

13 Baseline (B) Alternative (A) Increment (A-B) Component 3: Enhanced international cooperation for the development of wetland site networks Output 3.1 Regional flyway networks developed in Western/Central Asia and Eastern NEACSN lacks capacity for rapid and effective conservation action at key wetland sites There is no existing flyway site network in W/C Asia, hindering Capacity of NEACSN strengthened in China and Eastern Russia Flyway site network established in W/C Asia, including coordination centre More effective conservation of wetlands and migratory waterbirds in China and Eastern Russia through enhanced NEACSN Wetland and migratory Asia, and a coordinated international Increased level of coordination, waterbird conservation enhanced programme of conservation action systematic planning and conservation through new flyway site network regional activities Conservation activities at activities at flyway level established in W/C Asia undertaken within flyway level lack coordination, Increased level of regional International flyway the framework of systematic planning and resources information available to support flyway conservation efforts are more adopted Lack of information at conservation efforts coordinated and effective conservation plans regional level hinders flyway network ($2,557,900) Flyway conservation efforts are for cranes conservation more effective due to improved ($2,000,000) knowledge base Output 3.2 Dissemination of project results Component 3 Subtotal Limited information available on conservation methods, approaches and lessons learned ($0) Results and lessons learned from project are made available to a wide global audience ($50,000) ($557,900) Global efforts for the conservation of wetlands and migratory waterbirds take advantage of the experience gained during this GEF project ($50,000) $2,000,000 $2,607,900 GEF: $ 304,500 Phase 1: $175,000 Phase 2: $129,500 COFINANCE: $ 303,400 TOTAL: $ 607,900 Components Total $88,966,490 $105,521,810 GEF: $ 5,809,610 Phase 1: $2,329,950 Phase 2: $3,479,660 COFINANCE: $10,745,710 TOTAL: $16,555,320 A - 13

14 National Project Management Regional Project Management UNDP Administration $3,000 $3,855,290 GEF: $ 2,376,630 Phase 1: $1,172,060 Phase 2: $1,204,570 COFINANCE: $ 1,475,660 TOTAL: $ 3,852,290 $0 $2,590,500 GEF: $ 1,695,500 Phase 1: $855,000 Phase 2: $840,500 COFINANCE: $ 895,000 TOTAL: $ 2,590,500 $0 $118,260 GEF: $ 118,260 Phase 1: $50,990 Phase 2: $67,270 COFINANCE: $ 0 TOTAL: $ 118,260 PDF B $760,000 $1,328,000 GEF: $ 350,000 COFINANCE: $ 218,000 TOTAL: $ 568,000 GRAND TOTAL $89,729,490 $113,413,860 GEF: $10,350,000 Phase 1: $4,408,000 Phase 2: $5,592,000 COFINANCE: $13,334,370 TOTAL: $23,684,370 A - 14

15 ANNEX B. PROJECT AND NATIONAL LOGICAL FRAMEWORK MATRICES This annex contains the following components: 1. Table B1 proposed changes in extents of protected areas at project sites 2. Project logical framework matrix 3. Project timeline 4. Table B2- Distribution of Main Outputs/Activities by Project Phase 5. National logical framework matrices for each of the four participating countries. The project logical framework matrix provides the planning basis for the overall project, integrating activities at site, national and international levels. Due to the wide variety of conditions at the different project sites and national circumstances, the project logframe is by necessity somewhat generic. As the logframe approach to project planning demands quantitative, impact-oriented indicators, the details are provided in the national logframes where indicators are specified for relevant sites for each output. A quantified baseline is required for the effective use of indicators, and this has posed a problem at national and regional levels (for instance there is a lack of accurate information on the size of many waterbird populations, there is little in the way of comprehensive wetland inventory data, and coordinated monitoring of wetland condition is patchy at best), as well as at site level (baseline information exists on all sites see the datasheets compiled during the PDF B phase, but the quality and quantity of information is greatly variable). In order to get around this problem, the baseline conditions for a number of indicators will have to be established at the start of the project through field surveys at Phase 1 sites, and by the end of Year 3 for Phase 2 sites. These baseline conditions are also required for the preparation of site management plans (for most sites). Site management objectives and prescriptions will be developed based on available information, and progress towards these objectives will be monitored according to parameters established in the management plans. Achievement of objectives will be determined by measuring whether these defined parameters lie within specified limits of acceptable change. Consequently, the project and national logframes make reference to the limits of acceptable change in the site management plans as indicators for certain outputs. This hierarchical planning approach provides appropriate levels of detail at each level and permits a degree of flexibility in determining suitable impact-oriented indicators. The project will be implemented using a phased approach, with a mid term evaluation of outputs from Phase 1. Details of the rationale for this strategy are given in the Section on the Project Brief on Project Components. Plans for Phase 2 will be adjusted based upon the recommendations of the mid term evaluation workshops. According to this approach, priority sites will be addressed during Phase 1 (together with certain national and regional activities), while lower priority sites will be addressed during Phase 2. This is reflected in the timing of indicators in the logframes. B - 15

16 TABLE B1: PROPOSED CHANGES IN EXTENTS OF PROTECTED AREAS AT PROJECT SITES Site Name CHINA Poyang Lake Basin Zhalong Xianghai Momoge Keerqin Protection Status National Nature Reserve Provincial Nature Reserve National Nature Reserve National Nature Reserve National Nature Reserve National Nature Reserve Baseline Area (2001) (ha) Target Area (Year 6) (ha) Change in Area (ha) Change in Area (%) 22,400 60,000 37, % 151, ,592 15,619 10% 210, ,000 50,000 24% 105, , , ,000 50,000 35% 126, ,987 13, % IRAN Fereydoon Protected Area Kenar/Ezbaran/Sorkhe Rud Non Shooting ,500 10, % Area Amirkelayeh/Rud Posht Wildlife Refuge 1,230 1, Non Shooting Area New Area Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta Non Hunting 2,000 2, % Area Protected Area 0 2,000 2,000 New Area KAZAKHSTAN Naurzum State Zapovednik 30,000 32,400 2,400 8% Zharsor-Urkash Seasonal Zakaznik New Area Kulykol Non Hunting 35,000 38,365 3, % Area Tontegir Zhansura Seasonal Zakaznik 0 54,300 54,300 New Area RUSSIAN FEDERATION Kunovat River Basin Federal Zakaznik 150, , Biosphere Nature 150, , , % Reserve (Federal Zakaznik + Nature Park) (Federal Zakaznik) (150, ,000) Konda Alymka Rivers Basin Regional 91, , , % Tyumen-Kurgan Transboundary Wetlands Kytalyk Resource Reservation Zakaznik (3) Federal Zakaznik 178, , Regional 0 200, ,000 New Zakaznik Area Resource 1,607,000 2,107, ,000 31% Reservation (1) B - 16

17 NOTES 2 January 2002 The relative levels of protection afforded by different types of reserve in each country are as follows (in order of decreasing protection status): China: National Nature Reserve > Provincial Nature Reserve > Municipal Nature Reserve > County Nature Reserve. A number of Biosphere Reserves have also been established under the MAB programme. In addition to Nature Reserves, there are also Scenic Spots and Forest Parks. Iran: National Park > National Nature Monument > Wildlife Refuge > Protected Area > Non Hunting Area / Non Shooting Area. A number of Biosphere Reserves have also been established under the MAB programme. In addition, the Forest and Rangeland Organization manages two additional types of protected area Forest Reserves (all human activity forbidden) and Forest Parks (for recreation). Kazakhstan: State Zapovednik > National Park > State Zakaznik > Natural Monument > Local reserves such as Seasonal Hunting Reserves. Water reservoirs also receive government protection. Russian Federation: Federal Zapovednik > National Park > Natural Monument > Federal Zakaznik > Regional Zakaznik. Nature Biosphere Reserves are sites that are included in the International Biosphere Reserve Network and where Global Ecological Monitoring is conducted. In addition, Resource Reservations are regional level nature reserves that include zones with seasonal (May September) prohibition for any human activity and special zones where traditional uses of natural resources are allowed. B - 17

18 PROJECT LOGICAL FRAMEWORK MATRIX DEVELOPMENT OF A WETLAND SITE NETWORK FOR CONSERVATION OF THE SIBERIAN CRANE AND OTHER MIGRATORY WATERBIRDS IN ASIA Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) Development Objective Globally significant wetlands and migratory waterbirds conserved in Asia. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Important Assumptions & Risks 1. The number of globally significant wetlands within the protected area system in the project countries has increased from: China (2001 Baseline = 44) to 100 by Year 6 Iran (2001 Baseline = 30) to 75 by Year 6 Kazakhstan (2001 Baseline = 7) to 18 by Year 6 Russia (2001 Baseline = 187) to 400 by Year Annual trend in estimated size of regional populations of globally significant migratory waterbirds occurring at project sites stable (0% change) or increasing by up to 10% by Year 6, based on 3-year means. See Annex G for list of species and baseline population estimates. 1. Annual reports of protected area departments in project countries. 2. Published waterfowl population estimates by acknowledged authorities. - Other factors affecting population status and trends of Siberian Cranes and other globally significant migratory waterbird species (such as disease, natural catastrophes, hunting between sites, factors at non-project sites, etc.) do not negate positive impacts of targeted site conservation. 3. Annual trend in estimated size of Western & Eastern Siberian Crane populations is stable (0% change) or increasing by up to 10% by Year 6 over Year 1 mean baseline, based on 3-year means. 3. Annual census data for Siberian Cranes on their wintering grounds or selected migratory stopover sites. B -18

19 Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) Immediate Objective Improved ecological integrity and viability of the network of critical wetlands needed by the Siberian Crane, migratory waterbirds and other globally significant wetland biodiversity. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Important Assumptions & Risks 1. Hydrological monitoring in final year of project indicates that conditions at project sites meet minimum requirements for maintaining wetland functions, according to parameters to be specified in the site management plans. Long term monitoring confirms this. Indicative parameters include: water level measurements, surface discharge into wetlands, local precipitation, local evaporation, outflows from the wetland, storage volume. 1. Hydrological monitoring report for each project site. - Land uses in the watersheds of project sites can be controlled in order to maintain their ecological integrity. - National and local governmental support is provided. 2. Monitoring in final year of project indicates that the total areas of wetland habitats at project sites (ha) have not declined beyond baseline determined for site management plans (no net loss). 3. Annual trend in the total number of migratory waterbirds and number of species of migratory waterbirds using the project sites is stable (0% change) or increasing by up to 10% by final year of project, based on 3 year means, against baseline (see site datasheets in Annex G; also necessary to establish baseline at certain sites). 4. Status of selected wetland indicator species to be identified in site management plans remain within specified limits of acceptable change for each site by Year Monitoring report on area of wetland habitats for each project site. 3. Monthly waterbird monitoring data from project sites based on migration patterns. 4. Biological inventories and monitoring at project sites. - Qualified staff are hired and trained to conduct monitoring. - Periodicity of natural water cycles prevents accurate assessment of project impact (eg due to drought effects) in the short term. - Adequate monitoring data are available on taxa other than birds. B -19

20 Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) Project Outputs 1. Site-level Outputs 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of biodiversity at selected project sites developed and implemented. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Important Assumptions & Risks 1. Increase in wetland area under more secure and enhanced levels of legal protection at project sites by Year 6 over 2001 baseline (see Table 1 in this annex for details). 2. % increase in annual number of prosecutions for offences of nature protection legislation at project sites over baseline by Year 6 (%age increase and baseline to be established in Years 1 & 3 for Phase 1 and 2 sites respectively). 3. % reduction in annual number of waterbirds illegally killed at project sites over baseline by Year 6 (% reduction and baseline to be established in Years 1 & 3 for Phase 1 and 2 sites respectively). 1. Management plans are approved and published for each selected site by end of Year 3 or 6 for Phase 1 and 2 sites respectively. Implementation of management plans commences by end of Year 3 or 6 for Phase 1 and 2 sites respectively.. 2. Site Management Committees including local stakeholders have been established and meet at least twice each year to provide input to site management by end of Year 3 or 6 for Phase 1 and 2 sites respectively. 1. Official notification of legal gazettement of protected areas or change in legal status of protected areas. 2. Official publication of court proceedings, police reports, annual reports of National Executing Agencies. 1. Official approval and publication of management plans for all sites. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. 2. Reports of Site Management Committee meetings. 3. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. - Users of the areas concerned are made aware of legislation in force and the penalties. - The birds find the additional areas of protected habitat suitable and safe. - Political and economic stability permit departmental responsibilities to be met in full. - Local stakeholders support goals of project and participate in process. 3. Annual budgets for site management meet requirements of management plans by end of Year Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. 4. Annual assessments indicate that measurable progress towards site management plan objectives has been achieved at Phase 1 project sites by end of Year 4 and sustained in subsequent years. Although the site management objectives will be specific to each site, objectives will include: maintenance of optimum hydroregime conditions; maintenance of optimum water quality; maintenance of areal B -20

21 Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) 1.3 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of applied field studies. extent and ecological integrity of wetland habitats; zonation and control of land uses; conservation of globally significant species; control of exotic species; involvement of local people, promotion of scientific research and educational uses of the site; etc. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Important Assumptions & 1. Progress is made towards specific site management plan objectives by Year 6 based on application of field study results (see national logframes for details). 1. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. Risks - Trained staff or expert collaborators are available to conduct applied field studies. 1.4 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around selected project sites. 1. Alternative livelihood projects implemented in context of site management plans reduce human exploitation pressures on natural resources by Year 6 (see site management plans for targets). 2. Average annual per capita income is increased by X% over baseline (percentage increase and baseline to be established for each community project by Year 2 or 4 for Phase 1 and 2 sites respectively) for participants of alternative livelihood projects by Year Average annual per capita in-come for participants of alternative livelihood projects is in-increased by X% over that of control group of non-participants from same communities by Year Project reports, annual reviews of management plan implementation by site management authorities. 2. Project reports. 3. Project reports. - Sustainable and economically viable, alternative livelihood options exist. - Local communities are interested in pursuing alternatives. - Political support exists for alternatives. 1.5 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. 1. Full quota of staff required for implementation of management plans (as specified in the plans) employed at all selected project sites by Year Staff development system established for Phase 1 project sites by Year 3 and for Phase 2 sites by Year 6 (including annual appraisals in relation to TOR and workplans) % of targeted number of site management staff completed training courses planned under the project (see national training strategies). 1. Annual reports of site management authorities; project reports. 2. Annual reports of site management authorities; project reports. 3. Project reports. - Staff are not rotated to other sites or offices on a regular basis. - Trained staff are not immediately promoted to new positions which are of little relevance to the project goal. - Staff are interested in B -21

22 4. Annual assessments indicate that measurable progress towards site management plan objectives (see output 1.2) has been achieved at Phase 1 project sites by end of Year 4 and sustained in subsequent years. 4. Annual reports of site management authorities; project reports. receiving and utilizing training. B -22

23 Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) 1.6 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Important Assumptions & Risks 1. Surveys of awareness levels of identified stakeholder 1. Reports on results of - Trained staff are in place groups in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal increase in awareness awareness surveys in Year 1 to conduct awareness of wetland biodiversity values. and Year 6. activities. 2. National-level Outputs 2.1 Improvements made to national and sectoral legislation, policies, plans, and financial mechanisms in support of the conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity. 1. Revisions made to policies, programmes, plans & financial mechanisms are officially published (see national logframes for specific indicators). - Local schools and communities support awareness activities. 1. Official publications. - National governments willing to implement needed changes to legislation, policies, or plans needed to conserve migratory waterbirds. - National governments willing to provide financial commitments for this purpose. - Institutional stability of relevant government agencies. 2.2 Wetland biodiversity input to provincial land use planning, water resource management and coastal zone management through baseline surveys, monitoring and improved intersectoral cooperation. 1. Representation of conservation agencies on committees for provincial land use planning, water resource management and coastal zone management by end of Year Land use, water resource & coastal zone management plans include specific policies relating to conservation of wetland biodiversity. 1. Minutes of committee meetings. 2. Land use, water resource & coastal zone management plans. - Inter-sectoral cooperation is supported. - National and provincial government agencies cooperate effectively. B -23

24 Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) 2.3 Monitoring programme implemented on distribution and movements of Siberian Crane and other globally significant migratory waterbird species. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Important Assumptions & Risks 1. Data on numbers of Siberian Cranes and other globally 1. Annual monitoring reports. - Trained staff present at significant migratory waterbirds recorded at the same sites at appropriate time to sites in each country reported annually. count birds. 2. Data on sites used by Siberian Cranes recorded in each country reported annually. 2. Annual monitoring reports. - Database and records effectively managed. 3. Contact is established between sites within and between countries during migration of Siberian Cranes to track movements. 3. Project records, flyway coordination group reports. - Effective communication system in place for site network representatives. 4. Information collected by the monitoring programme is shared with the International Waterbird Census, Asian Waterbird Census, waterbird specialist group coordinators and other relevant experts. 4. Project records. 2.4 Measures undertaken at national level to enhance international cooperation. 1. Designation of at least 4 globally significant flyway wetlands as Ramsar Sites and 20 as flyway network sites by Year All 4 project countries complete process for accession to CMS, and Kazakhstan completes accession to Ramsar Convention by Year Official notification of international designations for Ramsar sites and flyway network sites. 2. Instruments of accession to CMS and Ramsar Convention. - Sites meet criteria for international designation for biodiversity. - National government will provide official support for designation. 3. Increase in number of staff responsible for implementation of international agreements. 3. Project reports and annual reports for responsible agencies. - National governments will provide needed staff and resources to implement international agreements. B -24

25 Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) 2.5 Training programme implemented to enhance national capacity for wetland and waterbird management. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Important Assumptions & Risks 1. 80% of targeted number of participants completed training 1. Project reports. - Staff are not rotated to courses planned under the project (see national training other sites or offices on a strategies). regular basis. 2. Post-evaluation of training courses by participants is favourable, and they identify at least 3 practical applications of this new knowledge to their daily work. 3. Weaknesses in capacity relating to skills that are identified in detailed training needs assessments in Year 1 have been addressed by Year 6 (see training strategy annex for preliminary assessments). 2. Evaluation forms completed by training participants (project reports). 3. Project reports. - Trained staff are not immediately promoted to new positions which are of little relevance to the project goal. - Staff are interested in receiving and utilizing training. 2.6 Environmental education and public awareness measures undertaken at national level. 1. Surveys of awareness levels of selected target groups (to be identified) in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values. 1. Reports on results of awareness surveys in Year 1 and Year 6. - Effective cooperation with relevant agencies involved in education and communications. 3. International-level Outputs 3.1 Regional flyway networks developed in Western/Central Asia and Eastern Asia, and a programme of regional activities undertaken within the framework of adopted conservation plans for cranes sites participating in flyway network activities by Year 6 (see also 2.4) sites actively participating in twinning programme by Year participants of flyway network visit network sites in other flyway countries each year from Year Regional databases on network sites, migratory crane species, experts and projects operational by Year Conservation status assessments published for migratory crane species using these flyways by Year Annual reports of Crane Working Group, national reports to biennial CMS MoU meetings, project progress reports. - National governments support activities of North East Asian Crane Site Network. - Host organizations for flyway coordination centres are institutionally stable. - Western flyway countries cooperate effectively to establish flyway level coordination. B -25

26 Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) 3.2 Results of project disseminated for the benefit of the global conservation community. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Important Assumptions & Risks 1. At least 20 papers describing project results published in 1. Scientific journals and scientific journals and conference and workshop proceedings international conference & by end of Year 6. workshop proceedings. 2. Project results presented on ICF and flyway websites (linked to Wetlands International, BirdLife International, Ramsar Convention & CMS websites) as well as newsletters, technical reports. 3. Over 100 articles published on project results in national and international media by end of Year % increase over Year 1 baseline in the number of references to the project in international publications such as The Bugle (ICF Newsletter), Wetlands (WI Newsletter), CMS Bulletin, the Ramsar Newsletter, Bird Conservation International, Oryx, NE Asia Crane Site Network Newsletter, WWF Arctic Bulletin, as well as national publications such as China Crane News, Bulletin of the Crane Working Group of Eurasia, etc. 2. ICF and flyway websites and newsletters, technical reports. 3. Media reports. 4. Newsletters and journals dealing with conservation of wetlands and waterbirds in Asia. - National governments permit free flow of information on results of project. - Scientific journals accept papers for publication. - National and international media find project results of interest and accept for publication % increase over Year 1 baseline in the numbers of requests for technical assistance, information about the project, results, exchange of ideas, etc., received by project coordination staff. 5. Project reports. B -26

27 PROJECT TIMELINE COMPONENTS & OUTPUTS PROJECT YEAR, CALENDAR YEAR AND QUARTER P. Appraisal Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 P. Appraisal Phase 1 Phase Component 1: Conservation of Biodiversity at Project Sites 1.1 Legal protection measures 1.2 Site management plans 1.3 Reduce external threats to sites 1.4 Applied field studies for site mgt 1.5 Alternative livelihood projects 1.6 Capacity building for site mgt 1.7 Education & public awareness Component 2: National Measures to Strengthen Wetland & Migratory Waterbird Conservation 2.1 Improve legislation, policies & plans 2.2 Biodiversity input to province plans 2.3 Monitor migratory waterbirds 2.4 Enhance international cooperation 2.5 National training 2.6 National education & awareness Component 3: Enhanced International Cooperation for Development of Wetland Site Networks 3.1 Regional flyway network programs 3.2 Disseminate project results Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation National Inception workshops X National Mid-term workshops X National Project Completion wkshps X Project Steering Committee Mtgs X X X X X X CMS MoU Mtgs (approx. timing) X X X ICF Annual Evaluations X X X X X X X UNEP Project Evaluations X X Key: Intensive activity; Low intensity / operational activity; X Event B -27

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29 Table B2. Distribution of Main Outputs/Activities by Project Phase Interventions at individual sites will begin with staff training, management planning, and applied research (on aspects of waterbirds and wetlands that fill knowledge gaps with information essential to site management). These initial activities will guide the design of community involvement pilot activities (at the highest priority sites only in Phase 1), which will generally extend through both phases. Public education and dissemination of results will be emphasized late in the site interventions, as these efforts will depend on results and lessons of project activities. Detailed indicators for project activities are given in the project and national logframes in Annex B, and a detailed list of activities is given in Annex B1. The indicators in the logframes provide benchmarks for the assessment of project progress that must be successfully completed to progress to consecutive activities. Output / Activity Phase 1 Phase 2 OUTPUT 1 - Site Actions China Poyang Lake Basin Zhalong NNR Xianghai NNR Momoge NNR Full intervention during both phases. Phase 1 emphasis on targeted wetland/waterbirds research, management planning and community involvement activities, including initiation of community participation pilot projects related to restoration of farmland to wetland and ecotourism; develop environmental education plan. Full intervention during both phases. Phase 1 emphasis on establishment of hydrology monitoring program, management planning with emphasis on community participation and water management; arrange delivery of more water to the nature reserve; initiate waterbird and reed studies and a pilot project involving comanagement of the local communities with reed management/production. Full intervention during both phases. Phase 1 emphasis on studies of waterbirds, wetlands, and resource use by local communities; management planning, particularly for water resources (in cooperation with Keerqin) and community participation; initiate pilot community development project, based on research in Phase 1; investigate methods for mitigation of reduced water inflows to nature reserve. Extension of boundaries to include wetlands important to Siberian Cranes. B -29 Full intervention during both phases. Phase 2 emphasis on expansion of wetland/waterbird protection activities through larger parts of the lake basin, including establishment of new nature reserve areas; continue community involvement activities related to wetland restoration and ecotourism; public education and dissemination of project results. Full intervention during both phases. Phase 2 emphasis on continued hydrology monitoring and waterbird/reed studies, community reed management project; develop ecotourism plan; conduct ecotourism and public education activities. Full intervention during both phases. Phase 2 emphasis on continued research activities, and implementation of pilot community development project; development of ecotourism plan, and implementation of select ecotourism activities; public education and dissemination of project results. Phase 2 will include management planning, baseline studies of waterbirds and wetlands, and public education activities.

30 Keerqin NNR Iran Fereydoon Kenar damgahs Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta Kazakhstan Naurzum Lakes Zharsor-Urkash No GEF funded activities, but reserve staff will participate in water co-management plan prepared with Xianghai. Full implementation in both phases. Phase 1 activities will focus on site protection and demarcation as well as training & capacity building. Applied research and community consultations will support development of a site management plan and monitoring. A site awareness strategy will be developed. No activity in Phase 1 except for boundary demarcation & routine site protection supported by community consultations. Limited activity in Phase 1 focusing on boundary demarcation and site protection, and some training in protected area management. Full intervention both phases. Phase 1 emphasis to expand legal protection to include Kulagol Lake, demarcate boundaries, develop management plan, initiate priority research, train site staff, and office and research equipment. Establish non-shooting zone; management plan; applied research on agricultural pollution, grazing, water quality, and waterbird use; socio-economic study; alternative livelihood development; training in site management and monitoring techniques; and capacity building. B January 2002 Phase 2 will include management planning and water resource management, including ecotourism plan together with Xianghai Nature Reserve, baseline studies of wildlife and wetlands, and public education activities. Full implementation in both phases. In Phase 2, the headquarters complex and visitor centre facilities will be constructed. There will be an emphasis on education & awareness activities, as well as implementation of the management plan including community participation & monitoring programme. Ecotourism guidelines will be developed and implemented. Small intervention in Phase 2 will focus on capacity building for education and awareness activities, as well as monitoring waterbirds and water quality. Full intervention in Phase 2 focusing on capacity building, training in monitoring, establishment of a guard station and environmental monitoring/education centre, applied research on grazing in support of participatory management plan development. Education & awareness programme planning & implementation. Full intervention both Phases. Phase 2 emphasis to implement management plan with community participation, apply and continue research, education and awareness activities and equipment, alternative livelihood activities. No GEF funded activities. Kulykol No GEF funded activities. Expand size of protected area; demarcate boundaries; management plan; NGO

31 development; community consultation; buffer zone management; applied research on grazing and pollution; socioeconomic study; alternative livelihood development; capacity, building; and education and awareness. Tontegir-Zhansura No GEF funded activities. Establish seasonal Zakaznik, demarcate boundaries; management plan; NGO development; community consultation; buffer zone management; applied research on grazing and pollution; socioeconomic study; alternative livelihood development; capacity, building; and education and awareness. Russian Federation Kunovat River Basin Konda-Alymka Rivers Basin Tyumen-Kurgan Transboundary Wetlands Full intervention during both phases. Phase 1 emphasis to upgrade federal Zakaznik regulations; increase protected area by 266% by establishing regional Nature Park; train staff in protected area management, monitoring, and participatory management; develop management plan; design and initiate monitoring programme for waterbirds and disturbance impacts. Secure legal protection and agreements; organize new regional Zakaznik and expand protected area by 109%; close area to exploratory oil drilling and enforce regulations in buffer zone; restrict human activities and disturbance during sensitive breeding period for waterbirds; develop and implement management plan with community participation; conduct applied research on waterbirds and satellite telemetry; and capacity building (including training for reserve staff). No GEF funded activities. B -31 Training of reserve staff; conduct feasibility study on ecotourism and other alternative livelihoods; optimize traditional use of nature by indigenous Khanty people; and education and awareness activities. Limited education activities. Strengthen Belozersky Zakaznik level protection; establish additional protected area Chernoye Ozero ; capacity building and training for site staff; develop and implement management plan with strong community participation; enforce laws for agricultural pollution, hunting, and fishing; applied research on waterbirds, satellite telemetry, and lure crops to mitigate crop damage; and public education and awareness. 2 January 2002

32 Kytalyk Resource Reservation OUTPUT 2 - National Actions 2.1 Improved legislation, policies, plans & budgets 2.2 Biodiversity input to provincial planning 2.3 Monitoring programme on Siberian Cranes & other waterbirds 2.4 Measures to enhance international cooperation 2.5 Training programme to enhance national capacity 2.6 National education & public awareness measures Full intervention during both phases. Phase 1 emphasis to expand legally protection area by 31%; capacity building and training for site staff; applied field studies in support of site management and flyway conservation; develop management plan with strong participation of native communities; design and initiate monitoring programme; and design alternative livelihoods projects. Majority of activities in Phase 1: review and amendment of national legislation, policies & plans; adjustment of budgets in favour of protected area management and flyway conservation measures. Activities in relation to Phase 1 sites, non site-specific activities, including: establishment of inter-agency mechanisms for river basin management; regional GIS wetland biodiversity studies. Full implementation during both phases: design & establishment of national monitoring programmes in Phase 1; collect baseline data, and fill key knowledge gaps; support from satellite telemetry studies; data shared with IWC & other bird censuses. Full implementation during both phases, but all capacity building activities in Phase 1. Promote participation in Ramsar and CMS; participate in Northeast Asia Crane Site Network; support establishment of West/Central Asia Crane Site Network under this GEF project and CMS. Majority of national training activities in Phase 1 (see training strategy in Annex L). National training activities will address national, provincial and local staff. Local staff training supplements that specified under the sites. Limited national awareness measures in Phase 1, focusing on priority issues (see awareness strategy in Annex K). Preparation of national awareness strategies & collection of baseline information. B January 2002 Phase 2 emphasis on capacity building and training; implement alternative livelihood projects including ecotourism and native craft/natural products; education and awareness programme; and continue applied research. Continuation of activities as required many of these issues involve protracted government procedures. Activities in relation to Phase 2 sites, building on Phase 1 experiences and lessons. Full implementation during both phases, apply results of Phase 1 to site and national level management in Phase 2; also full implementation of monitoring and analysis and publication of results. Full implementation during both phases. Legally list additional sites in site networks; participate in Northeast Asia Crane Site Network and West/Central Asia Crane Site Network. Lower level training activities, fill gaps identified in evaluation of Phase 1. Majority of national awareness measures will be implemented in Phase 2. OUTPUT 3 - Regional Actions 3.1 Regional flyway Major emphasis on development of Consolidation and extension of

33 network programmes developed 3.2 Project results disseminated flyway site networks in Phase 1, development of coordination centres, capacity building activities. Targeted research to better define Phase 2 flyway activities. Dissemination of results during implementation of Phase 1 activities, dissemination of completed Phase 1 outputs. 2 January 2002 flyway site networks, operational network activities Dissemination of additional Phase 1 outputs; dissemination of results during implementation of Phase 2 activities; dissemination of complete project results (Phases 1 and 2); majority of results to be disseminated in latter stages of Phase 2. B -33

34 NATIONAL LOGICAL FRAMEWORK MATRIX CONSERVATION OF CRITICAL FLYWAY WETLANDS FOR THE SIBERIAN CRANE AND OTHER MIGRATORY WATERBIRDS IN ASIA COUNTRY: PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) Development Objective Globally significant wetlands and migratory waterbirds conserved in Asia. Immediate Objective Improved ecological integrity and viability of the network of critical wetlands needed by the Siberian Crane, migratory waterbirds and other globally significant wetland biodiversity. Project Outputs 1. Site-level Outputs 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Impor See Project Logframe. See Project Logframe. See Proj See Project Logframe. See Project Logframe. See Proj All Project Sites: 1. Baseline information on illegal poaching of waterbirds established in year 2, and numbers of waterbirds killed reduced by 20% at end of year 4, and by 50% at end of year 6 for Phase 1 sites; 20% reduction by end of Year 6 for Phase 2 sites. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Police Station upgraded into Sub Bureau for Poyang Lake NNR in year Nature Reserve Management Regulations published for Poyang Lake NNR. All Project Sites: 1. Survey reports of the poaching of waterbirds. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Ratified documents from departments at relevant levels. 2. Official publication of regulations. - Local e are rema - Withou political - Organi enough to - Strong impleme governm 3. Migratory Waterbirds Protection Regulations published for Poyang Lake Basin in year Wetland Protection and Management Regulations published for Poyang Lake Basin in year Two new Nature Reserves set up for Poyang Lake Basin by end of year 6.(Min.15,1973 ha). 6. County level Protection Stations increased from two to eight for Poyang Lake Basin by Year 6. Zhalong NNR: 1. Nature Reserve Management Regulation established by Heilongjiang Legal Affairs Bureau in Year Responsibilities of police and reserve patrolling staff established by the Reserve in Year 1. Xianghai NNR: 1. Nature Reserve Management Regulation improved in Year 3 by Jilin Legal Affairs Bureau. 2. The Police Station has been promoted as Public Security Sub-Bureau in Year 2; B Official publication of regulations. 4. Official publication of regulations. 5. Official notification of legal departments of new protected areas. 6. Ratified documents from departments at relevant levels. Zhalong NNR: 1. Ratified documents from related authorized agencies and official publication of Plan. 2. Official publications of Responsibilities. Xianghai NNR: 1. Ratified document from Provincial People s Congress and official publication of Regulation. 2. Ratified document from staff department of local government.

35 staff of policemen increased from 4 to January Protection Stations increased from the existing 4 to 6 and the reserve patrolling staff increased from the current 3 to 9 by Year Ratified document from relevant department. Momoge NNR: 1. Three Protection Stations established from Years 4-6: (Halata PS: to protect Siberian Crane and Great Bustard; Haernao PS: to protect Red-Crowned Crane; and Hujiawopeng PS: to protect Oriental White Storks.) Momoge NNR: 1. Ratified document from relevant department. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of biodiversity at selected project sites developed and implemented. All Project Sites: 1. Site management plans prepared or revised and approved by SFA by end of Year 3 for Phase 1 sites; Year 5 for Phase 2 sites. 2. Site Management Committees (stakeholder co-management committees) established and hold meeting at least twice per year by end of Year 3 for Phase 1 sites; Year 6 for Phase 2 sites. All Project Sites: 1. Official publication of site management plans and formal agreements. 2. Ratified documents for establishment of site management committees, annual site management reports, reports on committee meetings. - Stakeh involved participa and appl - Enoug support f these pla 3. Annual assessments indicate that measurable progress towards site management plan objectives has been achieved by end of Year 4 and sustained in subsequent years for Phase 1 sites. 3. Annual site management authority reports. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Poyang Lake NNR Master Plan approved by Year 4. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Official Publication of the Master Plan. 2. Community co-management committee established for key sites at Poyang Lake Basin and meet at least twice per year by Year Ratified document for the establishment of the co-management committees. 3. Baseline information on globally significant wetland biodiversity established for the whole Poyang Lake basin by Year Survey reports of the biodiversity status of Poyang Lake. 4. Community development pilot projects, using the experience of WWF Yangtze Project, in association with the wetland restoration project (to restore farmland to wetland) completed by Year Plans, ratified documents from relevant governmental departments at all levels. Zhalong NNR 1. Zhalong Water Management Plan established by Qiqihar Environment Conservation Bureau, Qiqihar Water Resource Bureau and the Reserve in Year 2. Zhalong NNR 1. Official publication and ratified document from departments at all levels. 2. Existing eco-tourism plan is revised and expanded by end of Year Official publication of the expanded eco-tourism plan. 3. Wetland Restoration Programme completed for ha by Year The Proposal, ratified document, project reports. 4. State Highway 301 Ecological Mitigation Project successfully completed by Year The Report of Project Plan and acceptance certification. B -35

36 5. Water levels on both sides of the highway will be the same by Year Annual water level monitoring reports by site management authority. Xianghai NNR: 1. Xianghai and Keerqin water co-management plan established in Year 3. Xianghai NNR: 1. Ratified document from relevant agencies, signed agreement by the two Reserves, and the formal document for water co-management plan. 2. Xianghai eco-tourism development plan established and put into operation by end of Year 4 2. Official publication of the ecotourism management. 3. Less than 10% of the 19,000 ha elm forest within the Reserve is affected by pest infestation by Year 6 as a result of integrated pest management control. 3. Project Plan and Monitoring reports. 4. All relevant areas of the Reserve have been subjected to measures for the control of desertification and salinization under a Provincial programme by Year Project Plan and ratified documents from relevant agencies. 5. Human pressure on the natural resources in the reserve as a result of livestock grazing, grass-cutting and cultivation is stabilized or decreased by Year 6 from baseline established in Year Reports of the site management authority, project reports. Keerqin NNR: 1. Water resource co-management plan developed together with Xianghai Reserve by Year 3. Keerqin NNR: 1. Ratified document from relevant agencies, signed agreement by the two Reserves, and the formal document for water co-management plan. 1.3 External threats to sites reduced through offsite activities. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Area of wetland in Poyang Lake Basin against Year 2 baseline remains stable or increases by Year 6 after the conversion program from polders to wetlands has been completed. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Plans, ratified documents from relevant governmental departments at all levels. - Agenc involved Projects support p 2. Water levels at identified key lakes lie within limits of acceptable change according to management plan from Year 3 to Year Reports and Maps produced by SFA, project reports. 3. Water quality at identified key lakes lies within limits of acceptable change according to management plan from Year 3 to Year Reports produced by SFA, project reports. 4. Populations of cranes and other large waterbirds within Poyang Lake Basin stable or increased by Year Reports produced by SFA, project reports. Zhalong NNR: 1. Establishment of a formal Agreement by the Heilongjiang Provincial Government for the guaranteed supply of a minimum quantity of water (to be determined by end of Year 1) to Zhalong NNR from Zhalong NNR: 1. The Proposal, ratified document and acceptance certification. B -36

37 Dongsheng Reservoir by Year 2. 2 January Water supply to Zhalong stable or above minimum quantity; seasonal targets identified in water management plan for the site by Year 2 and sustained in subsequent years. 2. Annual water level monitoring reports by site management authority. Xianghai NNR: 1. Water supply to Xianghai is stable or increased by Year 4 over baseline to be established in Year 2. Xianghai NNR: 1. Annual reports of site management authority. Keerqin NNR: 1. Water supply to Keerqin is stable or increased by Year 6 over baseline to be established in Year 4. Keerqin NNR: 1. Annual reports of site management authority. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of applied field studies. All Project Sites: 1. Distribution and abundance of waterbirds at each project site determined by monitoring programme of aerial and ground surveys in Years 1 5. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Ecological study on the relationships between water levels, waterbird food plants and waterbird distribution completed for Poyang Lake Basin by Year 6. All Project Sites: 1. Project reports, published papers on waterbird monitoring results. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Publication of papers and final reports on results of applied field studies. - Suitab located t studies. - Coope research 2. Distribution of principal wetland habitats, wetland biodiversity values, land use and related parameters mapped for whole Poyang Lake Basin using GIS by Year GIS maps of Poyang Lake Basin. Zhalong NNR: 1. Management practices for reed harvesting determined based on results of applied study on the relationships between reed harvesting and crane roosting and breeding behaviour conducted from Years 1 3. Zhalong NNR: 1. Project reports, papers published on results of applied studies. 2. Water supply requirements and mechanism established for Zhalong wetland determined by study in Years Project reports, papers published on results of applied studies. Xianghai NNR: 1. Ecological study on the relationships between water levels, waterbird food plants and waterbird distribution completed by Year 5. Xianghai NNR: 1. Project reports, published papers on results of the study. 2. Water supply requirements and management options determined, including consideration of diversion channel from Huolin River to Xianghai Reservoir by Year Project reports. Momoge NNR: 1. Baseline established on natural resources by Year 5, including assessment of globally significant biodiversity (habitats, species) and socio-economic uses of natural resources. Momoge NNR: 1. Official publication of baseline survey results, project reports. B -37

38 2. Changes in distribution and extent of wetland habitats and water quality monitored annually in Years 5-6, with particular reference to oil field operations. 2 January Annual reports of the monitoring programme. 3. Environmental assessment of oilfield operations, and recommendations for oil pollution prevention and control measures completed by Year Technical report on environmental assessment of oilfield operations and pollution prevention and control measures at Momoge. Keerqin NNR: 1. Baseline established on wildlife, vegetation and hydrological conditions by Year 5. Keerqin NNR: 1. Official publication of baseline survey results. 2. Changes in distribution, extent and quality of wetland habitats and water quality, with particular reference to grazing and agricultural practices monitored annually in Years Report of the monitoring programme. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around selected project sites. For PLB, Zhalong and Xianghai: 1. Levels of conservation awareness of local communities involved in alternative livelihood projects increases from baseline (to be established by Year 2) to Year 6 (based on results of a second survey). For PLB, Zhalong and Xianghai 1. Project survey reports. - Local c agencies - Local c agencies impleme 2. Average annual income of participants in sustainable livelihood activities increases by x% over baseline by Year 6 (baseline and % increase to be determined in Year 2). Sitespecific activities include fishing and ecotourism, as part of programme for restoration of wetlands from two former polders at PLB; ecotourism pilot projects elsewhere at PLB; reed aquaculture, production and activities at Zhalong; and ecological agriculture pilot project at Xianghai. 2. Project survey reports. 3. Average annual per capita income for participants of alternative livelihood projects is increased by X% over that of control group of non participants from same communities by Year Project survey reports. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. All Project Sites: 1. Full quota of staff (between X and Y) required for implementation of management plan (as specified in the plan) employed at project sites by Year 6. All Project Sites: 1. Site management authority annual reports, project reports. 2. At least 80% of targeted number of site management staff completed training courses planned under the project by Year 6 (see national training strategy). 2. Copies of official Certificates for trainees. 3. New infrastructure, instruments and equipment constructed and purchased according to project budget by Year List of infrastructures, instruments and equipment for each site, project reports. 4. Annual assessments indicate that measurable progress towards site management plan objectives (see output 4. Annual reports of the site management authorities. B -38

39 1.2) has been achieved at PLB by end of Year 4 and sustained in subsequent years. 2 January At least 2 staff are working with outside experts at each site to implement water and waterbird monitoring by Year 2, and effectively carrying out such monitoring independently by Year 5 for Phase 1 sites; Years 5 & 6 respectively for Phase 2 sites. 5. Annual reports of the site management authorities. 6. At least 2 staff are actively engaged in Participatory Rural Appraisal and community participation work at each site by Year 3, and working effectively with local people on socio-economic activities by Year 5 for Phase 1 sites. 6. External evaluations based on interviews with villagers. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Advisory group to Poyang Lake Basin Management Committee established and meeting at least once each year by Year 2. Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Membership list of specialists in the advisory group, and agreed TOR for the group. Zhalong NNR: 1. Eco-tourism infrastructure constructed for the new eco-tourism plan by Year 6. Zhalong NNR: 1. Project reports and photographs of infrastructures constructed for ecotourism. 2. Staff leading public programmes for tourists are familiar with key conservation issues at site and present these issues in all public presentations by Year Project reports, feedback from tourists. Xianghai NNR: 1. Advisory group established in Year 2. Xianghai NNR: 1. Namelist of specialists in the advisory group, and agreement of responsibilities of the group. 2. Eco-tourism infrastructure constructed for the new eco-tourism plan by Year Project reports and photographs of infrastructures constructed for ecotourism. 3. Staff leading public programmes for tourists are familiar with key conservation issues at site and present these issues in all public presentations by Year Project reports, feedback from tourists. 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. All Project Sites: 1. Surveys of awareness levels of identified stakeholder groups in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values for Phase 1 sites. All Project Sites: 1. Reports on results of awareness surveys in Year 1 and Year 6. - Trained educatio - Local support a 2. Education and Public Awareness (EPA) Plans for Phase 1 project sites completed by Year 3; Year 4 for Phase 2 sites. 2. Official publication of the education plan. 3. Number of education books and materials published and distributed according to the EPA Plans by Year Published books and materials, project reports. 4. Number of education and public awareness activities undertaken according to the EPA Plans by Year 6 (including workshops with local communities, winter camps, educating the local schools for PLB; 4. Project reports and photographs of the activities. B -39

40 youth summer camps and bird-watching activities, and activities aimed at students of primary and middle schools for Zhalong; holding bird loving week, wetland day, environment day, summer camping, etc. for local students for Xianghai; public education activities for the primary and middle schools of the oil field at Momoge; public education in the primary and middle schools of the reserve for Keerqin). Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Wetland Public Education Center in Nanchang constructed and receiving over 25,000 visitors per year by Year 6. Zhalong NNR: 1. Existing public education and information center improved by erecting interpretative displays and associated activities specified in EPA Plan, and receiving 25,000 visitors/year by Year Revised and expanded eco-tourism development plan published by Year 4 and implemented by Year Number of public education staff increased from one (2001 baseline) to three by Year 4. Xianghai NNR: 1. Revised and expanded eco-tourism development plan published by Year 4 and implemented by Year 6. Momoge NNR: 1. Public education and information center established by Year 5 and receiving 5,000 visitors each year by Year 6. Keerqin NNR: 1. Public education and information center established by Year 5 and receiving 2,000 visitors each year by Year 6. 2 January 2002 Poyang Lake Basin: 1. Ratified documents from related departments and photographs of the Education Center, annual reports of center s management body. Zhalong NNR: 1. Project reports and photographs of the improved public information center, annual reports of site management authority. 2. Published ecotourism development plan and project reports. 3. Annual reports of site management authority. Xianghai NNR: 1. Published ecotourism development plan and project reports. Momoge NNR: 1. Project reports and photographs of the improved public information center, annual reports of site management authority. Keerqin NNR: 1. Project reports and photographs of the improved public information center, annual reports of site management authority. B -40

41 Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) 2. National-level Outputs 2.1 Improvements made to national and sectoral legislation, policies, plans, and financial mechanisms in support of the conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Impor 1. China Waterbirds Conservation Action Plan approved by SFA by Year Protection Regulations for Rare and Endangered Species approved by State Council by Year Department of Wetland Management established in SFA by Year Ratified document from the State Forestry Administration. 2. Ratified document from the State Council. 3. Ratified document from the State Forestry Administration. - Plan n governm - No ref governm - Nation remain fa 4. The Wildlife Protection Law improved by Ratified document from the State Council. 2.2 Wetland biodiversity input to provincial land use planning, water resource management and coastal zone management through baseline surveys, monitoring and improved inter-sectoral cooperation. 1. Three consultation workshops (one in every project province) are held among the relevant departments by Year A consultation mechanism is established among the Songliao Water Resource Management Commission, the project sites and SFA in Northeast China by Year Workshop reports. 2. Agreement among SFA, SWRMC and other relevant organizations. - No ma governm 3. A consultation mechanism is established among the Mountains, Rivers and Lakes Integrated Office (MRLIO) in Jiangxi Province and SFA and Poyang Lake NNR by Year Agreement among SFA, MRLIO and other relevant organizations. 4. GIS maps and technical reports on wetlands and their biodiversity are published for Songnen Plain by Year GIS maps and technical reports published by the project / SFA. 5. Policies on wetland biodiversity conservation are included in regional plans for Poyang Lake Basin and Songhua River Basin by Year Regional plans for Poyang Lake Basin and Songhua River Basin. 2.3 Monitoring programme established on distribution and movements of the Siberian Crane and other globally significant migratory waterbird species. 1. Annual national reports on results of National Monitoring Programme for Siberian Crane are published from Year 1-6 including distribution, population, staging and wintering areas, and data on other globally significant migratory waterbird species, especially at the ten identified potential sites. 1. Annual survey reports. - Permis surveys. - Weath for aerial 2. Complete data sets for migration and wintering periods are obtained from aerial and/or ground surveys conducted for four NE China Project sites and Poyang Lake Basin during Years Annual survey reports. 3. Information on timing of migration is promptly exchanged with colleagues in Eastern flyway regions in Russia. 3. Project reports. 4. Data are made available to coordinators of Asian Waterbird Census, waterbird specialist groups and other experts. 4. Project reports. B -41

42 2.4 Measures undertaken at national level to enhance international cooperation. 1. China completes process of accession to the CMS by Year Bilateral conservation agreements on migratory birds and their habitats between China and Russia, and between China and South Korea are signed by Year Ratified document from the CMS. 2. Signed agreements. - Interna China an GEF pro - Sites m Internati Convent 3. Keerqin NNR and Momoge NNR are declared Ramsar sites before Year Number of Chinese sites in NEA CSN increases from 4 in 2001 to 10 by Year National capacity at NBBC for coordination of flyway conservation measures is enhanced through employment of database officer and upgraded office facilities by Year Ratified documents accepting site nominations from Ramsar Convention Bureau. 4. Ratified document from the State Forestry Administration. 5. NBBC annual reports, project reports. - Attend and logis - Project developm - Financi relevant - Project facilitate compone 2.5 Training programme implemented to enhance national capacity for wetland and waterbird management % of targeted number of participants completed training courses planned under the project (see national training strategy) 2. Post-evaluation of training courses by participants is favourable, and they identify at least 3 practical applications of this new knowledge to their daily work. 3. Weaknesses in capacity relating to skills that are identified in detailed training needs assessments in Year 1 have been addressed by Year 6 (see Annex L for preliminary assessment of training strategy). 1. Project reports. 2. Evaluation forms completed by training participants (project reports). 3. Project reports. - Staff ar offices o - Trained promoted of little r - Staff ar utilizing 2.6 Environmental education and public awareness measures undertaken at national level. 1. Surveys of awareness levels of selected target groups (to be identified) in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values.. 1. Reports on results of awareness surveys in Year 1 and Year 6. - Effectiv agencies commun B -42

43 NATIONAL LOGICAL FRAMEWORK MATRIX CONSERVATION OF CRITICAL FLYWAY WETLANDS FOR THE SIBERIAN CRANE AND OTHER MIGRATORY WATERBIRDS IN ASIA 2 January 2002 COUNTRY: ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) Development Objective To conserve the Siberian Crane, migratory waterbirds and other globally significant wetland biodiversity in Asia. Immediate Objective Improved ecological integrity and viability of the network of critical wetlands needed by the Siberian Crane, migratory waterbirds and other globally significant wetland biodiversity. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Impor See Project logframe. See Project logframe. See Proj See Project logframe. See Project logframe. See Proj Project Outputs 1. Site-level Outputs 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Non Shooting Area (NSA) established around all three damgahs, including buffer zone, by Year 6. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Official notification of legal gazettement of NSA. - Users o made aw the pena 2. 20% reduction in annual number of waterbirds illegally killed over baseline (to be established in Year 1 of Project) by Year 3 and 50% reduction by Year Department of Environment (DoE) annual reports. 3. Number of Siberian Cranes and other migratory waterbirds wintering at site stable by Year Monitoring data collected by DoE. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Demarcate boundary of Amirkelayeh Wildlife Refuge and Ramsar Site using signs by Year 3. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Annual report of DoE site management staff. Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Upgrade protection status of Bujagh from Non Hunting Area (NHA) to Protected Area (PA) by end of Year 3. Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Official notification of legal gazettement of PA. 2. Boundaries of PA and Ramsar Site demarcated using signs by end of Year Annual report of DoE site management staff % increase in annual number of prosecutions for offences of nature protection legislation over baseline (to be established in Year 1 of Project) by Year Annual report of DoE site management staff; court records % reduction in annual number of waterbirds illegally killed over baseline (to be established in Year 1 of Project) by Year 3 and 50% reduction by Year Annual report of DoE site management staff; court records. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of biodiversity at selected project sites developed and implemented. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Management plan approved and published by end of Year 3. Implementation of management plan commences by end of Year 3. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Official approval and publication of management plan. Annual reports of Site Management Authority (DoE). - Politica permit de to be me - Local s project a B -43

44 2. Site Management Committee including local stakeholders established and meets at least twice each year to provide input to site management by end of Year Co-management agreement established with local stakeholders by Year 6. 2 January Reports of Site Management Committee meetings. 3. Annual reports of site management authority (DoE). 4. Annual budget for site management meets requirements of management plan by end of Year Measurable progress towards site management plan objectives is achieved by end of Year 4 and sustained in subsequent years. 6. Establishment of local NGO supporting conservation of the site and Siberian Cranes by end of Year Employment of at least 4 local stakeholders in management and protection of site by end of Year 4. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Site Management Committee including local stakeholders established and meets at least twice each year to provide input to site management by end of Year Local community participation in waterbird monitoring and site management by end of Year 5. Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Management plan approved and published by end of Year 5. Implementation of management plan commences by end of Year Site Management Committee including local stakeholders established and meets at least twice each year to provide input to site management by end of Year Co-management agreement established with local stakeholders by Year 6. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Reports of Site Management Committee meetings. 2. Annual reports of site management authority (DoE). Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Official approval and publication of management plan. Annual reports of Site Management Authority (DoE). 2. Reports of Site Management Committee meetings. 3. Annual reports of site management authority (DoE). 4. Annual budget for site management meets requirements of management plan by end of Year Measurable progress towards site management plan objectives is achieved by end of Year Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Minimum 1 km buffer zone around site included in NSA by Year Monitoring of water quality and quantity parameters specified in management plan shows that ranges fall within specified limits of acceptable change by Year 6. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Official notification of legal gazettement of NSA. 2. Reports on monitoring of water quality and quantity by reserve management authority. - Human and usag - Agenc in areas a to collab goals. B -44

45 Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Monitoring of water quality and quantity parameters specified in management plan provides systematic results by Year 6. 2 January 2002 Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Reports on monitoring of water quality and quantity by reserve management authority. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of applied field studies Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Decisions on control of waterfowl trapping are supported by scientific data from socio-economic assessment of waterfowl trapping by Year 6. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Annual reports of Site Management Authority (DoE), project reports. - Trained are avail studies. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Decisions on control of waterfowl trapping & water quality management are supported by scientific data from socioeconomic assessment of waterfowl trapping and water quality assessment by Year 6. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Annual reports of Site Mnagement Authority (DoE), project reports. Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Decisions on control of grazing and habitat management are supported by scientific data from assessment of livestock grazing practices by Year 6. Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Annual reports of Site Management Authority (DoE), project reports. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around selected project sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Average annual per capita income is raised by X% over baseline (% increase and baseline to be established by Year 2) for participants of alternative livelihood training by Year 6. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Project reports. - Sustain viable, a exist. - Local c pursuing 2. Average annual per capita income for participants of alternative livelihood training is increased by X% over that of control group of non participants from same communities by Year Project reports. 3. Site management authority annual reports (DoE). - Politica alternativ 3. Annual number of migratory waterbirds trapped at site decreases by 20% by Year 6. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Average annual per capita income is raised by X% over baseline (% increase and baseline to be established by Year 4) for participants of alternative livelihood training by Year 6. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Project reports. 2. Average annual per capita income for participants of alternative livelihood training is increased by X% over that of control group of non-participants from same communities by Year Project reports. 3. Site management authority annual reports (DoE). Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Average annual per capita income is raised by X% over baseline (% increase and baseline to be established by Year 4) for participants of alternative livelihood training by Year 6. Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Project reports. 2. Average annual per capita income for participants of alternative livelihood training is increased by X% over that of control group of non participants from same communities by Year Project reports. B -45

46 3. Grazing pressure (no animals/ha/year) at site is reduced by X% by Year 6 against baseline (% change and baseline to be established by Year 4). 2 January Site management authority annual reports (DoE). 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Number of Reserve staff increased from 6 in Year 1 (part-time) to 15 by Year Staff development system established for site management staff by Year 3 (including annual appraisals in relation to TOR and workplans). Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Annual reports of site anagement authorities; project reports. 2. Annual reports of site management authorities; project reports. - Staff ar offices o - Trained promoted of little r - Staff ar utilizing 3. 80% of targeted number of site management staff completed training courses planned under the project by Year 5 (see national training strategy). 3. Project reports. 4. Site facilities constructed including reserve headquarters, tower, visitor centre and aviary by Year 6. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Reserve staff increased from 12 (Year 1) to by Year 6. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Project reports % of targeted number of site management staff completed training courses planned under the project by Year 5 (see Annex L for national training strategy). 2. Annual reports of site management authorities; project reports. 3. Community Education Officer employed by Year 4. Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Reserve staff increased from 12 (year 1) to by Year 6. Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: 1. Annual reports of site management authorities; project reports. 2. Staff development system established for project staff by Year 5 (including annual appraisals in relation to TOR and workplans). 2. Annual reports of site management authorities; project reports % of targeted number of site management staff completed training courses planned under the project by Year 5 (see national training strategy). 3. Project reports. 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. 4. Environmental monitoring station completed by Year 5. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Surveys of awareness levels of identified stakeholder groups in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values. Fereydoon Kenar / Ezbaran / Sorkhe Rud: 1. Reports on results of awareness surveys in Year 1 and Year 6. - Trained awarenes - Local s support a Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Surveys of awareness levels of identified stakeholder groups in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values. Amirkelayeh / Rud Posht: 1. Reports on results of awareness surveys in Year 1 and Year 6. Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: Bujagh / Sefid Rud Delta: B -46

47 1. Surveys of awareness levels of identified stakeholder groups in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values. 2 January Reports on results of awareness surveys in Year 1 and Year 6.. Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) 2. National-level Outputs 2.1 Improvements made to national and sectoral legislation, policies, plans, and financial mechanisms in support of the conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity.. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Impor 1. Penalties for killing protected species are increased by end of Year New legislation enacted to provide increased level of protection to all wetlands and increased financial support for wetland management from the government budget by end of Year Annual report of DoE. 2. Official legal journal. - Govern needed c policies, migrator - Govern financial purpose. 3. Annual budget for DoE is increased as a result of new taxation measures implemented under the Third National Socio-Economic Development Plan by end of Year Annual report of DoE. - Institut governm 4. Legislative improvements are made in relation to duck trapping and use of aerial nets by end of Year Official legal journal. 2.2 Monitoring programme implemented on distribution and movements of Siberian Crane and other globally significant migratory waterbird species. 1. Data on numbers of Siberian Cranes and other globally significant migratory waterbird species at the same sites reported annually to Western Flyway Coordinator. 2. Data on sites used by Siberian Cranes reported annually to Western Flyway Coordinator. 1. Annual monitoring reports. 2. Project reports. - Trained appropri - Databa managed - Effectiv place for 3. Contact established between site management authorities, and with experts in Azerbaijan, Russia and Kazakhstan during migration of Siberian Cranes to track movements. 3. Project reports. 4. Data on waterbird monitoring under project made available to International Waterfowl Census coordinator and coordinators of waterbird specialist groups. 4. Project reports. 2.3 Measures undertaken at national level to enhance international cooperation. 1. Designation of Fereydoon Kenar as a Ramsar Site and 3 sites as flyway network sites by Year Procedure for accession to CMS completed by Year Database officer employed by DoE to assist implementation of international agreements by Year Official notification of international designations for Ramsar sites and flyway network sites. 2. Official instruments of accession to CMS. 3. Project reports and annual reports of DoE. - Sites m designati - Nationa accession - Nationa needed s impleme 2.4 Training programme implemented to enhance national capacity for wetland and waterbird management % of targeted number of participants completed training courses planned under the project (see national training strategy). 2. Post-evaluation of training courses by 1. Project reports. 2. Evaluation forms completed by - Staff ar offices o - Trained promoted B -47

48 participants is favourable, and they identify at least 3 practical applications of this new knowledge to their daily work. 2 January 2002 training participants (project reports). of little r - Staff ar utilizing 2.5 Environmental education and public awareness measures at national level. 1. Surveys of awareness levels of selected target groups (to be identified) in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values. 1. Reports on results of awareness surveys in Year 1 and Year 6. - Effectiv agencies commun B -48

49 NATIONAL LOGICAL FRAMEWORK MATRIX CONSERVATION OF CRITICAL FLYWAY WETLANDS FOR THE SIBERIAN CRANE AND OTHER MIGRATORY WATERBIRDS IN ASIA 2 January 2002 COUNTRY: KAZAKHSTAN Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) Development Objective Globally significant wetlands and migratory waterbirds conserved in Asia. Immediate Objective Improved ecological integrity and viability of the network of critical wetlands needed by the Siberian Crane, migratory waterbirds and other globally significant wetland biodiversity. Project Outputs 1. Site-level Outputs 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Impo See Project Logframe. See Project Logframe. See Proj See Project Logframe. See Project Logframe. See Proj 1. Increase in wetland area under more secure and enhanced levels of legal protection at project sites by Year 6 over 2001 baseline (see Table 1 in this annex for details) % increase in annual number of prosecutions for offences of nature protection legislation at project sites over baseline (to be established in Year 1 of Project) by Year Official notification of protected areas or change in legal status of protected areas. 2. Official publication of court proceedings, police reports, annual reports of National Executing Agencies. Newspaper reports. - Other p conserva account o - Users o of legisla - The bir protected 3. 20% reduction in annual number of waterbirds illegally killed at project sites over baseline (to be established in Year 1 of Project) by Year 3 and 50% reduction by Year Official publication of court proceedings, police reports, annual reports of National Executing Agencies, newspaper reports. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of biodiversity at selected project sites developed and implemented. Phase 1 Project Sites: 1. Management agreements and plans are approved and published for each site by end of Year 3 of project. Implementation of management plans commences by end of Year Site Management Committees including local stakeholders have been established and meet at least twice each year to provide input to site management by end of Year 3. All Project Sites: 1. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. 2. Reports of Site Management Committee meetings. - Econom may redu conserva - Politica departme full. - Local s project a 3. Annual budgets for site management meet requirements of management plans by end of Year Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. 4. Annual assessments indicate that measurable progress towards site management plan objectives has been achieved at all project sites by end of Year 4 and sustained in subsequent years. 4. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. Naurzum Lake System (including Sarykopa Lake System and Lake Kulagol 1. Volunteer fire brigade established at Karamende settlement by Year 3. Naurzum Lake System (including Sarykopa Lake System and Lake Kulagol 1. Official report of Site Management Authority. B -49

50 2. Outline plan for ecotourism development based on project site management plan and local communities involvement approved by Year Project reports. 2 January 2002 Kulykol Lake 1. Outline plan for ecotourism development based on project site management plan and local communities involvement approved by Year 5. Kulykol Lake 1. Project reports. Tantegir Hollow - Zhanshura Lake 1. Special agreement on project site management principles activities between management and local organizations approved by Year 5. Tantegir Hollow - Zhanshura Lake 1. Official report of Site Management Authority. 2. Outline plan for ecotourism development based on project site management plan and local communities involvement approved by Year Project reports. 1.3 External threats to sites reduced through off-site activities. All Project Sites: 1. Unchanging number of nesting waterfowl. Stable territory of areas occupied by water and vegetation by Year 6. All Project Sites: 1. Site management authority annual reports, project reports on waterfowl population and habitat condition. - World populatio - Current continue 2. Site specific external threats reduced to within acceptable limits specified in management plans by Year 6 for Phase 1 sites. 3. Monitoring of water quality and quantity parameters specified in management plans shows that ranges fall within specified limits of acceptable change by Year 6 for Phase 1 sites. 2. Reports on monitoring of water quality and quantity by reserve management authority. - Human usage lev - Agenci areas aro collabora Naurzum Lake System (including Sarykopa Lake System and Lake Kulagol 1. Frequency of occurrence of fires inside the protected area reduced by 60% over Year 1 baseline by Year 6 (%age reduction and baseline to be determined in Year 1). Naurzum Lake System (including Sarykopa Lake System and Lake Kulagol 1. Project reports, nature reserve records. 2. All earth dams in buffer zone of site destroyed by Year Project reports, nature reserve records. Tantegir Hollow - Zhanshura Lake 1. Agreement between zakaznik s management structure and settlement Kara Myrza Akimat about rational water resource utilization in Kara Myrza River approved by Year 5. Tantegir Hollow - Zhanshura Lake 1. Official documentation, report of Zakaznik. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of applied field studies. All Project Sites: 1. Management decision-making is supported by adequate data on biodiversity values and socio-economic conditions within the sites by Year 3 for Phase 1 sites; Year 6 for Phase 2 sites. All Project Sites: 1. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. - Trained available 2. Implementation of management plans can be effectively evaluated based on monitoring of conditions at the project sites 2. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. B -50

51 by Year 4 for Phase 1 sites; Year 6 for Phase 2 sites. 2 January Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around selected project sites. 3. Management decision-making is supported by adequate data on grazing within the sites by Year 3 for Zharsor- Urkash; and by Year 6 for Tantegir Hollow Zhanshura Lake and Kulykol Lake. Naurzum: 1. Gross annual revenue from ecotourism at each site is raised by 200% over baseline by Year 6 (baseline and % increase to be determined by Year 2). 2. Annual number of visitors is raised by 70% over baseline by Year 6 (baseline and % increase to be determined by Year 2). Zharsor & Urkash Lakes, Kulykol Lake & Tantegir Hollow - Zhanshura Lake 1. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. All Project Sites: 1-4. Annual reports of site management authorities, Project reports. - Assum embrace existing - Contin activity e 3. Number of local people involved in ecotourism is raised by 200% over baseline by Year 6 (baseline and % increase to be determined by Year 2). 4. Annual per capita income for participants of alternative livelihood projects is increased by 50% over that of control group of non-participants from same communities by Year Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. All Project Sites: 1. Site protection staff for specially protected territories increased as follows: Naurzum (8 guards, 5 administrative staff), Zharsor-Urkash (2 seasonal guards), Kulykol (2 seasonal guards), Tantegir Hollow-Zhanshura Lake (2 seasonal guards) by Year 3 (Naurzum & Zharsor-Urkash) or Year 6 (Tantegir Hollow-Zhanshura Lake & Kulykol). 2. Increased efficiency of enforcement of nature protection laws (70% decrease in the number of the filed suites, heard law cases and collected fines by Year 6 over baseline in Year 3). All Project Sites: 1-6. Annual reports of site management authorities; project reports. 2. Newspaper reports, official court proceedings. - Oblast departme objective other spe - Staff ar offices o - Trained promoted little rele - Staff ar utilizing 3. Full quota of staff required for implementation of management plans (as specified in the plans) employed at all selected project sites by Year Staff development system established for all project sites by Year 5 (including annual appraisals in relation to TOR and workplans) 5. 80% of targeted number of site management staff completed training courses planned under the project (see national training strategy). 6. Annual assessments indicate that measurable progress towards site management plan objectives (see output 1.2) has been achieved at Phase 1 project sites by end of Year 4 and sustained in B -51

52 subsequent years. 2 January Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. All Project Sites: 1. Surveys of awareness levels of hunters in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal an increase in knowledge of protected species (based on the results of hunting tests). All Project Sites: 1-3. Project reports. - Comm structure significa and glob 2. Surveys of awareness levels of fishermen in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal an increase in awareness about the major sites and periods for waterfowl breeding and moult (based on the results of hunting tests). 3. Surveys of awareness levels of other stakeholder groups in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal an increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values. B -52

53 Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) 2. National-level outputs 2.1 Improvements made to national and sectoral legislation, policies, plans, and financial mechanisms in support of the conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Impo 1. Revisions made to legislation, policies, programmes, plans & financial mechanisms are officially published by Year 6 (details to be provided). 2. More severe penalties are imposed for illegal hunting and killing protected species by Year % decrease in number of prosecutions in relation to illegal hunting and killing of protected species by Year 6 over baseline to be determined in Year Amended laws published in Law Journal/Gazette. 2. Amended laws published in Law Journal/Gazette. 3. Court records; newspapers. - Regula stricter la - Govern to the bio - Govern needed c plans nee waterbird - Govern financial 4. FFHC high priority programme on sustainable species and habitat management established by Year FFHC rare species conservation and study program is intensified by Year FFHC programme on sustainable management of waterfowl and fish resources implemented by Year Approved programme on the efficient management of game species. 5. Annual FFHC reports on the rare species programme. 6. Annual FFHC reports on sustainable management of waterfowl and fish resources. - Institut governm - Priorit changing - Nation provide n usage. 2.2 Wetland biodiversity input to oblast land use planning, water resource management and coastal zone management through baseline surveys, monitoring and improved inter-sectoral cooperation. 2.3 Monitoring programme established on distribution and movements of the Siberian Crane and other globally significant waterbird species. 7. New procedure for the establishment of new Specially Protected Territories is approved by Year Representation of MNREP, FFHC and related conservation agencies on committees for land use planning and water resource management in Kostanay Oblast by end of Year Land use and water resource plans for Kostanay Oblast include specific policies relating to conservation of wetland biodiversity, including zonation of key sites by end of Year Data on numbers of Siberian Cranes and other globally significant waterbird species at project sites reported annually to Western Flyway Officer. 2. Data on sites used by Siberian Cranes reported annually to Western Flyway Officer. 7. Official MNREP reports. 1. Minutes of committee meetings. 2. Land use and water resource plans. 1. Annual monitoring reports. 2. Annual monitoring reports. - Govern to the bio - Inter-se - Nationa agencies - Trained appropri - Databa managed - Effectiv place for 3. Contact is established between sites in Kazakhstan and with experts in Russia, Azerbaijan and Iran during migration of Siberian Cranes to track movements. 3. Project records, flyway coordination group reports. 4. Data are made available to coordinators of the International Waterbird Census / Asian Waterbird Census, Waterbird Specialist Groups and other relevant experts. 4. Project reports. B -53

54 2.4 Measures undertaken at national level to enhance international cooperation. 1. Designation of at least 4 globally significant flyway wetlands as Ramsar Sites and 4 as flyway network sites by Year 6. 2 January Official notification of international designations for Ramsar sites and flyway network sites. - Sites m designati - Nationa official s 2. Kazakhstan becomes a signatory to the Ramsar Convention and CMS and signs the African Eurasian Waterbird Agreement by Year Activities described in CMS MoU Conservation Plan are incorporated into national action plan for Kazakhstan and implemented by the end of each Conservation Plan period (2003, 2005, 2007). 2. Instruments of ratification of Ramsar, CMS, and AEWA, and legal incorporation in Kazakhstan published in official records. 3. Project reports and annual reports for responsible agencies. 4. Biennial national reports to CMS MoU meetings. - Nationa needed s internatio - Govern strengthe collabora conserva - The go the comm 4. Conservation activities in Kazakhstan under the Western Flyway annual plans are coordinated and accomplished through National Action Plans. 5. Representatives to WFCG are designated and participate in WFCG activities. 5. Annual reports for Kazakhstan to Western Flyway Coordination Group. 6. Reports on WFCG meeting attendance and annual reports of Western Flyway Coordinator - WFCG 2.5 Training programme implemented to enhance national capacity for wetland and waterbird management % of targeted number of participants completed training courses planned under the project (see national training strategy). 2. Post-evaluation of training courses by participants is favourable. 3. Weaknesses in capacity relating to skills that are identified in detailed training needs assessments in Year 1 have been addressed by Year 6 (see training strategy for preliminary assessment). 1. Project reports. 2. Evaluation forms completed by training participants (project reports). 3. Project reports. - Staff ar offices o - Trained promoted little rele - Staff ar utilizing 2.6 Environmental education and public awareness measures undertaken at national level. 1. Surveys of awareness levels of selected target groups (to be identified) in Year 1 and Year 6 reveal increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values. 1. Reports on results of awareness surveys in Year 1 and Year 6. - Effecti agencies commun B -54

55 NATIONAL LOGICAL FRAMEWORK MATRIX CONSERVATION OF CRITICAL FLYWAY WETLANDS FOR THE SIBERIAN CRANE AND OTHER MIGRATORY WATERBIRDS IN ASIA 2 January 2002 COUNTRY: RUSSIAN FEDERATION Narrative Summary (Intervention Logic) Development Objective Globally significant wetlands and migratory waterbirds conserved in Asia. Iimmediate Objective Improved ecological integrity and viability of the network of critical wetlands needed by the Siberian Crane, migratory waterbirds and other globally significant wetland biodiversity. Project Outputs 1. Site-level Outputs 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Objectively Verifiable Indicators Means of Verification Impor See Project Logframe. See Project Logframe. See Proj See Project Logframe. See Project Logframe. See Proj All Project Sites: 1. Increase in level of protection / extent of protected areas at project sites by Year 6 (see Table 1). All Project Sites: 1. Official ratification documents for establishment and extension of protected areas. All Proje - Unexpe of nation organiza 2. % increase in annual number of prosecutions for offences of nature protection legislation at project sites over baseline by Year 6 (%age increase and baseline to be established in Year 1 of Project). Kunovat River Basin Wetlands: 1. Revised Kunovatsky Zakaznik Regulation agreed / approved with Department of the Environment of Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), Division of MNR in Yamalo-Nenetsky Autonomous Oblast, province and local Administration by end of Year Protected territory increased by 200,000 ha through establishment of a Complex Biosphere Nature Reserve (Zakaznik Kunovatsky with National Park around) by end of Year Official publication of court proceedings, police reports, annual reports of National Executing Agencies. Kunovat River Basin Wetlands: 1. Report of Project Implementation in the Project Year 2 results. Ratified documents from department at relevant levels. Official publication of legal gazettement of updated Regulation. Report of project Implementation of Year Request of the MNR to Regional Government. Ratified Document for extension and establishment of protected area at relevant level. Kunovat - Strong of local a commun - Departm willing to Regulati - Local p are rema significa - Strong from Reg responsib - Lack o budgetar B -55

56 Konda-Alymka Rivers Basin Wetlands: 1. Plan of enforcement the wetland protection zakazniks Stershinyi-1 and Stershinyi-2 in Tyumen Oblast by end of Year Increase the protected wetland territory by establishing a regional level zakaznik with territory of 100, 000 ha in Kondinskyi District of Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Region by Year Enforcement of ecological control enforcement (including penalties and compensation values) Kondinsky Region of Khanty-Mancy Autonomic Region and Uvatsky and Tobolsky Region of Tyumen oblast is strengthened through official approval of regional enforcement plan by Year 3. Transboundary territories between Tyumen and Kurgan oblasts: 1. Revised Belozersky Zakaznik Regulation approved by DoE of MNR, Division of MNR into province and local Administration by end of Year Increasing protected wetland territory by establishment of the Regional zakaznik Chernoye Ozero with territory 200, 000 ha by Year 5. 2 January Official publication of legal gazettement of Nature Biosphere Reserve establishment. Konda-Alymka Rivers Basin Wetlands: 1. Report of Project Implementation of Year 1. Officially agreed/ approved plan for enforcement measures including proposal for additional personnel. 2. Report of Project Implementation of Year 3. Request of the MNR to Regional Government. Ratified Document for establishment of protected area at relevant level. Official publication of legal gazettements of establishment of protected area. 3. Publications in scientific journals. Approved plan for regional ecological control enforcement. Transboundary territories between Tyumen and Kurgan oblasts: 1. Report of Project Implementation of Year 2. Ratified documents from departments at relevant levels. Official publication of legal gazettement of updated Regulation. 2. Report on Project Implementation of Year 3. Request of MNR to Regional Government. Ratified Document for establishment of protected area at relevant level. Official publication of legal gazettement of establishment of protected area. Konda-A - Local a stable. - Local A organiza enforcem protectio - Lack of budgetar Transbou Tyumen - Strong of local a commun - Depart willing to - Local a stable. - Local A responsib support t a protect - Local c support t area. - Lack o budgetar B -56

57 Kytalyk Resource Reservation 1. Increase the territory of Kytalyk Resource Reservation from 1,607,000 ha to 2,107,000 ha by Year Optimized normative acts under Sakha Republic (Yakutia) legislation on special protected areas, endangered species, and small populations of native people of Sakha Republic by Year 5. 2 January 2002 Kytalyk Resource Reservation 1. Report of Project Implementation of Year 3. Request of the Sakha (Yakutia) Republic MNR to Regional Government. Ratified document for establishment of protected area at relevant level. Official publication of legal gazettement of establishment of protected area. 2. Report of Project Implementation of Year 5. Published in official legal documents. Kytalyk R - Strong of local a commun - Departm willing to Regulati - Departm willing to Regulati - Lack o agreemen 3. Established agreement between Sakha Republic Ministry of Internal Affairs, Sakha Republic Ministry of Nature Protection, and Chokurdakh local authorities to improve legal structure for ecotourism for quick processing of invitations and travel permission by Year Project Report Implementation of Year 3. Ratified official agreement between relevant parties Participatory management plans for the conservation of biodiversity at selected project sites developed and implemented. All project sites: 1. Management plans are approved and published by end of Year 3. Implementation of management plans commences by end of Years 3 and 6 for Phase 1 and 2 sites respectively. All project sites: 1. Official agreed/ approval and publication of management plans for all sites. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. All proje - Local p situation - Stakeho in Biodiv 2. Site Management Committees including local stakeholders have been established by the end of Year 2 and meet at least twice each year to provide input to site management by end of Year 3 (except for Transboundary Territories between Tyumen and Kurgan oblast, Year 6.) 2. Reports of Site Management Committee meetings. 3. Annual budgets for site management meet requirements of management plans by end of Year Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. 4. Annual assessments indicate that measurable progress towards site management plan objectives has been achieved at all project sites by end of Year 4 and sustained in subsequent years (except for Transboundary Territories between Tyumen and Kurgan oblast). Kunovat River Basin Wetlands: 1. Biosphere Nature Reserve Management Plan approved by Management Committee and agreed with relevant levels by the end of year Conducted feasibility study for ecological tourism in this Management Plan including infrastructure requirements, legal requirements, and pilot study by Year 5. Konda-Alymka Rivers Basin Wetlands: 1. Establishment of Site Management Committees for both protected areas in 4. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. Kunovat River Basin Wetlands: 1. Published in official document. 2. Project Report Implementation. Published Management Plan. Konda-Alymka Rivers Basin Wetlands: 1. Project reports. Kunovat - Indigen stakehold and supp - Depart willing to - Lack of agreemen Konda-A - Depart willing to - Stakeh willing to B -57

58 Tyumen Oblast and Khanty-Mansysk Autonomic Region by the end of year 2 followed by twice each year to provide Coordinated Management Plan. 2 January 2002 project. - Non-co and budg 2. Coordinated Management Plan for zakazniks both in Tyumen Oblast and Khanty-Mansysk Autonomic Region approved at relevant levels by the end of year Program established for stakeholder (local people and some of oil and gas companies) involvement in Management Committees by the end of year 3. Transboundary Territories between Tyumen and Kurgan oblasts: 1. Establishment of Site Management Committee for both protected areas by the end of Year 4 followed by meetings twice each year to provide Coordinated Management Plan. 2. Coordinated Management Plan for both zakazniks agreed/approved at relevant levels. 3. Program established for stakeholders (see list of stakeholders) participation in Management Committee by end of year 5. Kytalyk Resource Reserve: 1. Management Plan approved by Site Committee (Coordination Council) by the end of year 3. 2.Prepared guideline for ecological tourism development at the site by the end of year Prepared draft program of ecological tourism development at the site by the end of year Published management plan. 3. Project reports, management plan. Transboundary Territories between Tyumen and Kurgan oblasts: 1. Project reports. 2. Published management plan. 3. Project reports. Kytalyk Resource Reserve: 1. Published Management Plan, project reports. 2. Published guidelines in official document, project reports. 3. Project reports. - Lack o Agreeme Transbou Tyumen - Depart willing to - Stakeho willing to project - Non-co budget p - Lack of Agreeme Kytalyk R - Indigen stakehold and supp - Local p situation B -58

59 - Global climate a 1.3. External threats to sites reduced through offsite activities. All Project Sites: Site-specific external threats reduced to within acceptable limits specified in management plans by Year 6. 2 January 2002 All Project Sites: Site management authority annual reports, project reports.. All Proje - Agenci involved willing to project g - Local p situation Kunovat River Basin Wetlands: 1. Provide training to 100 local community representatives on current laws for use of forest, hunting, and fishing resources by the end of Year 4. Kunovat River Basin Wetlands: 1. Reports on training courses. Kunovat - Agenci involved willing to project g 2. X% increase in the annual number of prosecutions for offenses of current laws for use of forest, hunting and fishing resources over baseline (to be established in Year 1) by Year Annual reports published in official legal journals, project reports, and site management authority reports. - Local p situation 3. Enforcement is strengthened through official approval of regional enforcement plan by Year 2 and recruitment and training of 10 staff by Year Agreed plan for regional enforcement measures including proposal for additional personnel. Konda-Alymka Rivers Basin Wetlands: 1. Provide training to 50 local people on current laws for use of forest, hunting and fishing resources by end of Year X% increase in the annual number of prosecutions for offences of current laws for use of forest, hunting and fishing resources over baseline (to be established in Year 1) by by end of Year 3. Konda-Alymka Rivers Basin Wetlands: 1. Training courses reports. 2. Reports published in official legal journals. Konda-A - Agenc involved willing to project g - Local p situation 3. Enforcement is strengthened through official approval of regional enforcement plan by Year 2 and recruitment of 9 staff by Year Agreed plan for regional enforcement measures includes proposal for additional personnel. 4. Enforcement of ecological control of Kondinsky District of Khanty-Mancy Autonomous Region and Uvatsky and Tobolsky Districts of Tyumen Oblast is strengthened through official approval of regional enforcement plan by Year Agreed plan for regional ecological control enforcement measures. B -59

60 Trans-boundary Tyumen Kurgan Wetlands: 1. Rules for use of agricultural chemicals that negatively impact on water birds and water quality are fully enforced by Year Control for agriculture chemicals using enforcement is strengthened through official approval of regional enforcement plan by Year Number of people or organizations prosecuted for irregular chemical using does not increase by Year 6. Kytalyk Wetlands: 1. % increase in annual number of prosecutions for offences of nature protection legislation (traditional nature resources usage) and egg collection at project sites over baseline by Year 6 (% age increase and baseline to be established in Year 1 of Project). 2 January 2002 Trans-boundary Tyumen Kurgan Wetlands: 1. Ratified rules for agricultural chemicals. 2. Published in official document. 3. Special official reports. Kytalyk Wetlands: 1. Official publication of court proceedings, police reports, annual reports of National Executing Agencies. Trans-bo Wetlands - Local p situation - Agenc involved willing to project g Kytalyk - Local p situation - Agenc involved willing to project g B -60

61 1.4. Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of applied field studies. All Project Sites: 1. Progress is made towards specific site management plan objectives by Year 6 based on application of field study results. 2. Species - indicators of wetland condition are determined for each site and included in site management plans by Year 3 (except for Transboundary Territories between Tyumen and Kurgan Oblasts, Year 5). 3. Changes in status of indicator species at each site are monitored annually from Year 3 and 4 for Phase 1 and 2 sites respectively, and used in assessment of project implementation. 2 January 2002 All Project Sites: 1. Annual reports of Site Management Authorities. 2. Site management plans. 3. Annual monitoring reports. All Proje - Local p situation - Agenc involved willing to project g - High-l willing to impleme Kunovat River Basin Wetlands: 1. Determined indicators and evaluation methods for realizing monitoring program by Year 2. Kunovat River Basin Wetlands: 1. Project Report Implementation of Year 1. Konda and Alymka Rivers Basin Wetlands: 1. Determined indicators and evaluation methods for monitoring program by Year Konda and Alymka Rivers Basin Wetlands: 1. Project Report Implementation of Year 1. Trans-boundary Tyumen and Kurgan Oblasts Wetlands: 1. Determined indicators and evaluation methods for realizing monitoring program by Year 4. Trans- boundary Tyumen and Kurgan Oblasts Wetlands: 1. Project Report Implementation of Year Annual number of conflicts with local farmers arising from crop damage significantly reduced from baseline (to be established in Year 1) by Year Project implementation reports. Kytalyk Resource Reservation Wetlands: 1. Determined indicators and evaluation methods for realizing monitoring program by Year 2. Kytalyk Resource Reservation Wetlands: 1. Project Report Implementation of Year Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around selected project sites. All Project Sites: 1. Average annual per capita income of participants in sustainable livelihood activities increases by x% over that of control group of non-participants from same communities baseline by Year 6 (baseline and % increase to be determined in Year 2). All Project Sites: 1. Project survey reports. All Proje - Federa increased - Local a commun the proje 2. Hire at least 35 officers for all 4 sites (including rangers and education staff) for project implementation by Year 6, including local staff. - Traditi weakene Kytalyk Resource Reserve: 1. Regional and local infrastructure development for ecological tourism completed by Year 5. Kytalyk Resource Reserve: 1. Draft proposal submitted to the Sakha (Yakutia) Republic MNP and published in regional mass media Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. All Project Sites: 1. Hire at least 35 site officers by Year Provide site personnel with required instruments and equipment by Year 6. All Project Sites: 1. Sites staff job descriptions and labour agreements developed. 2. Procurement plans implemented. All Proje - Econo stable. - Techni B -61

62 - Postpo relevant Parliame their bus 3. Conduct 18 training courses for site personnel (see Training Strategy, lecture models and number of courses at each site to be prepared and identified by Year 1). 2 January Training courses reports. impleme - Govern minimal impleme 4. At least 80% of targeted number of site management staff completed training courses under project (see national training strategy) by Year Project reports. - People their kno 5. Annual assessments indicate that measurable progress towards site management plan objectives (see output 1.2) has been achieved at all project sites by end of Year 4 and sustained in subsequent years (except for Transboundary Territories between Tyumen and Kurgan oblast, Year 6). 5. Project reports Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. All Project Sites: 1. Evaluate public awareness level by Year 1 and compare it with the levels in Year 6. The evaluation methods will be proposed by Year 1 for each project site. All Project Sites: 1. Published data in legal regional gazettement. 2. Project reports. All Proje - High p status am - Decrea National-level outputs Improvements made to national and sectoral legislation, policies, plans, and financial mechanisms in support of the conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity. 1. Changes to acting legislation agreed/ approved by relevant federal, regional and local authorities and environmental agencies by Year Proposal on raising status of current sites including new mechanisms of federal and regional financing agreed/ approved by relevant federal, regional and local authorities and environmental agencies by Year Publication in mass-media, official documentation. 2. Request from regions to MNR RF regional government and from MNR to Federal Government bodies. - Local a are willin changes. - Negati environm 2.2. Wetland biodiversity input to provincial land use planning, water resource management and coastal zone management through baseline surveys, monitoring and improved inter-sectoral cooperation. 1. Unified guidelines for management plan created on the base of surveys and appraisal of existing management plans published by Year Draft proposals for wetland biodiversity input in to regional plans for land and water use completed by Year Agreed guidelines published in official document. 2. Project reports - Inter-s supporte - Nation agencies - Region use exist regional B -62

63 2.3. Monitoring programme established on distribution and movements of Siberian Cranes and other globally significant migratory waterbird species. 1. 5,000 Siberian Crane questionnaires distributed, completed and analysed by Year Unified Siberian Crane Monitoring Program (including other globally significant migratory waterbird species at the same sites) developed and implemented at 4 Project sites for collecting data and general estimation of wetlands status by Year 5. 2 January Questionnaire published in mass media, results of questionnaire. 2. Siberian Crane monitoring program and results of its implementation published in official document, scientific issues. - Public increased - Traine appropri - Databa managed - Effecti place for 3. Publication of the results of monitoring using GIS maps, reports and systems specialized for project sites by Years 2, 4, Project reports, technical publications. 4. Data on numbers of Siberian Cranes and other globally significant waterbird species at the same sites reported annually to Western Flyway Officer. 4. Annual monitoring reports. 5. Data on sites used by Siberian Cranes reported annually to Western Flyway Officer. 5. Annual monitoring reports. 6. Contact is established between sites in Russia and with experts in Kazakhstan, Ajerbaijan and Iran during migration of Siberian Cranes to track movements. 6. Project records, flyway coordination group reports. 7. Data are made available to coordinators of the International Waterbird Census / Asian Waterbird Census, Waterbird Specialist Groups and other relevant experts. 7. Project records. 2.4 Measures undertaken at national level to enhance international cooperation. 1. Guidelines for collaboration with international biodiversity organizations agreed/ approved with federal authorities and environmental agencies by Year Project reports. - Parliam complica to intern conventi 2. Draft national documents needed for CMS accession prepared. 3. Establish Western/ Central Asia flyway network of GEF project within Russia on basis of three Project sites and Astrakhan Nature Reserve by Year Project reports, publications, project request to MNR, MNR request to Government to access. 3. Project reports. - Govern Project im - NEAS Flyways cooperat commun 4. Include additional important Siberian Crane sites that will be determined with PTT s and questionnaire surveys to NEACSN and Western/Central Flyway by Year Project reports. B -63

64 2.5 Training programme implemented to enhance national capacity for wetland and waterbird management % of targeted number of participants completed training courses planned under the project (see national training strategies). 2. Post-evaluation of training courses by participants is favorable. 3. Weaknesses in capacity relating to skills that are identified in detailed training needs assessments in Year 1 have been addressed by Year 6 (see training strategy annex L for preliminary assessments). 2 January Training courses reports, project reports. 2. Evaluation forms completed by training participants (project reports). 3. Project reports. - Staff a offices o - Traine promoted of little r - Staff a utilizing 2.6 Environmental education and public awareness measures undertaken at national level. 1. Evaluate public awareness level by Year 1 and compare it with the levels in Year 3 and Year 6. The environmental education and public awareness measures program prepared and agreed/ approved at relevant levels. 1. Reports on results of awareness surveys in Year 1 and Year 6. - Effecti agencies commun B -64

65 INTERNATIONAL ACTIVITIES ANNEX B1. SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES INTERNATIONAL-LEVEL OUTPUTS 3.1 Regional flyway networks developed in Western/Central Asia and Eastern Asia, and a programme of regional activities undertaken within the framework of adopted conservation plans for cranes. <<These networks will be carefully coordinated with other flyway conservation initiatives in order to form an integrated programme, contributing significantly towards the implementation of international conventions>> Capacity of NBBC in China strengthened by one technical assistant and office equipment upgrade for national and international coordination functions. Flyway coordination centre in Sakha Republic (Yakutia) established with 3 staff and office equipment. Establishment and operation of a subgroup of the Crane Working Group on the Siberian Crane (under the Asia Pacific Migratory Waterbird Conservation Strategy and constituent crane action plan). Establishment of a Regional Coordination Centre for Western / Central Asia, based in Moscow, which will link with the initiatives under the CWGE, CMS MoU, CAF, AP MWCS and AEWA. Staff will include a Flyway Coordinator for West / Central Asia, database/website and wetland management consultants and an administrative assistant. International training courses, study tours and exchanges: 4 participants of flyway network visit network sites in other flyway countries each year from Year 2. Support for participation in international workshops, meetings and conferences associated with flyway conservation. Investment in communications equipment for network participants. Support for international communications through websites and newsletters. Translation of relevant information and documents into major regional languages. Development of flyway site networks with certification for sites (harmonized with other certification schemes such as the NEACSN): 20 sites participating in flyway network activities by Year 6. Links between network sites will be strengthened through a twinning programme in line with the Ramsar Convention s guidelines on international cooperation, in order to share information, expertise and resources between sites: 8 sites actively participating in twinning programme by Year 6. Development of the knowledge base for flyway conservation through supporting surveys and monitoring of poorly known areas. Development of centralized databases in order to improve access to available information. Regional databases would also be established (or supported, where these already exist) on experts and projects as well as network sites and waterbird monitoring results. Data from national census activities will be compiled at flyway level and used for conservation status assessments in relation to the relevant flyway plans. Participation of NGOs, local communities and schools, scientists and government staff will be encouraged through regional coordination and promotion of public awareness events at network sites. In view of current information gaps that create uncertainties for wetland ecosystem management, protected area system development and species conservation, the project will undertake targeted research in a number of specific areas, including: satellite telemetry, voice printing and ecological studies on endangered waterbird species. Targeted research using satellite telemetry will be employed to identify further sites used by the Siberian Cranes during their annual cycle, and to assist groundwork including species protection activities and ecological studies. B1-65

66 Designation of at least 4 globally significant flyway wetlands as Ramsar Sites and 10 new locations as flyway network sites by Year 6 (note: this is also included under output 2.4). 3.2 Results of project disseminated for the benefit of the global conservation community. The project will produce a wide range of technical information, including results of targeted research studies, evaluations of demonstration projects, and data from monitoring programmes. The project will make this information available to a wider audience of professionals involved in wetland and waterbird conservation through publication of reports in scientific journals and newsletters, presentation to workshops and conferences and through websites maintained by ICF and other project partners. National and international media coverage. COUNTRY: CHINA NATIONAL-LEVEL OUTPUTS 2.1 Input to national and sectoral legislation, policies, plans, and financial mechanisms in support of the conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity. Draft the China Waterbirds Conservation Action Plan and promote to be approved by SFA before the end of the project. Promote the Protection Regulations for Rare and Endangered Species to be approved by State Council. Establish Department of Wetland Management in SFA. 2.2 Wetland biodiversity input to provincial land use planning, water resource management and coastal zone management through baseline surveys, monitoring and improved inter-sectoral cooperation. Establish the consultation mechanism between the Songliao Water Resource Management Commission and the project sites and SFA in Northeast China. Establish the consultation mechanism between the Mountains, Rivers and Lakes Integrated Office in Jiangxi Province and SFA and Poyang Lake NNR. Make GIS maps on wetlands and their biodiversity for Songnen Plain and related technical reports will be finished Year 4. Suggest inclusion of policies on wetland biodiversity conservation in regional plans for Poyang Lake Basin and Songhua River Basin. 2.3 Monitoring programme on distribution and movements of Siberian Crane and other globally significant waterbird species. Conduct ground surveys of stopover locations and propose appropriate conservation measures in association with international satellite tracking studies of Siberian Cranes. Complete data sets for migration and wintering periods obtained from aerial and ground surveys of 4 NE China Project sites and Poyang lake Basin during Years 2-6. Exchange information on timing of migration with colleagues in eastern flyway regions in Russia. 2.4 Measures undertaken at national level to enhance international cooperation. SFA completes the process of accession to the CMS on behalf of the Chinese Government. SFA signs bilateral conservation agreements on migratory birds and their habitats between China and Russia, and between China and South Korea on behalf of the Chinese Government. B1-66

67 Finish the process of the accept ion of Keerqin NNR and Xianghai NNR to be the Ramsar sites. 6 more sites will be accepted as sites of NEACSN. Enhance the national capacity at NBBC for coordination of flyway conservation measures through employment of database officer and upgraded office facilities. 2.5 Training programme to enhance national capacity for wetland and waterbird management. Complete a detailed training needs assessment. Training programme will be designed to meet the weaknesses in capacity relating to skills and technoledge that are identified in training needs assessments (see training strategy annex for preliminary assessment). 2.6 Environmental education and public awareness measures at national level. Conduct surveys of awareness levels of selected target groups (to be identified) in Year 1 and Year 6 revealing increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values. A project awareness strategy will be developed in the initial stages of the project for national activities. Selected media and educational activities will be conducted at the national level, particularly along the flyway. To make results of targeted research, evaluations of demonstration projects, and data form monitoring programs available to wide audience through publications and presentations. COUNTRY: CHINA SITE NAME: POYANG LAKE BASIN 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Collect baseline information on illegal poaching of waterbirds in Year 2, and conduct surveys of numbers of waterbirds illegally harvested in the following project years. Upgrade police station to be sub-bureau for Poyang Lake NNR. Set up two new nature reserves for Poyang Lake Basin by end of Year 6 (minimum area 15,1973 ha). Six new county level protection stations will be established for Poyang Lake Basin. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Improve Poyang Lake NNR Master Plan. Develop community participatory action plan related to wetland restoration in Poyang Lake Basin. Establish community co-management committee for key sites at Poyang Lake Basin and meet at least twice per year. Establish baseline information on globally significant wetland biodiversity for the whole Poyang Lake basin by Year Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Conduct two community development pilot projects with the experiences of WWF Yangtze Project in association with the wetland restoration project to restore farmland to wetland. Conduct monitoring program of water levels and water quality. B1-67

68 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Conduct annual monitoring program for the distribution and abundance of waterbirds at each project site. Conduct ecological study on the relationships between water levels, waterbird food plants and waterbird distribution for Poyang Lake Basin. Make GIS maps that include distribution of principal habitats, biodiversity values, land use and related parameters for whole Poyang Lake Basin. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Assess the conservation awareness of local communities involved in the projects from at Year 2 and Year 6. Conduct community participatory eco-tourism model project. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Full quota of staff required for implementation of management plan (as specified in the plan) employed at project sites by Year 6. Complete extensive staff training (see national training strategy). Construct and purchase new infrastructure, instruments and equipment for the enhancement of the capacity for the implementation of the project activities. Establish advisory group for Poyang Lake Basin Management Committee and meet at least once each year from Year Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Construct Wetland Education Center. Develop education and public awareness plan on wetland education. Conduct public awareness surveys at Year 2 and Year 6. Publish educational materials according to the education plan and the results of public awareness surveys. COUNTRY: CHINA SITE NAME: ZHALONG NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Collect baseline information on illegal poaching of waterbirds in Year 2, and surveys of the numbers of waterbirds will be conducted in the following project years. Establish nature reserve management regulation and promote to be approved by Heilongjiang Legal Affairs Bureau. Develop middle and long-term protection and management plan for the reserve. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Complete community participation and public education plans. Establish community co-management committee and meet at least twice a year from Year 2. Establish Zhalong Water Management Plan by Qiqihar Environment Conservation Bureau, B1-68

69 Qiqihar Water Resource Bureau and the Reserve. Expand the existing eco-tourism plan for the reserve. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Establish a formal agreement by the Heilongjiang Provincial Government for the guaranteed supply of a minimum quantity of water (to be determined by end of Year 1) to Zhalong wetland. State Highway 301 Ecological Mitigation Project will be conducted and completed before the end of the project. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Conduct aerial and ground surveys for the Distribution and abundance of waterbirds in the wetland. Study the relationship between the reed harvest and the crane roosting and breeding. Conduct water monitoring program to determine water supply requirements of the wetland. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Conduct a reed cutting demonstration community project based on the research results from Implement the expanded eco-tourism plan. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Conduct training program specified in training plan. Construct and purchase new infrastructure, instruments and equipment for the capacity building. Construct eco-tourism infrastructure according to the new eco-tourism plan. 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Conduct public education activities, such as publish education materials, summer camping, etc. Improve the exhibition of the public education center by erecting interpretative displays, educational booklets or logos for free taking to the visitors. COUNTRY: CHINA SITE NAME: XIANGHAI NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Improve the management regulations for the reserve. Two new protection stations will be set up by the end of the project. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Develop the stakeholder participatory management plan for the reserve. Develop water resource co-management plan of Xianghai and Keerqin. Establish community co-management committee and meet at least twice a year. B1-69

70 Improve eco-tourism plan of the reserve. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Implement integrated prevention and control on desertification and salinization. Conduct monitoring and evaluation of resettlement program for the villages in the core areas. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Conduct ecological study on the relationships among water levels, vegetation and waterbirds. Conduct distribution and abundance of waterbirds by aerial and ground surveys. Study the water supply mechanism and management of the water diversion from Huolin River to Xianghai wetland. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Conduct a community development pilot project in sustainable agriculture. Implement the expanded eco-tourism plan. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Conduct staff training according to training plan. Establish provincial advisory group for the implementation of the project. Improve instruments and equipment for the reserve. Construct management and education infrastructure. 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Conduct educational activities for local communities, such as publish educational materials and booklets on environmental conservation, summer camping summer for local children. COUNTRY: CHINA SITE NAME: MOMOGE NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. No activities. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Develop management plan for the reserve. Establish three wetland protection stations to strengthen the capacity for conservation. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. No activities. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. B1-70

71 Conduct aerial and ground surveys for the distribution and abundance of waterbirds in and around the reserve. Conduct Baseline survey on wildlife, vegetation, and hydrology. Conduct wetland monitoring program for the changes in distribution and extent of wetland habitats and water quality monitored annually, with particular reference to oil field operations. Conduct impact assessment on oil pollution to the environment from oilfield operations, and suggest recommendations for oil pollution prevention and control measures. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. No activities. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Implement staff training according to training plan. Improve equipment for education and research. 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Establish public education center of the reserve for the local community and visitors. Conduct public education activities, such as publish educational materials and summer camping for local schools. COUNTRY: CHINA SITE NAME: KEERQIN NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. No activities. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Develop water resource co-management plan with Xianghai Reserve. Develop management plan for the reserve. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. No activities. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Conduct aerial and ground surveys for the distribution and abundance of waterbirds. Conduct baseline surveys on vegetation, hydrology, and wildlife. Conduct wetland monitoring program for the changes in distribution, extent and quality of wetland habitats and water quality, with particular reference to grazing and agricultural practices. B1-71

72 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. No activities. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Conduct staff training (ref. training plan). Improve equipment for research and education. 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values increased among stakeholders. Establish public education center. Conduct public education activities, such as publish educational materials and summer camping for local schools. COUNTRY: IRAN NATIONAL-LEVEL OUTPUTS 2.1 Input to national and sectoral legislation, policies, plans, and financial mechanisms in support of th conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity. Review species protection legislation and upgrade as necessary, including increased penalties for offences. Improve legislation relating to hunting, duck-trapping and use of aerial nets. Review other legislation and policies in relation to conservation of wetland sites and migratory species, and upgrade as necessary (in cooperation with Iranian Wetlands GEF Project, and Caspian Environment Programme). Improve legislation to provide increased level of protection to all wetlands and increased financial support for wetland management from the government and international source. Implement Caspian urban regeneration policy where this would benefit biodiversity conservation around project sites (e.g. removal of housing). Review and implement mechanisms for generating income to support conservation of key sites (e.g. through trapping license fees, visitor entrance fees, etc.). Implement new taxation measures under the Third National Socio-Economic Development Plan and subsequent plans in order to increase financial resources available to DoE. Long-term commitment from DoE for site management operational costs. 2.2 Wetland biodiversity input to provincial land use planning, water resource management and coast zone management through baseline surveys, monitoring and improved inter-sectoral cooperation. Develop and test guidelines on environmentally sustainable agriculture (pollution reduction & water resource management focus) in cooperation with Ministry of Agriculture and Caspian Environment Programme. Identify key sites and corridors for biodiversity conservation and prepare strategy for conservation of South Caspian wetlands in cooperation with Caspian Environment Programme. 2.3 Monitoring programme on distribution and movements of Siberian Crane and other globally significant migratory waterbird species. In line with the Conservation Plan under the CMS MoU, prepare a monitoring plan for Siberian Cranes and other globally significant migratory waterbird species sharing the same sites in Iran. B1-72

73 Establish management structure for monitoring plan, including communication lines between all levels (site, province, national, international). Conduct ground and aerial surveys of known and potential sites. Ensure results of monitoring are rapidly communicated to Western Flyway Coordination group, International Waterbird Census coordinator, Asian Waterbird Census Coordinator, coordinators of relevant waterbird specialist groups and other relevant experts. Compile and distribute annual reports on results of monitoring programme. 2.4 Measures undertaken at national level to enhance international cooperation. Complete procedure for Iran s membership of CMS. Complete procedure for Iran s membership of IUCN. Designate Fereydoon Kenar as a Ramsar Site. Designate Fereydoon Kenar as a Biosphere Reserve. Designate at least 3 sites as flyway network sites. Capacity building for DoE s Wildlife Bureau to increase their technical support to international agreements (management of databases on wetland sites, waterbird monitoring, species monitoring) in cooperation with Iranian Wetlands GEF project 1 database technical officer, computer equipment and training. Develop strategy for conservation of West Asia flyway network sites in Iran, in line with CMS MoU Conservation Plan and in consultation with West Asian Flyway Coordination Group. 2.5 Training programme to enhance national capacity for wetland and waterbird management Detailed training needs analysis and training strategy preparation. Training on PRA / RRA / community participation liaison for DoE site management staff. Training on visitor management for DoE site management staff. Training in visitor centre management & interpretation for DoE site education staff. Training in conflict management for DoE provincial office and site management staff and other relevant stakeholders. Training in integrated wetland management for DoE provincial office and site management staff and other relevant stakeholders. Training for local NGOs and communities in sustainable livelihood options such as tourism services, reserve management, etc., according to local needs. 2.6 Environmental education and public awareness measures at national level Prepare and distribute public awareness materials on migratory waterbird species protection for the South Caspian, focusing on Siberian Cranes. Events and meetings at national level on conservation of South Caspian Wetlands and their biodiversity. Booklet and poster on conservation of the Siberian Crane, as a flagship for wetlands. COUNTRY: IRAN SITE NAME: FEREYDOON KENAR, EZBARAN & SORKHE RUD DAMGAHS 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Establish non-shooting areas around each of the three damgahs, starting with Feredoon Kenar and subsequently covering the other two areas as a second step, depending on outcome of further consultations with local communities. Designate Fereydoon Kenar as a Ramsar Site and (if it qualifies) as a Biosphere Reserve (including the existing Wildlife Refuge). B1-73

74 Review possible inclusion of Ezbaran and Sorkhe Rud as extensions to the Fereydoon Kenar Ramsar Site and Biosphere Reserve, once adequate information is available, and depending on outcome of further consultations with local communities. Enforce non-shooting areas and Wildlife Refuge through establishment of a guard station as part of reserve HQ complex at Fereydoon Kenar, and posting of 6 guards, who will also cover Ezbaran and Sorkhe Rud damgahs. Demarcate boundaries for Wildlife Refuge, non-shooting areas, Ramsar site and potentially Biosphere Reserve with signs, plus larger interpretive signs explaining regulations at the sites. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Prepare and implement participatory management plan for Fereydoon Kenar (including Ezbaran and Sorkhe Rud), including zoning of the site and establishing regulations for each zone. Establish site management committee including local stakeholders. Establish co-management agreements with local communities through consultations. Establish and provide capacity building for local NGOs to support site management. Prepare guidelines for ecotourism development at the site. Control and manage tourism development at the site according to the management plan and tourism guidelines, including participation of local communities. Monitor water pollution and assess impacts of pollution on wetland habitats and biodiversity. Rehabilitation of remaining area of woodland around the wetland using native species. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Non-shooting areas to include buffer zones around sites of at least 1 km. Longer term goal to create a large non-shooting area covering all 3 damgahs and their buffer zones, following initial protection of Fereydoon Kenar. Monitor agricultural (non point source) pollution of waterways around sites, especially for fertilizers (nitrates, phosphates, ammonia & potassium), pesticides, herbicides and fungicides. Develop and apply guidelines for environmentally sound agriculture practices in cooperation with relevant local agencies and community organizations (see national component 2.2). Public awareness programme to raise awareness about site values and impacts of shooting (see 1.7). 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Establish multifunctional visitor / education / research centre at the site (see 1.7). Hire Environmental Monitoring Officer and Assistant to develop site monitoring and research programme (see 1.6). Develop programme of applied academic studies by postgraduate students from Iranian universities at the site s centre. Conduct a socio-economic study of waterfowl trapping, as a basis for sustainable management. Conduct ecological studies of Siberian Cranes to determine detailed habitat preferences and feeding behaviour as a basis for site management and identification of potential (re)-introduction sites. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Creation of a 6-ha reservoir for local rice-farmers on government land adjacent to Fereydoon Kenar damgahs. Promotion of employment opportunities for local community in site management, nature tourism, and training in relevant skills for selected groups. B1-74

75 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Develop staffing at the site, including 6 guards, 2 environmental education staff, 1 community liaison officer, 1 site manager (to look after the buildings and equipment), 2 environmental monitoring staff and 3 support staff. Develop complex of facilities including guard station, visitor / education / research centre, observation tower, aviary and accommodation located on government land outside the damgah to avoid disturbance. Provide and upgrade equipment for site management including communications, monitoring equipment, vehicles, audio-visual and educational equipment, etc. Provide training to DoE staff in community liaison, visitor management, waterbird monitoring and public education (also see national components). 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Prepare strategy for environmental education and public awareness (EPA), linked to the site management plan. Based upon EPA strategy, prepare activities and materials for different local target groups. Construct and equip visitor centre, observation tower and aviary, including information displays. Conduct education and public awareness programme on environmental impacts of agricultural treatments and activities targeted at local community, in cooperation with Ministry of Agriculture / Jihad. COUNTRY: IRAN SITE NAME: AMIRKELAYEH AND RUD POSHT 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Demarcate boundary of Amirkelayeh Wildlife Refuge and Ramsar Site using signs. Review legal status for Rud Posht and other surrounding wetland areas, especially in relation to extension of the Ramsar Site. Increase public awareness of the Wildlife Refuge functions and regulations. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Develop community outreach programme around Amirkelayeh Wildlife Refuge to control shooting and gain support of local communities for conservation. Review management options for control of duck trapping and shooting at Rud Posht and other surrounding areas. Establishment and capacity building for local NGOs to support site management and Siberian Crane conservation. Promote active local community participation in the monitoring of waterbirds and site management. Assess importance of Rud Posht for Siberian Cranes and other waterbirds through survey and monitoring activities, including International Waterbird Census. Monitor water and soil quality at site in relation to agrochemical pollution in cooperation with Ministry of Agriculture/Jihad. Assess impacts of pollution on wetland habitats and biodiversity. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. B1-75

76 No activities. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Socioeconomic study of waterfowl trapping activities in the area as a basis for sustainable management practices. Water quality assessment in cooperation with Caspian Environment Programme. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Provide training for members of local communities in sustainable livelihood activities, such as producing handicrafts. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Increase capacity of Amirkelayeh DoE staff to conduct environmental education and public awareness by employing 1 community education officer. Provide additional transportation (2 motorbikes). Provide training to DoE staff in community liaison, visitor management and public education (see 2.5). 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Prepare strategy for environmental education and public awareness, targeting local communities. Provide education / training equipment to reserve. Conduct public awareness programme on use of agrochemicals, in cooperation with Ministry of Agriculture. COUNTRY: IRAN SITE NAME: BUJAGH / SEFID RUD DELTA 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Upgrade protection status of Bujagh from Non-Hunting Area to Protected Area. Review options for expansion of Protected Area and Ramsar Site to include additional parts of Sefid Rud Delta. Survey, map and demarcate boundaries using signs. Acquire additional 7 ha of rice fields for reserve. Increase enforcement capacity by employing 8 extra guards. Establish 1 new guard station. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Prepare and publish participatory management plan for the Ramsar Site / Protected Area. Establish site management committee involving local stakeholders. Establish co-management agreements with local communities through consultation. Promote local community participation in the monitoring of waterbirds and site management. B1-76

77 Regular monitoring of waterbird populations and other parameters (to be determined) as part of management plan. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Monitor water pollution and assess impacts on wetland habitats and biodiversity. Link site management plan to coastal zone management plan under CEP. Link site management plan to watershed management for the Sefid Rud basin. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Develop applied research / monitoring programme in collaboration with local universities, including postgraduate student projects at the site. Develop coastal management strategy options for habitat management in cooperation with Caspian Environment Programme. Assess grazing regime and prepare guidelines for management of grazing within the site. Erect fencing for experimental grazing exclusion zones. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Promote environmentally sustainable alternative livelihood projects around site to reduce grazing, fishing and shooting pressure on the area and provide training to selected stakeholders. Promote ecotourism activities such as bird-watching and sport fishing. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Establish environmental monitoring station, with 2 technicians and 2 support staff. Increase capacity for education and public awareness through employment of 1 education / community liaison officer. Increase enforcement capacity by employing 8 extra guards. Provide equipment to support site protection and management, including communications, transport and monitoring equipment. Provide training to DoE staff in community liaison, visitor management and public education. 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Prepare strategy for environmental education and public awareness, linked to the site management plan. Based upon this strategy, prepare activities and materials for different local target groups. COUNTRY: KAZAKHSTAN NATIONAL - LEVEL OUTPUTS 2.1 Input to national legislation, policies, plans, and financial mechanisms in support of the conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity. Review legislation governing the conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity and increase penalties for offences. Review legislation regulating migrating waterbirds and wetland biodiversity efficient B1-77

78 conservation in cooperation with National GEF project on wetlands. Update legal documents to meet species conservation needs. Improve legal and institutional structures to facilitate implementation of programs for integrated management of globally significant wetland areas. Implement ecotourism development and management programme. Review and implement mechanisms to generate income to support key sites conservation (e.g. through hunting and fishing license fees). Improve procedure for the establishment of new Specially Protected Territories. 2.2 Wetland biodiversity input to oblast land use planning, water resource management and coastal zone management through baseline surveys, monitoring and improved inter-sectoral cooperation. Promote the management of biodiversity in agricultural areas. Implement programme on biodiversity-friendly fishing activities. Implement water resources management plan considering wetlands and their biodiversity. Zoning of key sites at oblast level. 2.3 Monitoring programme on distribution and movements of Siberian Crane and other globally significant waterbird species. In line with the Conservation Plan under the CMS MoU, prepare a monitoring plan for Siberian Cranes in Kazakhstan. Establish management structure for monitoring plan, including communication lines between all levels (site, oblast, national, international). Conduct field surveys to locate additional wetlands of importance to Siberian Cranes, based on satellite telemetry studies. Establish and maintain a database on monitoring programme. Prepare up to date maps of land use and other farming activities along the Siberian Crane migration routes. Ensure that results of monitoring are rapidly communicated to Western Flyway Coordination group and other relevant experts. Compile and distribute annual reports on results of monitoring programme. 2.4 Measures undertaken at national level to enhance international cooperation. Active international cooperation within the framework of the CMS MoU. Develop strategy for conservation of West Asia flyway network sites in Kazakhstan, in line with CMS MoU Conservation Plan and in cooperation with West Asian Flyway Coordination Group. Implement activities to expedite Kazakhstan s membership of the Ramsar and Bonn conventions and AEWA Agreement. Capacity building to increase technical support to international agreements (management of databases on wetland sites, waterbird monitoring, species monitoring) in cooperation with Kazakhstan Wetlands GEF project. 2.5 Training programme to enhance national capacity for wetland and waterbird management. Detailed training needs analysis and training strategy preparation, based on preliminary strategy in Annex L. Conduct special seminars and training for staff of FFHC, EP Department and wetland SPT personnel for project sites and other key sites. Provide training for FFHC staff on visitor management within project territories. Training in strategic planning & management planning for FFHC oblast structures and SPT management personnel. Training on wetland integrated management for FFHC territorial structures, SPT management B1-78

79 personnel and other relevant stakeholders. Training for local NGOs and communities in sustainable livelihood options such as tourism services, reserve management, etc., according to local needs. Implement programme for inter-sectoral cooperation on the conservation of globally significant biodiversity and key habitats, considering their needs and stakeholders experience. 2.6 Environmental education and public awareness measures at national level. Develop national education and public awareness strategy, in close coordination with national Kazakhstan Wetlands GEF Project. Prepare and distribute a series of TV programs about globally significant waterbirds and their habitats. Establish special section Kazakhstani Wetlands and globally significant biodiversity in the Republic s weekly newspaper EcoKurier. Prepare materials on globally significant Kazakhstan wetlands following the Ramsar Wetland Information Sheet format. Program on wetland biodiversity for schoolchildren and students. Increase awareness level among hunters and fishermen about globally significant species and their habitats. Develop public information displays at visitor centres and other suitable locations. Distribute poster on conservation of the Siberian Crane, as a flagship for wetlands. COUNTRY: KAZAKHSTAN SITE NAME: NAURZUM LAKE SYSTEM 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Enact Kostanay Oblast Akimat Regulation on extension of Naurzum State Nature Reserve by 280 ha including the adjoining Kulagol Lake. Survey & map boundaries of extended protected area. Demarcate boundaries with signs. Official designation of Naurzum lakes into the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance. Oblast Committee on water resources in conjunction with Oblast Environmental Department under supervision of Kostanay Oblast Akimat to develop a special plan to allocate additional financial resources to provide Naurzum lakes with water resources during drought years. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Prepare, publish and implement site management plan for extended Naurzum Lakes Nature Reserve. Improve the efficiency of activities under the agreement between Naurzum Nature Reserve administration and other entities concerning project territory management basics. Develop and approve special agreement between Naurzum Nature Reserve management and local communities concerning mutual activities to protect Siberian Cranes at the project territory. Establish site management committee (including local stakeholders) and convene regular community meetings. Conduct regular monitoring of waterbirds at the site. Develop and implement a special programme of activities for the NGO Naurzum to protect the Siberian Crane and its habitats. Naurzum Nature Reserve Administration to undertake measures to provide Siberian Cranes with required habitat conditions, according to the site management plan. B1-79

80 Prepare guidelines for ecotourism development at the project site. Draft outline plan for ecotourism development based on project site management plan and local communities involvement. Establish volunteer fire brigade at Karamende settlement. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Increase management efficiency for the 2 km buffer zone. Improve fire prevention measures, decrease number of fires, provide necessary equipment to plough fire prevention zones. Liquidate local earth dams to increase the flow of water in spring into the lake system. Develop and implement environmentally friendly methods of farming and fishing. Develop and implement programme to increase public awareness about the significance of the project site and the impact of shooting. Monitor agricultural pollution with input from regional department on environmental protection. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Create groups for multi-disciplinary applied field studies under scientific department of Naurzum Nature Reserve. Implement programme on integrated scientific research to conduct baseline biodiversity assessment and environmental monitoring. Develop applied field studies on relevant species and habitats with participation of Kostanay State University students. Conduct environmental research on detailed assessment of Siberian Crane resting and feeding site preferences as a basis for site management. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Implement Programme on hunting and fishing resources management. Programme on alternative methods of livelihood, foremost experience and methods dissemination. Implement programme for ecotourism development and management. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Conduct training seminars for nature reserve staff concerning ecotourism activity, waterbird monitoring and increase of local communities awareness. Prepare recommendation letter for FFHC on necessity to allocate additional financial means for efficient activity of nature reserves, which are important for the Siberian Crane in Kazakhstan. Recruit 8 additional guards, special protected territories agency officer & 4 support staff. Provide office and field equipment. Training for site staff (see output 2.5). 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among local stakeholders. Develop Education & Public Awareness plan with activities for different target groups, based upon programme for integrated management at the project territory. B1-80

81 Implement awareness and environmental education programme for Naurzum Rayon administration, personnel of nature reserve, Rayon Hunters and Fishermen Union, NGOs and other state and non-governmental structures. Develop / provide interpretation materials and audio-visual equipment for information centre. COUNTRY: KAZAKHSTAN SITE NAME: URKASH-ZHARSOR SYSTEM OF LAKES 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Implement Kostanay Oblast Akimat s Regulation on establishment of seasonal crane zakaznik under the management of Naurzum State Nature Reserve (strict ban for hunting, limited farming activity). Demarcate boundaries of seasonal zakaznik. Implement Naurzum Rayon Akimat s Regulation on identification of sites and terms for salt extraction in order to decrease this activity s impact on summer crane concentration at the area of Urkash Lake. Introduce special rules for water utilization among vegetable growing farmers at the freshwater lakes in the area of Druzhba settlement. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Include present site into one of the ecotourism routes. Establish seasonal staff presence for the period of crane concentration at the project site (July- September). Prepare and implement site management plan. Establish site management committee (including local stakeholders) with regular community consultation meetings. Monitor wetland habitats and waterbirds. Provide monitoring equipment. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Develop and implement environmentally-friendly farming methods in areas adjacent to the project site. Develop and implement the program to increase public awareness about project site significance and negative impacts of disturbance during summer Siberian Crane concentrations for human populations of the following settlements: Druzhba, Zholshara, Urkash, Tauksor, Bestau, Svobodny. Monitor agricultural pollution with input from regional dept for environmental protection. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Include site into the programme for integrated scientific research and environmental monitoring for Naurzum State Nature Reserve staff and scientific research institutes. Conduct regular census and other observations for Kostanay Oblast Forestry and Bioresources Committee in conjunction with Naurzum Nature Reserve s personnel. Include present project site into the long-term programme of works for Kostanay Oblast Environment Protection Committee. Conduct baseline biodiversity, socio-economic and grazing assessments through the above programmes. B1-81

82 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Development and implementation of pilot project on sustainable alternative livelihoods. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Increase site protection by 2 seasonal guards. Provision of mobile rangers trailer, 4WD vehicle, field equipment for guards. Training for site staff (see output 2.5). Draft recommendation letters for Kostanay Oblast and Naurzum Rayon Akimats to undertake additional measures aimed on efficient protection of crane s concentration key sites at Urkash Zharsor lake system. 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among local stakeholders. Develop an education & public awareness (EPA) plan for the site, including activities for different targeted groups, based on the programme for integrated management at the project site. Special group of instructors will conduct series of educational tours for farmers management, LLP s chairmen, leaders of local communities in order to increase awareness about project site global significance at the following settlements: Druzhba, Zholshara, Urkash, Tauksor, Bestau, Svobodny. Implement educational programme about globally significant species and their habitat among last year schoolchildren of the following settlements: Druzhba, Zholshara, Urkash, Tauksor, Bestau, Svobodny. Install informational billboards at the roads around main crane s summer concentration sites. COUNTRY: KAZAKHSTAN SITE NAME: KULYKOL LAKE 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Implement Kostanay Oblast Akimat Regulation on granting state zakaznik status to Kulykol Lake - Kulykol Hunting entity s Kulykol -Taldykol non shooting zone. Managing structure - Kostanay Oblast Union of Hunters and Fishermen. Demarcate zakaznik boundaries. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Develop and implement participatory management plan between Kostanay Oblast Union of Hunters and Fishermen and Kamystinsk Rayon Akimat. Develop and implement the programme of activities aimed for Siberian Crane protection for Kamystinsk Rayon Union of Hunters and Fishermen and managing structure of Kostanay Oblast Union of Hunters and Fishermen. Develop guidelines for ecotourism development at the project site. Develop outline plan for ecotourism development based on project site management plan and local communities involvement. Manage habitat condition for wetlands including water quality monitoring. Include present site into the Annual Observation Plan for Kostanay Oblast Environment Protection Department. Monitor use of site by waterbirds, with special attention to Siberian Cranes. B1-82

83 Provide monitoring equipment. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainable to decrease external pressures on the sites. Provide additional measures for sustainable water supply of Kulykol Lake. Develop and implement environmentally friendly methods of farming and fishing. Develop and implement programme to increase public awareness about significance of project territory and shooting impact, for population of the following settlements: Taldykol, Urkash, Sakharovka, Tauksor, Prirechnoye, Pushkino, Zhaulma. Monitor agricultural pollution with input from regional dept for environmental protection. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Include present site into scientific research institutes programs for integrated scientific research and ecomonitoring. Implement the programme for integrated scientific research and environmental monitoring. Develop applied field studies on wetlands and their biodiversity in conjunction with post-graduate students of Kostanay University, and under the management of Institute of Zoology, National Academy of Sciences. Conduct baseline assessments on wetland biodiversity, grazing and socio-economic conditions at the site as part of above programmes. Assess habitat preferences of Siberian Cranes for resting and feeding sites as a basis for site management. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Implement programme on hunting and fishing resources management. Implement programme for ecotourism development and management in conjunction with Finland NGO. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Prepare recommendation letters for Kamistinsk Rayon Akimat, Kostanay Oblast Akimat, Oblast department on Forestry and Bioresources about necessity to allocate additional financial means for Kulykol Lake efficient management. Increase site protection by 2 seasonal guards. Provision of mobile rangers trailer, 4WD vehicle, field equipment for guards. Training for site staff (see output 2.5). 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among local stakeholders. Development of education & public awareness (EPA) plan for the site. Implementation of education and public awareness activities according to the EPA Plan. Implement awareness and environmental education programme for Oblast Union of Hunters and Fishermen and Kamistynsk Rayon businesses. B1-83

84 COUNTRY: KAZAKHSTAN SITE NAME: TONTEGIR ZHANSHURA LAKE 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Implement Kostanay Oblast Akimat Regulation on establishment of the state nature reserve including strict ban on hunting wetland birds and control of fishing activity. Determine management structure. Demarcate boundaries of state nature reserve. Develop the scientific and technical-economy basis required to grant the zakaznik republic-level status. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Develop and approve special agreement on project site management principles between management and local organizations. Develop and implement the programme for integrated management of the project site. Develop and approve special agreement between Oblast Union of Hunters and Fishermen and local communities leaders concerning mutual activities to achieve protection of wetlands and Siberian Cranes at the project site. Develop and implement programme for activities aimed at protecting wetland habitats and Siberian Cranes for NGO Oblast Union of Hunters and Fishermen. Develop guidelines for ecotourism development at the project territory. Develop outline plan for ecotourism development based on project site management plan and local communities involvement. Implement programme for ecotourism development and management. Manage wetland habitats including water quality monitoring. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Increase efficiency of management for the seasonal zakaznik. Improve fire prevention measures, decrease number of fires. Develop and endorse special agreement between zakaznik s management structure and settlement Kara Myrza Akimat about rational water resource utilization in Kara Myrza River. Develop and implement environmentally friendly methods of farming and fishing. Develop and implement programme to increase public awareness about significance of project territory and shooting impact at the following settlements: Tun Tugur, Kozybay, Suigensay, Kara Myrza. Monitor agricultural pollution with input from regional dept of environmental protection. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Implement programme on integrated scientific research and environmental monitoring. Develop applied field studies on project species and habitat with participation of Kostanay State University students and scientific research institutes. Include project site into the Kostanay Oblast Environment Protection Department s Action Plan. Conduct baseline assessments on wetland biodiversity, grazing and socio-economic conditions at the site as part of above programmes. Assess habitat preferences of Siberian Cranes for resting and feeding sites as a basis for site management. B1-84

85 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant. Programme on alternative methods of livelihood, progressive experience and methods dissemination. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Conduct seminars for management body and Karasy Rayon Akimat about ecotourism activity development, waterbirds monitoring and public awareness raising. Increase site protection by 2 seasonal guards. Provision of mobile rangers trailer, 4WD vehicle, field equipment for guards. Training for site staff (see output 2.5). 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among local stakeholders. Development of education & public awareness (EPA) plan for the site. Implement awareness and environmental education programme for Karasy Rayon Akimat, Oblast Union of Hunters and Fishermen. COUNTRY: RUSSIA NATIONAL LEVEL OUTPUTS 2.1 Input to national and sectoral legislation, policies, plans, and financial mechanisms in support of the conservation of migratory waterbirds and wetland biodiversity. Harmonize local, regional legislation with federal legislation. Finance the reorganized and organized new nature protected territories during the GEF project and after its completion from local, regional and federal budgets. 2.2 Wetland biodiversity input to provincial land use planning, water resource management and coastal zone management through baseline surveys, monitoring and improved inter-sectoral cooperation. Analyze existing management plans (for Ramsar territory, for IUCN territory, for Biosphere Nature Reserves). Create on the base of this analysis the unified guidelines for management plans for protected areas including for this GEF project. Publish this guidance and to distribute to all territories. 2.3 Monitoring programme on distribution and movements of Siberian Crane and other globally significant migratory waterbird species. Prepare Siberian Crane Questionnaire that will be distributed along the West/ Central and East Flyway. Prepare unified Siberian Crane monitoring Program for each project site, including other globally significant waterbird species. Report results of monitoring programme to flyway coordinators for East and West Asia and make information on other waterbirds available to relevant experts and organizations. Maintain regular contact between sites in Russia and with experts in Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Iran during migration of Siberian Cranes to track movements. B1-85

86 Prepare recommendation for using GIS system in initial, middle and end studies of project. 2.4 Measures undertaken at national level to enhance international cooperation. Develop guidelines for collaboration with Russian Bird Conservation Union, Important Bird Areas project, Wetlands International, WWF, GEF-projects and NEACSNW. This program should include the form of sharing information. Promote this program throughout the flyways including printing and distribution of literature. 2.5 Training programme to enhance national capacity for wetland and waterbird management. Detailed training needs analysis and training strategy preparation, based on preliminary strategy in Annex L. Training programme will be designed to meet the weaknesses in capacity relating to skills and knowlnoledge that are identified in training needs assessments (see training strategy annex for preliminary assessment). 2.6 Environmental education and public awareness measures at national level. Conduct surveys of awareness levels of selected target groups (to be identified) in Year 1 and Year 6 revealing increase in awareness of wetland biodiversity values. A project awareness strategy will be developed in the initial stages of the project for national activities. Publicize GEF project in federal mass media. Prepare Siberian Crane in a Suitcase outreach program. Selected media and educational activities will be conducted at the national level, particularly along the flyway. To make results of targeted research, evaluations of demonstration projects, and data form monitoring programs available to wide audience through publications and presentations. B1-86

87 COUNTRY RUSSIA SITE NAME: KUNOVAT RIVER BASIN WETLANDS 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. According to UNESCO create complex Biosphere Nature Reserve including such zones as: Biosphere Reserve Kernel ( ha) the territory of present Kunovatsky zakaznik; Biosphere polygon ( ha) the territory of Region Nature Park which will be created; Buffer zone ( ha). According to Federal Law On specially protected natural territories (SPNT) ( ) renovate the Federal Kunovatsky Zakaznik Regulation. Prepare the Regional Nature Park Regulation. Prepare agreement documentation for creation of the complex Biosphere Nature Reserve. Prepare Technical Documentation for necessary infrastructure for complex Biosphere Nature Reserve. Prepare staff documentation and Terms of Reference for each person. Complete all Local Level Government and Native Tribe Agreements for creation Biosphere Nature Reserve. Organize Biosphere Nature Reserve. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Prepare the Biosphere Nature Reserve Management Plan, which will include the involving the Native People and Stakeholders in the area around the proposed Biosphere Nature Reserve concerning wetland conservation issues. Conduct feasibility study for ecological tourism in this Management Plan including infrastructure requirements, legal requirements, and pilot study. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. No activities. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Develop and implement monitoring in relation to management plan objectives, based on suitable indicators. Conduct baseline studies of biodiversity according to Biosphere Reserve Network Rules. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Hire local people for reserve management. Optimize traditional land use (see Threat Analyzes) in Biosphere Polygon and Buffer Zone of Biosphere Nature Reserve. B1-87

88 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Provide equipment for reserve management. Hire 10 staff for Biosphere Nature Reserve. Conduct training courses for Biosphere Nature Reserve staff and West Siberia Management (see training plan). 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Distribute information about the goal of the Kunovat Biosphere Nature Reserve, the role of KBR in the biodiversity protection and the role of the GEF project. Publicize the roles of project sites in global biodiversity conservation and participation of stakeholders through articles in newspapers and magazines, regional and federal TV programs, and videos. Implement Siberian Crane in a Suitcase outreach program. Conduct surveys of wetland users in year 2 and 5 of project to measure success in changing attitudes and behavior (i.e., reduce disturbance or poaching). COUNTRY: RUSSIA SITE NAME: KONDA AND ALYMKA RIVERS BASIN WETLANDS 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sties. Complete legal documents to enforce the wetland protection zakazniks Stershinyi-1 and Stershinyi-2 in Tyumen Oblast. Complete legal documents to organize a regional level zakaznik (about ha) in Kondinskyi district of Khanty-Mansi Autonomic Region in the territory adjacent to the Stershinyi-1 and Stershinyi-2 zakazniks. Prepare the technical documents for necessary infrastructure for these zakazniks. Prepare staff documentation and Terms of Reference for each person. Secure agreements from local level government agencies for creation of new zakaznik. Secure federal protection for the three zakazniks listed above. Enforce existing laws for exploration drilling and oil mining especially for the territories that are adjacent to protected wetlands. Determine and enforce penalties and compensation values when oil and gas exploration laws are broken. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Prepare coordinated management plans for all three zakazniks taking into account that all zakazniks are in separate districts of Tyumen oblast, but they are geographically in adjacent territories. Involve local people and oil and gas companies that propose gas and oil exploration drilling in this territory in the work concerning the Biodiversity Conservation and Management of these three zakazniks Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Enforce existing laws for use of forest, hunting and fishing resources on territories adjacent to the protected wetlands. B1-88

89 Enforce the ecological control for oil and gas exploration in areas adjacent to protected areas, especially concerning pollution, soil damage, and waste management. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Develop and implement monitoring in relation to management plan objectives, based on suitable indicators. Conduct baseline studies of biodiversity. Place PTTs on the wild Siberian cranes juveniles in Uvat (this site) or Iran to clarify the migration route, stopover sites, alternative wintering grounds, and sub-adult summering areas. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. No activities. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Provide equipment for management of 3 zakazniks. Hire 9 (local people) for three zakazniks staff. Conduct training courses for zakazniks staff and West Siberia Management (see training plan). 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values raised among stakeholders. Distribute information about the goal of the three zakazniks, the role of the zakazniks in Biodiversity Protection, and the role of the GEF project. Publicize the roles of project sites in global biodiversity conservation and participation of stakeholders through articles in newspapers and magazines, regional and federal TV programs, and videos. Implement Siberian Crane in a Suitcase outreach program. Conduct surveys of wetland users in year 2 and 5 of project to measure success in changing attitudes and behavior (i.e., reduce disturbance or poaching). COUNTRY: RUSSIA SITE NAME: TRANS-BOUNDARY WETLAND TERRITORIES BETWEEN TYUMEN AND KURGAN OBLASTS B1-89

90 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. According to Federal Law On specially protected natural territories (SPNT) ( ) renovate the Federal Belozersky Zakaznik Regulation. Prepare legal documents to organize the regional zakaznik Chernoye Ozero (about 200, 000 ha) in the Armizon District of Tyumen Oblast. Prepare the technical documents for necessary infrastructure for these zakazniks. Prepare staff documentation and terms of reference for each person. Secure agreements from local level government agencies (oblast and rayon) for creation of new zakaznik. Secure federal protection for the zakazniks listed above. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Prepare coordinated management plans for the Belozersky and Chernoe Ozero zakazniks. Involve local people and stakeholders (especially in agriculture and hunting) in the management of the protected areas and biodiversity conservation problems. 1.3 Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Enforce forest, hunting and fishing laws for the territories adjacent to the protected wetlands. Enforce rules for agricultural chemicals that negatively impact on water birds and water quality. 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Develop and implement monitoring in relation to management plan objectives, based on suitable indicators. Conduct baseline studies of biodiversity. Collaborate with BirdLife International on Important Bird Area (IBA) investigations. Conduct ground surveys for Siberian Cranes based on results of PTT data in this region. Develop and implement a compensation program for farmers experiencing crop damage by water birds. Plant crops to lure birds away from agricultural fields to improve relationships between farmers and water birds. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Hire 5-8 local people in the staff of new organized zakaznik. Hire local people to plant lure crops for cranes in zakaznik. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Provide equipment for management of 2 zakazniks. Hire 5-8 zakazniks staff of local people. Conduct training courses for zakaznik staff and West Siberia Management (see training plan). B1-90

91 1.7 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Distribute information about the goal of the two zakazniks, the role of the zakazniks in biodiversity protection, and the role of the GEF project. Publicize the roles of project sites in global biodiversity conservation and participation of stakeholders through articles in newspapers and magazines, regional and federal TV programs, and videos. Develop strategy to improve the relationships between farmers and water birds to decrease human pressure on water birds and to increase local understanding and support for biodiversity conservation issues. Implement Siberian Crane in a Suitcase outreach program. Conduct surveys of wetland users in year 2 and 5 of project to measure success in changing attitudes and behavior (i.e., reduce disturbance or poaching). COUNTRY: RUSSIA SITE NAME: KYTALYK WETLANDS 1.1 Appropriate legal protection, clear regulations and identified enforcement responsibilities in place at selected project sites. Optimize normative acts under Sakha Republic (Yakutian) legislation on special protected areas, endangered species, and small populations of native people of Sakha Republic by Year 5. Increase the territory of Kytalyk Resource Reserve (KRR) in: 1)Elon River forest tundra zone (~200,000 ha), 2) northeast of KRR and along southern border, 3) along south bank of Elon River, and 4) in Alazeya zone of Chaigurgino northeast KRR (about 300,000 ha). Establish agreement between Sakha Republic Ministry of Internal Affairs, Sakha Republic Ministry of Nature Protection, and Chokurdakh local authorities to improve legal structure for ecotourism for quick processing of invitations and travel permits. 1.2 Participatory management plans for the conservation of selected project sites developed and implemented. Prepare management plan for KRR as a model for other breeding territories of cranes in Sakha Republic, including zoning of site and establishing regulations for each zone. Update management plans for new areas added to KRR. Involve existing site management committee (Coordination Council) in review and approval of site management plan. Council must sign plan. Prepare guidelines for ecotourism development at the site, and control and manage ecotourism according to the management plan and tourism guidelines, including participation of local communities Areas around selected project sites managed sustainably to decrease external pressures on the sites. Enforce the regulations for traditional nature resources use (hunting, fishing, caribou herds and collection wilds plants and so on) in surrounding areas. Prevent poaching of fish and disturbance to eider ducks and other breeding birds along border of coastal areas in Indigirka lowlands. Enforce regulations against egg collection, especially eider ducks. B1-91

92 1.4 Implementation of site management plans is supported by application of results of targeted research projects. Develop and implement monitoring in relation to management plan objectives, based on suitable indicators. Conduct baseline studies of biodiversity. Capture and mark a total of Siberian cranes in Years 1-3 to identify important migration resting areas and summering areas for juveniles. Conduct surveys based on results of PTT data in this region. 1.5 Sustainable, alternative livelihood projects developed with local communities in and around wetland sites to decrease pressures on globally significant biodiversity. Hire 2 local community members as staff of KRR. Hire education staff person based in Yakutsk to conduct seasonal education programs at KRR and to develop education materials for use throughout eastern Russia. This person would also develop ecotourism program. Conduct ecotourism pilot study. Create the regional and local infrastructure for ecotourism including communications, travel permits, transport, accommodation, meals, safety, ecological expedition route, and interpretative materials. Employ local people in KRR to conduct ecotourism programs as coordinators and expert guides as program is developed. 1.6 Capacity of staff of relevant agencies strengthened to ensure effective implementation of site management plans. Provide equipment for site management. Hire 2 KRR staff. Conduct training courses for zakaznik staff and West Siberia Management Group (see training plan). Provide equipment for Education program. 1.7 Awareness of wetland biodiversity values increased among stakeholders. Distribute information about the role of KRR in biodiversity protection, and the role of the GEF project. Publicize the roles of project sites in global biodiversity conservation and participation of stakeholders through articles in newspapers and magazines, regional and federal TV programs, and videos. Prepare and distribute a booklet on Siberian Cranes and Wetlands. Prepare education program for local people. Prepare, distribute, and analyze questionnaires for children and KRR user groups. Implement Siberian Crane in a Suitcase outreach program. Conduct surveys of wetland users in year 2, and 5 of project to measure success in changing attitudes and behavior (i.e., reduce disturbance and/or poaching). Conduct surveys of local communities in year 2 and 5 of project to evaluate attitudes towards ecotourism. B1-92

93 ANNEX B2. MAP OF PROJECT SITES AND MIGRATORY FYLWAYS B2-93

94 Figure 1. Project Site Locations in the Western and Eastern Flyways of the Siberian Crane CHINA 1 Poyang Lake Basin 2 Keerqin 3 Xianghai 4 Momoge 5 Zhalong RUSSIA 6 Kytalyk Resource Reservation 7 Kunovat River Basin 8 Konda Alymka Rivers Basin 9 Tyumen-Kurgan Transboundary Wetlands KAZAKHSTAN IRAN 10 Naurzum 11 Zharsor-Urkash 12 Kulykol 13 Tontegir-Zhansura 14 Fereydoon Kenar/Ezbaran/Sorkhe Rud 15 Amirkelayeh/Rud Posht 16 Bujagh/Sefid Rud Delta B2-94

95 Figure 2. West Asian Flyway of the Siberian Crane Including Project Sites and Other Important Wetlands B2-95

96 Figure 3. East Asian Flyway of the Siberian Crane Including Project Sites and Other Important Wetlands B2-96