The collection of information is
necessary in order to better understand berry dynamics in the
Yukon-Kuskokwim (YK) delta and future impacts to berry resources
that may result from climate change induced ecological and weather
changes. Berries are an important subsistence resource for human
populations and bird populations in this region. Information will
be collected in the form of a cultural consensus survey concerning
four different berry species (local names: cloudberries, red
berries, blackberries, and blueberries). Cultural consensus surveys
are dichotomous surveys in which the survey participant is forced
to answer yes/no true/false. In this way analysis of the surveys
can reveal a community-wide consensus of correct answers for each
question. This is a new collection, therefore the agency has not
made use of any information.
US Code:
15 USC 2901-2908 Name of Law: The National Cimate Program Act
of 197
This is a new collection.
Berries are an important food source of indigenous peoples that is
affected by climate. This collection will assist with understanding
the effects of climate in the polar regions and the adoption of
alternative food sources by native people.
$31,454
No
No
No
No
No
Uncollected
James Sayer 650 329-4093
jsayer@usgs.gov
No
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.