Which of the following is NOT one of the phases listed in the Waterways Action Plan?

The phases listed in the Waterways Action Plan typically focus on maintaining and enhancing waterway health and management. The phases generally include watching, action, and recovery, which align with proactive and reactive strategies to conserve waterways.

Planning, while an essential step in any management process, is often seen as a precursor to the other phases rather than a standalone phase within the specific framework of the Waterways Action Plan. Therefore, it is not included in the main phases of action that drive immediate response and management strategies outlined in the plan. This highlights the focus on active engagement with waterways, emphasizing monitoring, implementing measures, and recovering or restoring aquatic environments.