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Abstract
In a High Arctic lowland ecosystem wind transported organic matter is frequently deposited in late snowbank habitats on the slopes of raised beachridges. Analysis of this detritus indicates its principal source is the adjacent snow-free beachcrest. In some snowbank locations this wind transported detritus may account for 10 to 20% of the yearly accumulation of organic matter and may provide an additional supply of nutrients.