Sustaining Young Forest Communities

Author : Cathryn Greenberg,Beverly Collins,Frank Thompson III
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2011-08-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789400716209

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This edited volume addresses a rising concern among natural resource scientists and management professionals about decline of the many plant and animal species associated with early-successional habitats, especially within the Central Hardwood Region of the USA. These open habitats, with herbaceous, shrub, or young forest cover, are disappearing as abandoned farmland, pastures, and cleared forest patches return to forest. There are many questions about “why, what, where, and how” to manage for early successional habitats. In this book, expert scientists and experienced land managers synthesize knowledge and original scientific work to address questions on such topics as wildlife, water, carbon sequestration, natural versus managed disturbance, future scenarios, and sustainable creation and management of early successional habitat in a landscape context.

Author : Cathryn Greenberg,Beverly S. Collins,Frank Thompson III
Publisher : Springer
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9400716214

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Sustaining Young Forest Communities by Cathryn Greenberg,Beverly S. Collins,Frank Thompson III Pdf

This edited volume addresses a rising concern among natural resource scientists and management professionals about decline of the many plant and animal species associated with early-successional habitats, especially within the Central Hardwood Region of the USA. These open habitats, with herbaceous, shrub, or young forest cover, are disappearing as abandoned farmland, pastures, and cleared forest patches return to forest. There are many questions about “why, what, where, and how” to manage for early successional habitats. In this book, expert scientists and experienced land managers synthesize knowledge and original scientific work to address questions on such topics as wildlife, water, carbon sequestration, natural versus managed disturbance, future scenarios, and sustainable creation and management of early successional habitat in a landscape context.

Author : Brian J. Palik,Anthony W. D'Amato
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2023-10-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781119890935

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Ecological Silvicultural Systems by Brian J. Palik,Anthony W. D'Amato Pdf

ECOLOGICAL SILVICULTURAL SYSTEMS Unleash the natural power and adaptability of forests with this cutting-edge guide For generations, silvicultural systems have focused largely on models whose primary objective is the production of timber, leading to drastically simplified forests with reduced ecological richness, diversity, and complexity. Ecological silviculture, by contrast, focuses on producing and maintaining forests with “all their parts”—, that is, with the diversity and flexibility to respond and adapt to global changes. Ecological silviculture seeks to emulate natural development models and sustain healthy forests serving multiple values and goals. Ecological Silvicultural Systems provides a comprehensive introduction to these approaches and their benefits tailored to diverse types of forests, designed for forest management professionals. It provides a series of exemplary models for ecological silviculture and surveys the resulting forest ecosystems. The result is a text that meets the needs of professionals in forestry and natural resource management with an eye towards sustaining healthy forest ecosystems, adapting them to climate change, protecting them from invasive species, and responding to changing market forces. Ecological Silvicultural Systems readers will also find: Detailed treatment of forest ecosystems in North America, Europe, South America, and Australia A broad field of contributors with decades of combined expertise on multiple continents Discussion of pine woodlands; temperate hardwood forests, boreal forests, temperate rainforests, and more Ecological Silvicultural Systems is a useful reference for professional foresters, wildlife habitat managers, restoration ecologists, and undergraduate and graduate students in any of these fields.

Author : Cathryn H. Greenberg,Beverly S. Collins
Publisher : Springer
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2015-10-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783319215273

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Natural Disturbances and Historic Range of Variation by Cathryn H. Greenberg,Beverly S. Collins Pdf

This book discusses the historic range of variation (HRV) in the types, frequencies, severities and scales of natural disturbances, and explores how they create heterogeneous structure within upland hardwood forests of the Central Hardwood Region (CHR). The book was written in response to a 2012 forest planning rule which requires that national forests to be managed to sustain ‘ecological integrity’ and within the ‘natural range of variation’ of natural disturbances and vegetation structure. Synthesizing information on HRV of natural disturbance types, and their impacts on forest structure, has been identified as a top need.

Author : Ellen Mary Donoghue,Victoria Elmore Sturtevant
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Law
ISBN : UOM:39015079336734

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Forest Community Connections by Ellen Mary Donoghue,Victoria Elmore Sturtevant Pdf

First Published in 2008. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Author : Guy R. Larocque
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 625 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-01-13
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781482247862

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Ecological Forest Management Handbook by Guy R. Larocque Pdf

Forests are valued not only for their economic potential, but also for the biodiversity they contain, the ecological services they provide, and the recreational, cultural, and spiritual opportunities they provide. The Ecological Forest Management Handbook provides a comprehensive summary of interrelated topics in the field, including management con

Author : John A. Stanturf
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 561 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2015-08-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781482211979

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Restoration of Boreal and Temperate Forests by John A. Stanturf Pdf

Humans have influenced the landscapes and forests throughout the temperate and boreal zones for millennia. Restoration of Boreal and Temperate Forests, Second Edition focuses on the negative impact of human activity, and explains the importance of forest restoration as a way to repair habitat, restore forest structure and function, and counteract the lasting effects of humanity. The book offers broad geographic coverage, as well as a combination of review and case study chapters providing social and policy contexts for restoration of specific forest types. This revised edition begins with a historical context for restoration, provides a conceptual framework for understanding the relationship between degradation and restoration, and defines terms within that framework. While building on the first edition, it presents the response of restorationists to the current challenges of interpreting scattered science on forest history, stand development, and natural processes. It combines applicable experience designed to improve present and future ecological and social sustainability. Describes restoration in the context of rapid social, economic, environmental, and climate change Looks toward the future, presenting several completely new topics in forest restoration Covers different starting points for restoration, from non-forest to degraded forest Restoration of Boreal and Temperate Forests, Second Edition aids in the understanding of the diverse cultural and ecological contexts for restoration of temperate and boreal forests, and the creation of a better foundation of documented knowledge to support future and existing restoration decisions.

Author : Philip Joseph Burton
Publisher : NRC Research Press
Page : 1056 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Science
ISBN : 0660187620

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Towards Sustainable Management of the Boreal Forest by Philip Joseph Burton Pdf

Presenting a summary of the development in boreal forest management, this book provides a progressive vision for some of the world's northern forests. It includes a selection of chapters based on the research conducted by the Sustainable Forest Management Network across Canada. It includes a number of case histories.

Author : Catherine Woods Richardson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Forest management
ISBN : UCR:31210022825473

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Stability and Change in Forest-based Communities by Catherine Woods Richardson Pdf

Author : Michael Hibbard,Matthew S. Carroll,Steven E. Daniels,Brett Kencairn,Paul Sommers
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 71 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1996-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780788171635

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Frameworks for Sustainable Forests and Communities by Michael Hibbard,Matthew S. Carroll,Steven E. Daniels,Brett Kencairn,Paul Sommers Pdf

Collectively, the chapters in this exploratory study constitute a review of community economic development as a response in the Pacific Northwest to the globalization of the timber industry. The history of federal policies concerning forest communities & timber production is discussed, & recent social & economic changes that are profoundly affecting forest communities are examined. Case studies of new approaches to creating jobs & wealth in forest communities are presented as well as research into the link between economic development & social & political development. Charts & tables.

Author : Terry Marsden
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2008-01-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780080453637

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Sustainable Communities by Terry Marsden Pdf

Reviews the literatures on sustainable communities. This volume explores and analyzes the policies, practices and strategies related to community involvement and how this shapes local environmental contexts. It debates and shares experiences generated through the various empirical studies.

Author : James M. Vose,Kier D. Klepzig
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781466572768

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Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Management Options by James M. Vose,Kier D. Klepzig Pdf

Forest land managers face the challenges of preparing their forests for the impacts of climate change. However, climate change adds a new dimension to the task of developing and testing science-based management options to deal with the effects of stressors on forest ecosystems in the southern United States. The large spatial scale and complex interactions make traditional experimental approaches difficult. Yet, the current progression of climate change science offers new insights from recent syntheses, models, and experiments, providing enough information to start planning now for a future that will likely include an increase in disturbances and rapid changes in forest conditions. Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Management Options: A Guide for Natural Resource Managers in Southern Forest Ecosystems provides a comprehensive analysis of forest management options to guide natural resource management in the face of future climate change. Topics include potential climate change impacts on wildfire, insects, diseases, and invasives, and how these in turn might affect the values of southern forests that include timber, fiber, and carbon; water quality and quantity; species and habitats; and recreation. The book also considers southern forest carbon sequestration, vulnerability to biological threats, and migration of native tree populations due to climate change. This book utilizes the most relevant science and brings together science experts and land managers from various disciplines and regions throughout the south to combine science, models, and on-the-ground experience to develop management options. Providing a link between current management actions and future management options that would anticipate a changing climate, the authors hope to ensure a broader range of options for managing southern forests and protecting their values in the future.

Author : Jonathan Kusel,Elisa Adler
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0742525856

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Forest Communities, Community Forests by Jonathan Kusel,Elisa Adler Pdf

A collection of stories about thirteen communities in the United States in their efforts to protect and restore community forests. It explores the struggles and opportunities faced by people as they work to invest in natural capital, reverse decades of poor forest practices, tackle policy gridlock, and address community as well as ecological health. Visit our website for sample chapters!

Author : T. Fujimori
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2001-10-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780080551517

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Ecological and Silvicultural Strategies for Sustainable Forest Management by T. Fujimori Pdf

Recognizing the increased interest in forest management world wide, this book addresses the current knowledge gap by defining sustainable forest management, clarifying methods by which ecological knowledge can be applied and how traditional silvicultural methods can be improved. Sustainable forest management involves the enhancement of various aspects of forest functions such as conservation of biodiversity, conservation of soil and water resources, contribution to the global carbon cycle as well as wood production. To establish ecological and silvicultural theories to enhance these functions harmoniously, recognizing the relationship between stand structures and their functions is essential. This volume presents target stand structures for aimed forest functions in relation to stand development stages, as well as ecological and silvicultural methods to lead and maintain them. Ecological and silvicultural strategies are discussed, both on stand and landscape levels, and from local to international levels in temperate and boreal forest zones.

Author : Carol J. Pierce Colfer
Publisher : Resources for the Future
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781933115139

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The Complex Forest by Carol J. Pierce Colfer Pdf

First Published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.