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The scientists in this study were interested in looking at how prescribed fire affects longleaf pine forests and their ability…The scientists in this study were interested in looking at how prescribed fire affects longleaf pine forests and their ability to store carbon. The scientists also wanted to know how... -
The cascade of effects that result from the presence of a tiny invasive species can be fascinating, surprising, and maybe…The cascade of effects that result from the presence of a tiny invasive species can be fascinating, surprising, and maybe more extensive than one would expect. In this case, scientists... -
In this study, scientists wanted to examine how the harvest of horseshoe crabs in Delaware Bay affects the red knot.…In this study, scientists wanted to examine how the harvest of horseshoe crabs in Delaware Bay affects the red knot. The red knot is a migratory bird. The red knot... -
The scientists in this study developed a process to help managers identify management priorities. As conditions change over time, the…The scientists in this study developed a process to help managers identify management priorities. As conditions change over time, the managers wanted to adapt their management priorities to fit the... -
As the climate changes, the tree species living in a forest may also change. This change means that some trees…As the climate changes, the tree species living in a forest may also change. This change means that some trees species may die and new species may move into the... -
Denali National Park in Alaska has one of the largest reported golden eagle nesting populations. Golden eagles are legally protected…Denali National Park in Alaska has one of the largest reported golden eagle nesting populations. Golden eagles are legally protected to help the population survive. Park managers were not sure... -
The scientists in this study wanted to know how rising levels of carbon dioxide in the troposphere might affect the…The scientists in this study wanted to know how rising levels of carbon dioxide in the troposphere might affect the amount of carbon sent belowground by trees and made available... -
Learn more about the history of Smokey Bear, the mascot of one of the longest running public service advertising campaigns.Learn more about the history of Smokey Bear, the mascot of one of the longest running public service advertising campaigns. -
The first and second generation of Moon Trees sprouted out of a partnership between the USDA Forest Service and NASA.…The first and second generation of Moon Trees sprouted out of a partnership between the USDA Forest Service and NASA. Learn more about the history of the Moon Tree projects,... -
The Youth Forest Monitoring Program (YFMP) is a summer internship program for students in grades 9 12. Participants learn about…The Youth Forest Monitoring Program (YFMP) is a summer internship program for students in grades 9 12. Participants learn about forest ecology, explore their local forest lands, engage in forest...
