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In this article, scientists explore if and how climate and weather are connected to very large wildland fires to help…In this article, scientists explore if and how climate and weather are connected to very large wildland fires to help predict and prepare for future events. -
Bark beetles and their effects on pine trees have been an important research topic for many years. More than forty…Bark beetles and their effects on pine trees have been an important research topic for many years. More than forty years ago, Forest Service entomologists Robert L. Lyon and Kenneth... -
A world of wonder awaits just below the surface, and this distance learning adventure explores these amazing places. Specially adapted…A world of wonder awaits just below the surface, and this distance learning adventure explores these amazing places. Specially adapted animals, beautiful mirror pools, sparkling crystals, domed caverns, and twisting... -
“Caves LIVE: Live Q&A from Luray Caverns” was videotaped live from Luray Caverns in Virginia. Scientists answered student-submitted questions about…“Caves LIVE: Live Q&A from Luray Caverns” was videotaped live from Luray Caverns in Virginia. Scientists answered student-submitted questions about caves. -
A world of wonder awaits just below the surface. “CavesLIVE: Bringing Caves and Karst to Light” explores cave ecology, geology,…A world of wonder awaits just below the surface. “CavesLIVE: Bringing Caves and Karst to Light” explores cave ecology, geology, hydrology, and conservation, as well as human uses of caves.... -
In this activity, you will go outside and observe the trees in your neighborhood or at your school. You’ll note…In this activity, you will go outside and observe the trees in your neighborhood or at your school. You’ll note which trees look healthy, draw a tree you see, and... -
Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students meet…Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students meet Dr. Lara Roman who studies urban trees. -
Big-leaf mahogany is a tree species known for its beautiful wood. Over time, humans have cut down many big-leaf mahogany…Big-leaf mahogany is a tree species known for its beautiful wood. Over time, humans have cut down many big-leaf mahogany trees for use in furniture and other products. Because of…
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To ensure that big-leaf mahogany harvesting is sustainable, scientists and land managers must know the conditions in which mahogany grows.…To ensure that big-leaf mahogany harvesting is sustainable, scientists and land managers must know the conditions in which mahogany grows. Therefore, the scientists in this study wanted to examine how... -
Forests provide many resources to society. To provide these resources, forest managers are continually working on tree improvement. Tree improvement…Forests provide many resources to society. To provide these resources, forest managers are continually working on tree improvement. Tree improvement is the process of growing trees with the best wood...
