The document summarizes the natural resources and ecological monitoring efforts within national parks in the Mid-Atlantic region that are part of the Mid-Atlantic Network. The Network monitors 10 parks from southern Pennsylvania to southern Virginia across diverse ecosystems. Shenandoah National Park serves as the prototype for the Network's long-term ecological monitoring program. The goal of the program is to understand the status and trends of natural resources in the parks to inform park management decisions. It also describes the 12 core natural resource inventories that the Network is working to complete for each park to establish baseline information.
Silvopastoral systems d_casaubon et al_peri et al eds_aaf 2016DanielSomma
This document provides information about silvopastoral systems in the Delta region of Argentina. It discusses the history and environmental characteristics of the Delta region, which includes temperate wetlands along the Paraná River. Silvopastoral systems that integrate tree plantations of species like poplar and willow with cattle raising have increased in the last 15 years. The document describes management techniques for these systems, including using wider spacing for tree planting to allow for a productive understory of grasses and establishment of cattle earlier without damage to trees. The goal is sustainable production of wood, forage, and beef through optimizing the balance between components of the silvopastoral system.
The Bear Rocks Preserve in West Virginia is evaluated as a potential National Natural Landmark for its representation of plateaus in the Appalachian Plateaus region. The flat-lying landforms at Bear Rocks resulted from uplift and erosion following continental collision. Evidence of crustal movement can be seen within the preserve. It supports a rare boreal ecosystem with stunted red spruce trees, exposed rock, bogs, and heath shrubs providing habitat for over 190 plant species adapted to harsh conditions. A comparative study found that while another site shares many significance criteria, the greater elevation and illustrative geology and ecosystem of Bear Rocks better represent the characteristics of a plateau in the region. It is recommended that Bear
Dafeng zhonghua elk garden scenic spot, yancheng city, jiangsu provinceJourney Han
1) The Jiangsu Dafeng Elk National Nature Reserve is located in Yancheng City, Jiangsu Province. It is the world's largest elk nature reserve with over 2,000 elk.
2) The reserve was established in 1986 after importing elk from the UK. It has since grown to become an important ecotourism destination receiving over 1 million visitors.
3) The elk population has increased 25-fold at the reserve, making it a success story for species conservation and restoration of the elk population to the wild. The reserve now supports a variety of wildlife and has become an important wetland ecosystem.
REP126 Ecology and Biodiversity of upper Tabalong,J Payne,ApJunaidi Payne
This document summarizes an ecology report on the upper Tabalong region of South Kalimantan, Indonesia. It describes the forest types, plant and animal species diversity, and conservation issues in the area. Over 400 tree species were recorded, along with new fish and insect species. While biodiversity is typical of Bornean dipterocarp forests, population densities of some mammals and birds appear lower due to logging, drought, fire and hunting. The report discusses balancing conservation and production forestry through sustainable management and protection of habitat.
NostalgicOutdoors™- Rocky Mountain National Park TRIP PLANNERNostalgicOutdoors™
This document provides information about Rocky Mountain National Park, including its history, geography, wildlife, activities, and planning tips. It summarizes that Rocky Mountain National Park was established in 1915 to protect over 415 square miles of rugged wilderness, with over 350 miles of trails and 72 peaks over 12,000 feet including Longs Peak. It receives around 3 million visitors annually who enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing among the forests and alpine tundra ecosystems. Proper planning and preparation is essential when visiting the park due to changing weather, altitude sickness risks, and other safety considerations.
The document provides information about a project to expand forest coverage in New Providence, Bahamas. It discusses the history of deforestation on the island and threats to endemic bird species. The design approach includes areas for forest preservation and recreation near Lake Killarney. It also proposes establishing a "Killarney Food Forest" to teach locals food production and a schoolyard initiative to improve children's eating habits by having them grow food. The master plan will be implemented in three phases over time.
The document discusses several State Reserves in Azerbaijan, providing brief descriptions of each one. They were created between 1925-2004 for purposes like preserving natural ecosystems, rare and endangered species of flora and fauna, and preventing soil erosion. The reserves described are Geygel, Gizilagach, Zagatala, Turyanchaysky, Pirgulinsky, Shirvan, Garayazinsky, Basitchaysky, Ismayilli, Gara, Ilisu, Shahbuz, and Eldar Pine Tree.
Silvopastoral systems d_casaubon et al_peri et al eds_aaf 2016DanielSomma
This document provides information about silvopastoral systems in the Delta region of Argentina. It discusses the history and environmental characteristics of the Delta region, which includes temperate wetlands along the Paraná River. Silvopastoral systems that integrate tree plantations of species like poplar and willow with cattle raising have increased in the last 15 years. The document describes management techniques for these systems, including using wider spacing for tree planting to allow for a productive understory of grasses and establishment of cattle earlier without damage to trees. The goal is sustainable production of wood, forage, and beef through optimizing the balance between components of the silvopastoral system.
The Bear Rocks Preserve in West Virginia is evaluated as a potential National Natural Landmark for its representation of plateaus in the Appalachian Plateaus region. The flat-lying landforms at Bear Rocks resulted from uplift and erosion following continental collision. Evidence of crustal movement can be seen within the preserve. It supports a rare boreal ecosystem with stunted red spruce trees, exposed rock, bogs, and heath shrubs providing habitat for over 190 plant species adapted to harsh conditions. A comparative study found that while another site shares many significance criteria, the greater elevation and illustrative geology and ecosystem of Bear Rocks better represent the characteristics of a plateau in the region. It is recommended that Bear
Dafeng zhonghua elk garden scenic spot, yancheng city, jiangsu provinceJourney Han
1) The Jiangsu Dafeng Elk National Nature Reserve is located in Yancheng City, Jiangsu Province. It is the world's largest elk nature reserve with over 2,000 elk.
2) The reserve was established in 1986 after importing elk from the UK. It has since grown to become an important ecotourism destination receiving over 1 million visitors.
3) The elk population has increased 25-fold at the reserve, making it a success story for species conservation and restoration of the elk population to the wild. The reserve now supports a variety of wildlife and has become an important wetland ecosystem.
REP126 Ecology and Biodiversity of upper Tabalong,J Payne,ApJunaidi Payne
This document summarizes an ecology report on the upper Tabalong region of South Kalimantan, Indonesia. It describes the forest types, plant and animal species diversity, and conservation issues in the area. Over 400 tree species were recorded, along with new fish and insect species. While biodiversity is typical of Bornean dipterocarp forests, population densities of some mammals and birds appear lower due to logging, drought, fire and hunting. The report discusses balancing conservation and production forestry through sustainable management and protection of habitat.
NostalgicOutdoors™- Rocky Mountain National Park TRIP PLANNERNostalgicOutdoors™
This document provides information about Rocky Mountain National Park, including its history, geography, wildlife, activities, and planning tips. It summarizes that Rocky Mountain National Park was established in 1915 to protect over 415 square miles of rugged wilderness, with over 350 miles of trails and 72 peaks over 12,000 feet including Longs Peak. It receives around 3 million visitors annually who enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing among the forests and alpine tundra ecosystems. Proper planning and preparation is essential when visiting the park due to changing weather, altitude sickness risks, and other safety considerations.
The document provides information about a project to expand forest coverage in New Providence, Bahamas. It discusses the history of deforestation on the island and threats to endemic bird species. The design approach includes areas for forest preservation and recreation near Lake Killarney. It also proposes establishing a "Killarney Food Forest" to teach locals food production and a schoolyard initiative to improve children's eating habits by having them grow food. The master plan will be implemented in three phases over time.
The document discusses several State Reserves in Azerbaijan, providing brief descriptions of each one. They were created between 1925-2004 for purposes like preserving natural ecosystems, rare and endangered species of flora and fauna, and preventing soil erosion. The reserves described are Geygel, Gizilagach, Zagatala, Turyanchaysky, Pirgulinsky, Shirvan, Garayazinsky, Basitchaysky, Ismayilli, Gara, Ilisu, Shahbuz, and Eldar Pine Tree.
Estimation of the Total Economic Value of the Proposed Mt. Mantalingahan Prot...No to mining in Palawan
The study was undertaken to value the environmental services of the Mount Mantalingahan Range, and determine the management costs of protecting critical habitats within the proposed protected landscape. The total economic value (TEV) framework was used to estimate the values of the goods and services that Mount Mantalingahan provides. The use values include direct uses (timber, farming, livestock production, non-timber forest products gathering, water and mining), and indirect uses (carbon stock, soil conservation, watershed and biodiversity functions, and protection of marine biodiversity). Non-use values were not estimated because of time and financial constraints.
This document provides an overview of forest genetic resources in Egypt. It notes that Egypt has 147,145 hectares of forest area, including 1,999 hectares of naturally regenerating forests and 127,155 hectares of plantation forests. It describes key species found in natural forests and plantations. The document also discusses strategies and programs for in-situ and ex-situ conservation of genetic resources, including the establishment of protected areas, gene banks, botanic gardens, and herbaria. However, it notes there are obstacles to conservation programs like a lack of financial resources and training.
This document provides information on 15 national parks in Greece, including their names, areas in hectares, maps, photos and brief descriptions. The parks cover a wide range of habitats from coastal and marine environments like the Zakynthos National Marine Park which protects sea turtles, to high alpine areas like the Vikos-Aoös National Park with elevations up to 2,497 meters and diverse flora and fauna. Taken together, the national parks represent many of Greece's unique ecosystems and protect over 1,700 plant species and important endemic wildlife.
This document discusses land use planning for forest harvesting that considers environmental concerns. It describes how MacMillan-Bloedel formed a land use planning team to inventory non-timber resources like soils, fisheries, wildlife habitat, recreation, and aesthetics. The planning team works to minimize impacts on these values from forest harvesting and road building by recommending special operating techniques tailored to each site. Their work produces detailed maps and reports that are used in long-term forest management plans and five-year development plans to guide loggers in protecting environmental values during operations.
We've all got to come together, and we've got to protect what's left of our ancient forests on this planet. ~ Stella McCartney
Plans to protect air and water, wilderness and wildlife, are in fact plans to protect man. ~ Stuart L. Udall
Jiangsu jiangyan lake national wetland parkJourney Han
Jiangsu Jiangyan Lake National Wetland Park is located in Jiangyan District, Taizhou City, Jiangsu Province. It is a AAAAA-level national scenic area covering 26 square kilometers, with 7 square kilometers currently open to visitors. The park contains Wuhu Lake and surrounding wetlands, which provide habitat for 153 plant species and 97 animal species, including protected species such as elk and red-crowned cranes.
This document discusses forest landscape restoration (FLR) in the context of Mediterranean forests. It provides an overview of Mediterranean forests and biodiversity, challenges of forest management, and reasons why FLR is well-suited for restoration in the Mediterranean region. Specifically, FLR takes a holistic landscape approach, involves stakeholders, and can help address issues like desertification and restoration after forest fires. However, adopting an FLR framework also faces potential constraints, so the document recommends starting with low-budget pilot projects and research to demonstrate FLR's benefits.
The document summarizes several national parks in the United States. It describes Yellowstone National Park as home to Old Faithful geyser and preserving the majority of the world's geysers. Bryce Canyon National Park features unusual rock formations called hoodoos. Everglades National Park protects the southern part of the original Everglades and is visited by over 1 million people annually. Denali National Park contains North America's highest peak and features forests, tundra, and glaciers. Death Valley National Park spans California and Nevada and contains salt flats, sand dunes, and valleys in the arid Mojave Desert. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to an extensive underground network of caves and geological
The document provides information about the Fujian Taining World Geological Park located in Taining County, Fujian Province, China. It is a 492.5 square kilometer park dominated by Danxia landforms and featuring scenic areas like Jinhu Lake, Maoer Mountain, Zhuangyuanyan, Jiulong Lake, Taining Ancient City, and Zhaixia Grand Canyon. The park has well-preserved geological features from volcanic eruptions and tectonic activity and receives recognition as a national geological park, national scenic area, and UNESCO World Geopark.
Comparison of the forests of puerto rico= yunque bosque secogustavomartinezmuniz
The document compares the Dry Forest of Guanica and El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico. It summarizes that the Dry Forest of Guanica receives less rainfall than El Yunque and has adapted flora and fauna with adaptations like vertical leaf orientation and deeper roots. El Yunque receives more rainfall and its vegetation can grow taller. Both forests face threats from tourism, construction, global warming, and deforestation.
Andrew hidayat tataruang yang memasukkan unsur masyarakat memanfaatkan kawa...Andrew Hidayat
The document discusses land use zoning and related conflicts in Indonesia since the 1970s. As development accelerated, the government urged provinces to designate permanent forest areas for protection, conservation, and sustainable production. In the 1980s, forest categories were allocated through consensus maps, but development pressures later criticized these zones as barriers. In response, Indonesia issued a 1992 law requiring inter-sectoral spatial plans designating protection and utilization zones. However, the plans did not adequately account for existing forest communities, sparking conflicts over land and resource use between communities and the government or forest enterprises.
Grand Canyon National Park contains exceptional natural beauty within its boundaries. The park spans geological eras from Precambrian to Cenozoic times and portrays five North American life zones within the canyon walls. It contains over 1,700 plant species, 170 fungi species, and 60 moss species. Threats include invasive species and air pollution, but the National Park Service manages the park, working to preserve the landscape and eradicate threats through techniques like controlled burns.
Taman Negara, Pahang and Acadia National Park are both national parks that offer various outdoor recreational activities. Taman Negara was established in 1939 to protect wildlife and is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna within its 4000 square kilometers of primary rainforest. Acadia National Park contains diverse ecosystems within its smaller size, including forests, wetlands, and coastal areas. Both parks provide opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, and wildlife viewing, while Acadia also offers activities like cycling, boating, and winter sports.
The document discusses different types of public lands in the US managed for various purposes. It describes national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, wilderness areas, and wild and scenic rivers. These lands make up 35% of the US and are managed by several federal agencies for goals like conservation, recreation, resource use, and preserving ecosystems and biodiversity. Restrictions on uses vary between types of lands from multiple uses in forests to limited activities in national parks and wilderness areas.
The Piedmont Environmental Council was created in 1972 to help communities respond to changes and development pressures. Since then, over 400,000 acres in the Virginia Piedmont region have been permanently protected through conservation easements on private land, more than doubling the size of Shenandoah National Park. In 2018, over 7,700 additional acres were protected through 60 new easements. The PEC works to engage citizens, educate about conservation issues, and empower local leaders to develop strategies that support conservation and preserve the Piedmont region.
The document compares Endau Rompin National Park in Malaysia and Arches National Park in the United States. Both parks were established over 50 years ago to protect their natural landscapes. Endau Rompin National Park focuses on preserving its wildlife and natural habitat, while Arches National Park allows for more recreational activities and was influenced by ancient human cultures in the region. The parks differ in their locations, characteristics, and recreational opportunities available to visitors.
The document compares Endau Rompin National Park in Malaysia and Arches National Park in the United States. Both parks were established over 50 years ago to protect their natural landscapes. Endau Rompin National Park focuses on preserving its wildlife and natural habitat, while Arches National Park allows more recreational activities and was influenced by ancient human cultures that lived in the area. The parks differ in their locations, characteristics, and recreational opportunities available to visitors.
conservation of natural resources in their natural habitat known as in-situ conservation. natural resources includes living organism (plants,animals),forest ,wetlands, ocean, rivers etc.
The document summarizes improvements made to 14 wetland interpretive facilities across southern Ontario through a partnership between Ducks Unlimited Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Specific projects at several conservation areas are described in 1-2 paragraphs each, highlighting improvements like new boardwalks, trails, signage, and facilities that aim to enhance access and the educational and recreational experience for visitors. The overall goal is to increase public awareness of wetlands and promote wetlands as vital for healthy communities and ecosystems.
The group's name is The Rangers. It has 5 members and their tutorial lecturer is Miss Iffa. The document provides information about Worlds End State Park in Pennsylvania and Royal Belum State Park in Malaysia. It discusses the history and features of each park, including the wildlife found at Worlds End State Park and the possible origin of the name "Belum" for Royal Belum State Park. Both parks are managed by their respective state governments to preserve the natural environment.
The Workshop intends to bring representatives from the Pantanal and Everglades National Parks and four Universities together to discuss common interests, commom researche needes and to discuss different fundig possibilities for such research activities.
Estimation of the Total Economic Value of the Proposed Mt. Mantalingahan Prot...No to mining in Palawan
The study was undertaken to value the environmental services of the Mount Mantalingahan Range, and determine the management costs of protecting critical habitats within the proposed protected landscape. The total economic value (TEV) framework was used to estimate the values of the goods and services that Mount Mantalingahan provides. The use values include direct uses (timber, farming, livestock production, non-timber forest products gathering, water and mining), and indirect uses (carbon stock, soil conservation, watershed and biodiversity functions, and protection of marine biodiversity). Non-use values were not estimated because of time and financial constraints.
This document provides an overview of forest genetic resources in Egypt. It notes that Egypt has 147,145 hectares of forest area, including 1,999 hectares of naturally regenerating forests and 127,155 hectares of plantation forests. It describes key species found in natural forests and plantations. The document also discusses strategies and programs for in-situ and ex-situ conservation of genetic resources, including the establishment of protected areas, gene banks, botanic gardens, and herbaria. However, it notes there are obstacles to conservation programs like a lack of financial resources and training.
This document provides information on 15 national parks in Greece, including their names, areas in hectares, maps, photos and brief descriptions. The parks cover a wide range of habitats from coastal and marine environments like the Zakynthos National Marine Park which protects sea turtles, to high alpine areas like the Vikos-Aoös National Park with elevations up to 2,497 meters and diverse flora and fauna. Taken together, the national parks represent many of Greece's unique ecosystems and protect over 1,700 plant species and important endemic wildlife.
This document discusses land use planning for forest harvesting that considers environmental concerns. It describes how MacMillan-Bloedel formed a land use planning team to inventory non-timber resources like soils, fisheries, wildlife habitat, recreation, and aesthetics. The planning team works to minimize impacts on these values from forest harvesting and road building by recommending special operating techniques tailored to each site. Their work produces detailed maps and reports that are used in long-term forest management plans and five-year development plans to guide loggers in protecting environmental values during operations.
We've all got to come together, and we've got to protect what's left of our ancient forests on this planet. ~ Stella McCartney
Plans to protect air and water, wilderness and wildlife, are in fact plans to protect man. ~ Stuart L. Udall
Jiangsu jiangyan lake national wetland parkJourney Han
Jiangsu Jiangyan Lake National Wetland Park is located in Jiangyan District, Taizhou City, Jiangsu Province. It is a AAAAA-level national scenic area covering 26 square kilometers, with 7 square kilometers currently open to visitors. The park contains Wuhu Lake and surrounding wetlands, which provide habitat for 153 plant species and 97 animal species, including protected species such as elk and red-crowned cranes.
This document discusses forest landscape restoration (FLR) in the context of Mediterranean forests. It provides an overview of Mediterranean forests and biodiversity, challenges of forest management, and reasons why FLR is well-suited for restoration in the Mediterranean region. Specifically, FLR takes a holistic landscape approach, involves stakeholders, and can help address issues like desertification and restoration after forest fires. However, adopting an FLR framework also faces potential constraints, so the document recommends starting with low-budget pilot projects and research to demonstrate FLR's benefits.
The document summarizes several national parks in the United States. It describes Yellowstone National Park as home to Old Faithful geyser and preserving the majority of the world's geysers. Bryce Canyon National Park features unusual rock formations called hoodoos. Everglades National Park protects the southern part of the original Everglades and is visited by over 1 million people annually. Denali National Park contains North America's highest peak and features forests, tundra, and glaciers. Death Valley National Park spans California and Nevada and contains salt flats, sand dunes, and valleys in the arid Mojave Desert. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to an extensive underground network of caves and geological
The document provides information about the Fujian Taining World Geological Park located in Taining County, Fujian Province, China. It is a 492.5 square kilometer park dominated by Danxia landforms and featuring scenic areas like Jinhu Lake, Maoer Mountain, Zhuangyuanyan, Jiulong Lake, Taining Ancient City, and Zhaixia Grand Canyon. The park has well-preserved geological features from volcanic eruptions and tectonic activity and receives recognition as a national geological park, national scenic area, and UNESCO World Geopark.
Comparison of the forests of puerto rico= yunque bosque secogustavomartinezmuniz
The document compares the Dry Forest of Guanica and El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico. It summarizes that the Dry Forest of Guanica receives less rainfall than El Yunque and has adapted flora and fauna with adaptations like vertical leaf orientation and deeper roots. El Yunque receives more rainfall and its vegetation can grow taller. Both forests face threats from tourism, construction, global warming, and deforestation.
Andrew hidayat tataruang yang memasukkan unsur masyarakat memanfaatkan kawa...Andrew Hidayat
The document discusses land use zoning and related conflicts in Indonesia since the 1970s. As development accelerated, the government urged provinces to designate permanent forest areas for protection, conservation, and sustainable production. In the 1980s, forest categories were allocated through consensus maps, but development pressures later criticized these zones as barriers. In response, Indonesia issued a 1992 law requiring inter-sectoral spatial plans designating protection and utilization zones. However, the plans did not adequately account for existing forest communities, sparking conflicts over land and resource use between communities and the government or forest enterprises.
Grand Canyon National Park contains exceptional natural beauty within its boundaries. The park spans geological eras from Precambrian to Cenozoic times and portrays five North American life zones within the canyon walls. It contains over 1,700 plant species, 170 fungi species, and 60 moss species. Threats include invasive species and air pollution, but the National Park Service manages the park, working to preserve the landscape and eradicate threats through techniques like controlled burns.
Taman Negara, Pahang and Acadia National Park are both national parks that offer various outdoor recreational activities. Taman Negara was established in 1939 to protect wildlife and is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna within its 4000 square kilometers of primary rainforest. Acadia National Park contains diverse ecosystems within its smaller size, including forests, wetlands, and coastal areas. Both parks provide opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, and wildlife viewing, while Acadia also offers activities like cycling, boating, and winter sports.
The document discusses different types of public lands in the US managed for various purposes. It describes national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, wilderness areas, and wild and scenic rivers. These lands make up 35% of the US and are managed by several federal agencies for goals like conservation, recreation, resource use, and preserving ecosystems and biodiversity. Restrictions on uses vary between types of lands from multiple uses in forests to limited activities in national parks and wilderness areas.
The Piedmont Environmental Council was created in 1972 to help communities respond to changes and development pressures. Since then, over 400,000 acres in the Virginia Piedmont region have been permanently protected through conservation easements on private land, more than doubling the size of Shenandoah National Park. In 2018, over 7,700 additional acres were protected through 60 new easements. The PEC works to engage citizens, educate about conservation issues, and empower local leaders to develop strategies that support conservation and preserve the Piedmont region.
The document compares Endau Rompin National Park in Malaysia and Arches National Park in the United States. Both parks were established over 50 years ago to protect their natural landscapes. Endau Rompin National Park focuses on preserving its wildlife and natural habitat, while Arches National Park allows for more recreational activities and was influenced by ancient human cultures in the region. The parks differ in their locations, characteristics, and recreational opportunities available to visitors.
The document compares Endau Rompin National Park in Malaysia and Arches National Park in the United States. Both parks were established over 50 years ago to protect their natural landscapes. Endau Rompin National Park focuses on preserving its wildlife and natural habitat, while Arches National Park allows more recreational activities and was influenced by ancient human cultures that lived in the area. The parks differ in their locations, characteristics, and recreational opportunities available to visitors.
conservation of natural resources in their natural habitat known as in-situ conservation. natural resources includes living organism (plants,animals),forest ,wetlands, ocean, rivers etc.
The document summarizes improvements made to 14 wetland interpretive facilities across southern Ontario through a partnership between Ducks Unlimited Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Specific projects at several conservation areas are described in 1-2 paragraphs each, highlighting improvements like new boardwalks, trails, signage, and facilities that aim to enhance access and the educational and recreational experience for visitors. The overall goal is to increase public awareness of wetlands and promote wetlands as vital for healthy communities and ecosystems.
The group's name is The Rangers. It has 5 members and their tutorial lecturer is Miss Iffa. The document provides information about Worlds End State Park in Pennsylvania and Royal Belum State Park in Malaysia. It discusses the history and features of each park, including the wildlife found at Worlds End State Park and the possible origin of the name "Belum" for Royal Belum State Park. Both parks are managed by their respective state governments to preserve the natural environment.
The Workshop intends to bring representatives from the Pantanal and Everglades National Parks and four Universities together to discuss common interests, commom researche needes and to discuss different fundig possibilities for such research activities.
GEOGRAPHY YEAR 9 NATIONAL PARKS AND PROTECTED AREASGeorge Dumitrache
National parks are areas designated by governments for conservation and recreation. The United States established the first national park, Yellowstone, in 1872. National parks protect natural landscapes and wildlife while providing educational and outdoor activities for visitors. Retezat National Park in Romania, established in 1935, contains over 60 mountain peaks and 100 glacial lakes within its 380 square kilometer area. It shelters old-growth forests and is designated as a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Fiordland National Park in New Zealand covers 12,500 square kilometers and protects glacially carved fiords, dolphins, seals, rare birds like the kakapo and kiwi, and is popular for climbing and hiking.
The document describes two national parks - Endau Rompin National Park in Malaysia and Arches National Park in the United States. It provides details on the location, historical background, characteristics, and activities available at each park. Endau Rompin National Park is located on the Johor-Pahang border in Malaysia and was established in 1980s, while Arches National Park is located in Utah, US and was established in 1971. Both parks offer recreational activities like hiking and camping but Arches has more options and was also used as a filming location.
Forests do so much more that we usually think about. They provide habitat for thousands of species of plants, animals, birds and insects. Forests provide wood for humans to build homes, furniture and so much more. Green plants, especially trees, also make it possible for us to breathe. As we exhale, our bodies expel carbon, and as we inhale, we take in oxygen, which is needed for us to live. Where does that carbon go? Trees and the ocean absorb most of the carbon on the planet. It is held there, as well as other places, in what we call the carbon sink. As long as the earth's gases are kept in balance, then life as we know it is possible. If too many trees are cut down and not replaced, and too much of the ocean is polluted to the point of hundreds of dead zones, then the exchange of oxygen and carbon becomes unbalanced. Once there is too much carbon in the air, global warming begins to damage the earth's climate, and eventually mass destruction of living things occurs. North Carolina has many State Forests and four National Forests.
The United States has 58 national parks operated by the National Park Service that preserve diverse natural landscapes and resources across the country. The first national park established was Yellowstone in 1872, which protects geothermal features like geysers and hot springs as well as wildlife. National parks aim to conserve scenery and wildlife while providing public access. Popular national parks include Grand Canyon, which was carved by the Colorado River over millions of years; and Hawaii Volcanoes, which protects two of the world's most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa. The national parks preserve varied ecosystems and attract many visitors interested in activities like hiking, fishing, and exploring natural wonders.
This document provides a management plan for the Desert Experimental Range Management Area (DERMA). It addresses several key topics:
1) Watershed protection and hydrology, noting water is limited and proposing increasing water catchments like guzzlers.
2) Recreation considerations, proposing to continue recreation but restrict it to established roads and potentially close some trails to protect the land.
3) Wildlife management, describing the abundant wildlife including big game species like elk and mule deer that are part of management units.
4) Livestock grazing history and the need for careful management to continue providing a model for grazing practices.
The plan aims to balance the multiple uses of the land including research, recreation,
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is responsible for managing over 55 million acres of land held in trust for Native Americans and Alaska Natives. The BIA also provides education services to around 48,000 Native American students. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) manages over 264 million acres of public lands, primarily in western states, and oversees mineral rights on hundreds of millions more acres. The Bureau of Reclamation is the largest wholesale water supplier in the US, delivering over 10 trillion gallons annually to over 31 million people through 457 dams and 348 reservoirs. The National Park Service preserves and protects over 84 million acres of national parks, monuments, seashores and other protected lands.
The Top 12 National Parks in the USA.pdfFares Match
Whether you're looking to explore dense forests, towering mountains, pristine beaches, or otherworldly deserts, a US national park is sure to fit the bill. And while each one is unique and worth a visit in its own right, we've compiled a list of what we believe are the 12 best US national parks.
The Save-the-Redwoods League completed a review of its strategic plan and identified three focus areas going forward: 1) Developing a comprehensive conservation strategy for the redwood forests, 2) Expanding public education programs about redwood ecology, and 3) Increasing member engagement to strengthen the League's effectiveness. The League also celebrated the protection of the 25,000-acre Mill Creek forest through a public event and welcomed four new board members.
Keibul Lamjao National Park Manipur.pptxAZIZHUSAIN3
Keibul Lamjao National Park is the only floating park in the world, located in Manipur, India. It is a 40 square km swamp composed of floating masses of vegetation called phumdis, which are thick layers of organic matter that support the weight of large mammals. The park is home to the endangered sangai or brow-antlered deer and contains rich biodiversity of aquatic, wetland, and forest species. However, the permanent flooding from a new barrage has disrupted the natural ecosystem by preventing the seasonal floating and sinking of the phumdis. Conservation efforts aim to restore the phumdis and protect the rare biodiversity through patrols, research, awareness, and ecotourism initiatives.
This document provides an executive summary of the Finca Rio Oro property in Costa Rica. Some key details:
- The property consists of 1,134 hectares of contiguous land, including 200 hectares of primary forest bordering Corcovado National Park and 41 hectares of beachfront.
- It has over 4 kilometers of pristine beaches, home to three endangered sea turtle species. The area contains 2% of the world's biodiversity.
- The current owner has undertaken extensive reforestation, planting over 20,000 native trees. They also implement sustainable cattle grazing and organic agriculture.
- The goal is to maximize biodiversity and agricultural productivity while minimizing external inputs, in order to restore balance to
1. Mid-Atlantic Network
“To conserve the scenery
and the natural and
historic objects and the
wild life therein… for
the enjoyment of this and
future generations.”
NPS Organic Act 1916
Gettysburg NMP: A red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) perches on a historic fence. (Photo by Mike Bulka).
primarily for their historical or cultural
interest, however, these parks also contain
diverse natural resources. Found within
these seemingly cultural landscapes are
state endangered plants and animals, glob-
ally rare vegetation communities, grassland
ecosystems, scenic rivers and unique
wetland types − evidence that historical and
cultural based parks can contain important
natural values. •
Mid-Atlantic Network
Natural Resource Inventory and Monitoring
within Mid-Atlantic National Parks
The Inventory and Monitoring Program
(I&M) is a national program charged with
the design and implementation of ecologi-
cal monitoring programs for national parks.
Knowing the condition of natural resources
in national parks is fundamental to the
National Park Service’s ability to manage
park resources “unimpaired for the enjoy-
ment of future generations” (Organic Act
1916). National park managers across the
country are confronted with increasingly
complex and challenging issues that require
a broad-based understanding of the status
and trends of park resources as a basis for
making decisions and working with other
agencies and the public for the benefit of
park resources. The I&M Program ensures
that park managers will have high quality,
scientifically based information to protect
and manage the parks.
The Mid-Atlantic Network (MIDN) is
one of 32 I&M networks throughout the
country. Within this network are ten parks,
distributed from southern Pennsylvania
to southern Virginia, and extending from
the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Piedmont
and the Coastal Plain. With the exception
of Shenandoah National Park, the Mid-
Atlantic Network parks were established
Inventory and Monitoring Program National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
2. Shenandoah NP as a Prototype
Shenandoah National Park provides an
outstanding contribution to the Mid-
Atlantic Network. In 1992 the park was
established as a prototype to represent
the Eastern Deciduous Forest Biome. The
Shenandoah program, called the Long-
term Ecological Monitoring (LTEM) Pro-
gram, aims to 1) obtain and maintain a sci-
entifically-based understanding of the type,
abundance, and distribution of natural
resources, 2) monitor resource condition
and changes through time, and 3) monitor
natural processes and human influences
that maintain or affect ecosystem health.
The 199,000 acre Shenandoah NP is lo-
cated astride the Blue Ridge Mountains in
Virginia. The park rises above the Virginia
Piedmont to its east and the Shenandoah
Valley to its west with two peaks exceeding
4,000 feet. The range of elevation, slopes
and aspects, rocks and soils, precipita-
tion, and latitude create a mix of habitats.
Most of the park’s landscape is forested,
with hardwoods dominating the park.
Remnants of boreal forests occur at higher
elevations. •
Appomattox Court House NHP
This 1,743 acre national historical park
was established in 1935 to commemorate
the end of the Civil War and preserve
the Village of Appomattox Court House.
The park is comprised of deciduous
forest, meadows, and agricultural fields.
The Appomattox River travels through
the park. Additionally, the park contains
nearly 100 acres of wetlands, including
two rare types of wetland communities
classified as Montane Basic Seepage
Swamp and Upland Depression Swamp.
Booker T. Washington NM
Established in 1956, this national
monument is a public memorial to the
birth and childhood home of Booker T.
Washington, a slave, educator, and national
leader. Nearly half the park’s 239 acres are
forested, primarily with second growth
maturing pine and a variety of hardwoods.
The park’s forests are considered geo-
graphically unique because they contain
species that are out of their range. Booker
T. Washington NM is the only MIDN park
that is within the Roanoke Watershed.
Eisenhower NHS: Wood turtle (Glyptemys insculpta)
along Marsh Creek
From the mountains of Virginia to the battlefields of Pennsylvania:
A showcase of the Mid-Atlantic Network national parks
2 Mid-Atlantic Network
Shenandoah NP: Vegetation monitoring at Big
Meadows
Gettysburg NMP: Grassland area on Little Round
Top
a variety of plants and animals. The state
of Pennsylvania has designated portions
of the park as both an Important Bird
Area and an Important Mammal Area.
Fredericksburg &
Spotsylvania NMP
Established in 1927 to commemorate
the Civil War battles of Fredericksburg,
Spotsylvania Court House, Wilderness,
and Chancellorsville, this national military
park contains nine principal units on
7,248 acres. Approximately 1,300 acres
of the park are managed as open fields,
with the remainder of the park composed
of oak-hickory forest of various succes-
sional stages. The park’s natural habitat
is enriched by the Rappahannock, Ni,
and Po Rivers which flow through the
park. In addition, the park contains
three rare wetland community types.
Gettysburg NMP
Commemorating the Civil War Battle
that occurred on the first three days of
Hopewell Furnace NHS: View of the village
Eisenhower NHS
Established in 1967, this national historic
site consists of the house and farm of
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th President
of the United States. The site includes
700 acres of bucolic farmland, meadows,
and secondary oak-hickory forest. Two
streams, Marsh Creek and Willoughby Run,
traverse the park and provide habitat for
3. Richmond NBP: Malvern Hill battlefield with oak-
hickory forest in the background
Mid-Atlantic Network 3
July, 1863, this 5,990 acre national military
park presents a mosaic of natural habitats.
With over 2,300 acres of open landscape,
the park represents one of the few
contiguous grassland ecosystems in the
northeastern United States. Forested areas
of the park are primarily oak-hickory.
Rock Creek and Marsh Creek, along with
their tributaries, enhance the park’s
natural ecosystems. The park contains
many state listed plants and animals and
portions of the park are included within
the Pennsylvania Important Bird Area.
Hopewell Furnace NHS
This national historic site represents one of
the finest examples of a rural American 19th
century iron plantation. Encompassing 848
acres of primarily forested ecosystems, this
park provides habitat for numerous state
listed bird species and state endangered
plants. French Creek, a state designated
Exceptional Value stream, flows through
the heart of Hopewell Furnace NHS.
Petersburg NB
Petersburg National Battlefield is one
of four NPS units commemorating the
battlefields of the 1864-65 Civil War
campaigns in Virginia. This 2,659 acre park
contains a variety of natural ecosystems,
ranging from the combination of mixed
hardwood/pine forests and open fields
that encompass the park’s Eastern Front
to the wetlands of Hatcher’s Run at the
Five Forks Battlefield. The park hosts
the greatest number of amphibians and
reptiles in the Virginia network parks.
Richmond NBP
Established in 1936 this national battlefield
park commemorates the Siege of Rich-
mond, Virginia, during the Civil War. Situ-
ated on the Fall Line between the Coastal
Plain and the Piedmont, this 1,697 acre park
contains ten units spread out over a 132-
square mile area. The park is primarily for-
ested with types transitioning from mixed
hardwood to pine to mixed oak com-
munities. The Gaines Mill unit contains an
outstanding mesic mixed hardwood forest.
The park also has open fields with native
grasses, agricultural areas, and wetlands.
Valley Forge NHP
This national historical park was estab-
lished to preserve the winter encampment
of General George Washington and the
Continental Army during the winter of
1777-1778. Located 12 miles northwest
of Philadelphia, the park’s 3,446 acres
contain forest, meadows, wetlands,
riparian areas, and caves. Valley Creek,
a Class A Trout Stream and Exceptional
Value waterway, and the Schuylkill River,
a Pennsylvania Scenic River and Heritage
Corridor, flow through the park. •
Valley Forge NHP: Woodwardia aerolata, a native
fern species
An unprecedented inventory of park natural resources
The National Parks Omnibus Manage-
ment Act of 1998 directed the Secretary of
Interior to develop a program of “inventory
and monitoring of National Park System
resources to establish baseline information
and to provide information on the long
term trends in the condition of the National
Park System.” This Act initiated the Natural
Resource Challenge, the primary directive
guiding the NPS Inventory and Monitoring
Program.
An inventory of park resources is an un-
precedented effort by the National Park
Service to scientifically inventory and
document basic biological and geophysi-
cal natural resources in over 270 park units
throughout the United States and its terri-
tories. Twelve “core” or baseline inventories
have been identified as information sources
that parks need to effectively manage and
protect their resources. The Mid-Atlantic
Network is working with park staff and
local scientists to complete these core
inventories. •
Spotted salamander (Ambystoma maculatum) egg
mass at Gettysburg NMP
The 12 Baseline Inventories
• Natural Resource Bibliography
• Base Cartography Data
• Species Occurrence Inventory
(vertebrates & vascular plants)
• Species Distribution Inventory
• Vegetation Maps
• Soils Resources Inventory
• Geologic Information Inventory
• Air Quality Inventory
• Air Quality – Related Values As-
sessment (impacts on resources)
• Climate Data Inventory
• Water Resource Inventory
• Water Chemistry Inventory
4. National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
Mid-Atlantic I&M Network
Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania
National Military Park
120 Chatham Lane
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
www.nature.nps.gov/im/units/midn/
Network Coordinator
Jim Comiskey
Data Manager
Kristina Callahan
Brochure Designer & Editor
Carolyn Davis
National Inventory & Monitoring Program:
http://science.nature.nps.gov/im/index.cfm
National Park Service:
www.nps.gov
4 Mid-Atlantic Network
Vital signs monitoring: Taking the pulse of the
Mid-Atlantic Network national parks
Park vital signs are selected physical, chemi-
cal, and biological elements or processes of
park ecosystems that represent the overall
health or condition of the park. Monitoring
of vital signs is designed to inform manag-
ers of the condition of water, air, geologic
resources, plants and animals, and the
various ecological, biological, and physical
processes that act on those resources.
The Mid-Atlantic Network is working with
park managers, regional scientists, and
partnering agencies to develop and imple-
ment a vital signs monitoring program
for the Mid-Atlantic parks. Through the
long-term monitoring of selected park
vital signs the condition of park resources
will be sustained and protected for future
generations. •
The Goals of Vital Sign Monitoring
Determine the status and trends in selected indicators of the condition of park
ecosystems to allow managers to make better-informed decisions and to work
more effectively with other agencies and individuals for the benefit of park
resources
Provide early warning of abnormal conditions of selected resources to help
develop effective mitigation measures and reduce costs of management.
Provide data to better understand the dynamic nature and condition of park
ecosystems and to provide reference
points for comparisons with other,
altered environments.
Provide data to meet certain legal
and Congressional mandates
related to natural resource
protection and visitor enjoyment.
Provide a means of measuring
progress towards performance
goals.
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