A Plea for Common Sense Forest Management
Author | : Philip MacMahon |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 8 |
Release | : 190? |
Genre | : Forest policy |
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Author | : Philip MacMahon |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 8 |
Release | : 190? |
Genre | : Forest policy |
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Author | : Hans W. Morsbach |
Publisher | : Chelsea Green Publishing |
Total Pages | : 250 |
Release | : 2002 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1931498210 |
Common Sense Forestry relates thirty years' experience of an environmentally conscious woodland owner. Much of the book is devoted to starting a forest and how to maintain it. It answers such questions as: What seedlings to buy? Should your forest be monoculture or a mixed forest? What is the payback for planting and maintaining a forest? Is seeding a good way to start a forest? What kind of seeds work best? Does it pay to hire a consultant? What should he/she do for you? Does it pay to do much maintenance in your forest? How should I prune? Is timberland improvement worthwhile? How, when and whether to thin? How to herbicide and when? Can the damage done to nature by chemicals be justified by the benefits to your seedlings? What are the economics of woodland ownership? The success and history of German forestry methods is discussed and suggests what can be learned from these age-old practices. It will tell you how to file your income taxes, what equipment to buy, what works--and does not work--and why. It also provides guidance on how to deal with state and federal programs. Although intended for private woodland owners, the book is used as a classroom text in universities. The book is more practical than technical, yet still imparts knowledge of basic forestry, explaining terms such as succession and shade tolerance and how to apply these concepts in practice. Even sophisticated concepts are covered in plain, non-technical terms. Hans Morsbach, the author, believes that forestry is an art more than a science. Competent foresters may apply different methods of managing their forests and achieve comparable results. Still, it is important to be guided by natural forest principles. Doing nothing may sometimes be a better course of action than doing too much. The book suggests ways to gauge your involvement with your woodland to time available and your personal preference. It is most important that you enjoy your forest.
Author | : American Association for the Advancement of Science. Pacific Division. Meeting |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 1636 |
Release | : 1920 |
Genre | : Science |
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Total Pages | : 568 |
Release | : 1902 |
Genre | : Agriculture |
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Total Pages | : 902 |
Release | : 1923 |
Genre | : Electronic journals |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture. Subcommittee on Forests, Family Farms, and Energy |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 292 |
Release | : 1989 |
Genre | : Forest management |
ISBN | : |
Author | : |
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Total Pages | : 544 |
Release | : 1908 |
Genre | : Advertising |
ISBN | : |
Author | : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 104 |
Release | : 2003 |
Genre | : Forest fires |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Curt D. Meine |
Publisher | : Univ of Wisconsin Press |
Total Pages | : 390 |
Release | : 2006-03-03 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 9780299165543 |
For the first time, the most important quotations of the great conservationist Aldo Leopold, author of A Sand County Almanac, are gathered in one volume. From conservation education to wildlife ecology, from wilderness protection to soil and water conservation, the writings of Aldo Leopold continue to have profound influence on those seeking to understand the earth and its care. Leopold biographer Curt Meine and noted conservation biologist Richard Knight have assembled this comprehensive collection of quotations from Leopold’s extensive and diverse writings, selected and organized to capture the richness and depth of the North American conservation movement. Prominent biologists, conservationists, historians, and philosophers provide introductory commentaries describing Leopold’s contributions in varied fields and reflecting upon the significance of his work today. Contributors: J. Baird Callicott David Ehrenfeld Susan L. Flader Eric T. Freyfogle Wes Jackson Paul W. Johnson Joni L. Kinsey Richard L. Knight Gary K. Meffe Curt Meine Gary Paul Nabhan Richard Nelson Bryan G. Norton David W. Orr Edwin P. Pister Donald Snow Stanley A. Temple Jack Ward Thomas Charles Wilkinson Terry Tempest Williams Donald Worster Joy B. Zedler
Author | : Simon Black |
Publisher | : Taylor & Francis |
Total Pages | : 427 |
Release | : 2024-04-22 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1040016138 |
This book is an important guide for individuals seeking to develop and grow their leadership skills in the wildlife conservation sector, across varied disciplines such as environmental management, conservation biology, and ecotourism. Conservation Leadership addresses what leadership is, why it is important, and how to be an effective leader. It identifies the common pitfalls or mistakes in a leader’s thinking or behaviour, and the unexpected consequences or responses which can arise, and then explores more helpful alternative approaches to leadership. The book is divided into three parts: Part I: Leadership principles Part II: Four areas of profound theory: knowledge, psychology, systems, and variation Part III: Skills and competencies for conservation leaders It focuses on contextual and organisational challenges in conservation, including limited resources, remote locations, fragile species of concern, politics, community conflict, crime, and commercial pressures. The scope is global, using diverse examples such as sea turtle head-starting in South Asia, reforestation in North Africa, bird conservation in North America, human–wildlife interactions in the Himalayas, and post-colonial issues in the Caribbean. Case studies illustrate key learning points from small local teams through to global transnational initiatives. Exercises in each chapter enable the exploration of less-familiar topics, including interpersonal skills, goal setting and performance measurement, plus a unique research-derived conservation leadership self-assessment tool. This book is an essential reading resource for professionals and senior leaders in the wildlife management and conservation sector, as well as students on biodiversity conservation, wildlife conservation, and environmental management courses.