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1. Fire burners to firefighters: The Nez Perce and fire

Author:
Carroll, Matthew S.; Cohn, Patricia J.; Paveglio, Travis B.; Drader, Donna R.; Jakes, Pamela J.
Source:
Journal of forestry 2010 v.108 no.2 pp. 71
ISSN:
0022-1201
Subject:
wildland fire management; burning; American Indians; attitudes and opinions; surveys; traditions; cultural behavior; Northwestern United States
Abstract:
... This article presents results from an interview-based case study examining burning practices of the Nez Perce tribe in the Inland Northwest in both their contemporary and historical policy context. Despite the lack of a prominent fire tradition, our interviews uncovered a legacy of knowledge and cultural traditions linked to fire and a variety of contemporary fire practices on the reservation perf ...
Handle:
10113/45790

2. Fostering sustainable operations in a natural resource management agency: Insights from the field

Author:
Winter, Patricia L.; Burn, Shawn M.
Source:
Journal of forestry 2010 v.108 no.2 pp. 86
ISSN:
0022-1201
Subject:
natural resource management; sustainable forestry; forest management; USDA Forest Service; forest policy; attitudes and opinions; surveys; United States
Abstract:
... Sustainable operations (SO; operating in an environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable manner) is consistent with the environmental stewardship mission of natural resource management organizations. This study sought to examine SO practices in the daily work lives of US Forest Service employees, including those primarily stationed in the office and in the field. The purpose was to iden ...
Handle:
10113/45791

3. Private forest habitat for at-risk species: Where is it and where might it be changing?

Author:
Stein, Susan M.; McRoberts, Ronald E.; Nelson, Mark D.; Mahal, Lisa; Flather, Curtis H.; Alig, Ralph J.; Comas, Sara
Source:
Journal of forestry 2010 v.108 no.2 pp. 61
ISSN:
0022-1201
Subject:
forest ecology; animal ecology; habitats; species diversity; nonindustrial private forests; conservation areas; endangered species; rural housing; development projects; risk factors; conservation programs; USDA Forest Service; United States
Abstract:
... Owned by individuals, families, corporations, and other private groups, private forests account for almost 60% of all forestland in the conterminous United States and provide critical habitat for wildlife, including over 3,700 at-risk plant and animal species. Extensive areas of private forest and other land covers have experienced increased housing development in recent years, with numerous impli ...
Handle:
10113/45789