Silviculture and Ecology of Western U.S. Forests

Silviculture and Ecology of Western U.S. Forests
Author: John C. Tappeiner
Publisher:
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2007
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

"An essential reference for forest managers, policy makers, forest scientists, and students, this authoritative volume provides a basis for silviculture practices and contemporary management of western forests."--BOOK JACKET.

Effects of Forest Practices on Peak Flows and Consequent Channel Response

Effects of Forest Practices on Peak Flows and Consequent Channel Response
Author: Gordon E. Grant
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2010-09
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1437927130

Includes a database of relevant studies reporting peak flow data across rain-, transient-, and snow-dominated hydrologic zones. Provides a quantitative comparison of changes in peak flow across both a range of flows and forest practices. Increases in peak flows generally diminish with decreasing intensity of percentage of watershed harvested and lengthening recurrence intervals of flow. Peak flow effects on channel morphology should be confined to stream reaches where channel gradients are less than 0.02 and streambeds are composed of gravel and finer material. Managers should evaluate the potential risk of peak flow increases based on factors such as presence of roads, specific mgmt. treatments employed, and watershed drainage efficiency.

Trees to Know in Oregon and Washington

Trees to Know in Oregon and Washington
Author: EDWARD C. JENSEN
Publisher:
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2020-02-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9780870711206

For 70 years, people have turned to one book to learn about Northwest trees: Trees to Know in Oregon. This new edition, retitled Trees to Know in Oregon and Washington, expands its scope to cover more territory and include more trees. The book was first published in 1950. Charles R. Ross, an Oregon State University Extension forester, wanted to introduce readers to the towering giants in their backyards. Since then, Edward C. Jensen has stewarded the publication through several more editions. This edition features several rare species native to southwest Oregon. It also updates scientific names and adds a new section on how Northwest forests are likely to be affected by changing climates. Since its initial publication, Trees to Know has become a mainstay for students, gardeners, small woodland owners and visitors to the Pacific Northwest. Along with all the details on native conifers, broadleaves, and more than 50 ornamental trees, readers will find: More than 400 full-color photos and 70 maps depicting habitat, range and forest type. Easy-to-follow identification keys. Handy guides to help distinguish one variety from another. The story of Northwest forests -- past, present and future.

Not Just Trees

Not Just Trees
Author: Jane Claire Dirks-Edmunds
Publisher:
Total Pages: 368
Release: 1999
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

This gracefully written story shows all that is lost when we destroy ancient stands of trees--as revealed through a 60-year study of the flora and fauna in an Oregon Coast Range forest that is selectively logged and finally clear-cut.

Wildlife Habitats in Managed Forests

Wildlife Habitats in Managed Forests
Author: Jack Ward Thomas
Publisher:
Total Pages: 528
Release: 1979
Genre: Forest animals
ISBN:

That is what this book is about. It is a framework for planning, in which habitat is the key to managing wildlife and making forest managers accountable for their actions. This book is based on the collective knowledge of one group of resource professionals and their understanding about how wildlife relate to forest habitats. And it provides a longoverdue system for considering the impacts of changes in forest structure on all resident wildlife.