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Input for this week's issue of FIU comes from Gary Allen, Manuel Baud-Bovy, Bill Ciesla, Manuel Estrada, Steve Fairweather, Bill Feidt, Oscar Garcia, David Hamlin, Andy Henriksen, Hervé Jactel, Holly Nelson, Oliver Philips, David Reed, and Mike Smith. Thanks for sharing folks!
FRAGMENTATION ALGORITHM - The January 2000 issue of the Journal of Forestry carried an interesting note on an algorithm for fixing fragmented habitat in the Focus section (pages 2-3). For a copy of the algorithm, contact Steve Wilent at swilent@compuserve.com
NEW ZEALAND JOURNALS -The web page for the Southern Hemisphere Forest Industry
Journal has been updated at www.southernhemisphereforestry.co.nz/shfij.html and the New Zealand Journal of Forestry at: www.southernhemisphereforestry.co.nz/nzjof.htm
BAMBOO-CARBON SEQUESTRATION - Manuel Estrada writes, " Does anyone know where I could find information on the capacity of bamboo to sequester carbon?" If you can assist, please contact Manuel directly at manuele@PRODIGY.NET.MX.
TREE HT/DBH RELATIONS - Gary Allen writes, "Recently, we had a survey crew survey a site with numerous tree locations, diameter measurements, and general identification. The survey was performed in Kitsap County, 60 mi (100km) NW of Tacoma, WA, USA at an elevation of 1500ft (457m) above MSL (mean sea level). Specific tree information includes hemlocks and grand firs that range in diameter from 6" (0.2m) to 24"(0.7m) approximately. Without sending them back to site, is there a chart/reference table that can give me an approximate height knowing the tree's diameter and type? I have done some sampling on my own, although I would like to confirm/qualify my information with other (larger sampling) research. If there are any specific tables or technical articles regarding this, I certainly would appreciate any assistance." If you can help, please contact Gary at gcallen@ATT.NET
FOREST ENTOMOLOGY / ECOLOGY RESEARCHER - The Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, Forest Research Centre, Bordeaux-Pierroton (France) announces a new permanent position as effective mid-2000 : "Organisation and function of the forest insect biodiversity". Annual salary is about 25 000 Euros (= USD). Recipient of the position will implement field studies designed to test whether mixed hardwood plantations can improve pest control by natural enemies in Maritime pine forest monoculture (largest area of conifer forest plantation in Europe). The researcher will analyse the effect of composition and structure on the biodiversity of insect predators and parasitoïds at both stand and landscape level. The job will consist in field trapping and insect inventories, description of forest structure and composition at stand and landscape levels, spatial and multivariate statistical analyses. The candidate must possess a PhD degree in entomology, ecology or closely related discipline and be less than 31 year-old + 1 year/dependent child + 1 year/year of military service. Scientific background in spatial and multivariate statistics is essential. Postdoctoral experience and training in forestry are desirable. Ability to direct and participate in active field research effort, autonomy, good competence in scientific publications are expected. Fluent French and English required. Application files are now available and must be completed and returned before February 3rd 2000. The competitive examination may occur in May-June 2000 and the position will be filled in August-September 2000. Official information may be found at: http://www.inra.fr. Applicants are advised to contact: Hervé JACTEL at Laboratoire d'Entomologie Forestière, INRA, BP 45, F- 336111 CESTAS-GAZINET, France. Tel: +33-5-57.97.90.27. Fax: +33.5.56.68.05.46. jactel@pierroton.inra.fr .
SAMPLING SERPENTINE STANDS - Steve Fairweather writes, "I seem to recall an article addressing inventory techniques for long, narrow ("serpentine") stands, but I don't know where it is. Can anybody help me out?" If you know of any good references or contacts, please contact Steve directly at sfairweather@orminc.com
JOB VACANCIES AT UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS - Check http://www.leeds.ac.uk/jobadverts for information on both a Professorship and Lectureship in Physical Geography with closing dates in late January/ early February. Ecological Processes, Biogeography, and Global Environmental Change are key strategic areas that the School of Geography wants to invest in. For further information contact Dr. Oliver Philips at oliverp@geog.leeds.ac.uk
SPREADSHEETS WANTED - Andy Henriksen writes, "I'm looking for an excel based spreadsheet, that I can simply enter in data from forest point samples and come up with diameter distributions, density/stocking info, graphs, etc. I could spend a bit of time devising one myself, but figured if someone was willing to share, it would save me a bit of time." If you can assist, please contact Andy directly at ahenriksen@mi.usda.gov
BIOMETRICIAN / INVENTORY ANALYST - Mason, Bruce & Girard, Inc. has an opening for an experienced inventory analyst / biometrician. The successful applicant will work as a biometrician and inventory analyst with a team of foresters, GIS experts, and forest management planners. The successful applicant will have an MS or MF with a focus on forest biometrics or mensuration, demonstrated experience with forest inventory analysis and biometrics, strong communications skills, and a desire to succeed in the challenging environment of consulting forestry. Specific Requirements - Education: MS, (or MF) with emphasis on inventory, biometrics, or statistics. An undergraduate degree in forestry is strongly preferred. Experience: At least two years experience as a biometrician or inventory analyst with some responsibility for project design, organization, and execution. Field cruising experience is beneficial, but is not required and will not be included in the required two years experience. Mason, Bruce & Girard is a well-established natural resources consulting firm with offices in Portland, OR, and Redding, CA. MB&G offers competitive salary and benefits. This position is based in Portland, Oregon, USA. Please send resume, salary history, and names of three references to: David Hamlin, Mason, Bruce & Girard, Inc., 707 SW Washington, #1300, Portland, OR 97205 USA. Fax: +1-503- 224 - 6524. Email: dhamlin@masonbruce.com. Please send text only. Attachments will not be opened.
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- Obtain from your local library or from the sources provided. See previous listings at http://home.att.net/~gklund/invpubs.html
Achard, F., Eva H., Glinni A., Mayaux P., Richards T. and Stibig H.J., 1998, Identification of deforestation hot spot areas in the humid tropics. TREES Publications Series B, N°4, European Commission, Luxembourg. See: http://fellini.gvm.sai.jrc.it/
Baud-Bovy, Manuel; Lawson, Fred. 1998. Tourism & Recreation - Handbook of Planning and Design. Architectural Press, Oxford, 287 pages, ISBN 0 7506 3086 8. Available for UK£ 40 at bh.orders@repp.co.uk Additional information available from Manuel Baud-Bovy at baudbovy@swissonline.ch .
Camara, Antonio S.; Raper, Jonathon. (eds.) 1999. Spatial multimedia and virtual reality. 200 p. Price ¤ 24.95. Taylor and Francis Publ.
Carson, S.D., Garcia, O.; Hayes, J.D. 1999. Realized gain and prediction of yield with genetically improved Pinus radiata in New Zealand. Forest Science 45:186--200.
Eva, H.D., G., Glinni A. , Janvier, P.,and Blair-Myers C., 1999, Vegetation Map of South America, Scale 1/5M, TREES Publications Series D, N°2, EUR EN 18658, European Commission, Luxembourg. See: http://fellini.gvm.sai.jrc.it/
Fotheringham, A. Stewart; Wegener, Michael. 1999. Spatial models and GIS - new and potential models. 224 p. Price: ¤ 49.95. Taylor and Francis Publ.
Garcia, O. 1999. Height growth of Pinus radiata in New Zealand. New Zealand Journal of Forestry Science 29:131--145.
Hanus, M.L.; Hann, D.W.; Marshall, D.D. 1999. Predicting height for undamaged and damaged trees in Southwest Oregon. Res. Contribution 27. 22 p. Oregon State Univ., Forest Res. Lab.227, Corvallis, OR 97331-7401 USA.
Hessburg, P.F.; Smith, B.G.; Salter, R.B. 1999. Using estimates of natural variation to detect ecologically important change in forest spatial patterns: a case study. Res. Paper PNW-RP-514. 65 p. USDA Forest Service, PNW Res. Stn., P.O. Box 3890, Portland, OR 97208 USA.
Higman, Sophie, et al. 1999. The Sustainable Forestry Handbook. ISBN 1853835994, 289p. Earthscan Price:£25 for more info. see: http://www.iied.org/bookshop/pubs/5326.html
Huss, Carol. N.d. The Banyan Tree - A textbook for holistic practicioners. http://www.healthlibrary.com/reading/banyan1/index.htm
Karsky, D.; Patterson, D.; Jasumback, T. 1999. Evaluation of the Trimble ProXRS GPS receiver using satellite real-time DGPS corrections. 9971-2318-MTDC. 4 p. USDA Forest Service, Technol. & Dev. Center, Fort Missoula, Missoula, MT 59801 USA.
USDA NRCS. 1999. Nat'l Soil Survey Handbook. http://www.statlab.iastate.edu/soils/nssh
Van Hess, W.W.S. 1999. Vegetation resources inventory of Southwest Alaska: development and application of an innovative, extensive sampling design. Res. Paper PNW-RP-507. 51 p. USDA Forest Service, PNW Res. Stn., P.O. Box 3890, Portland, OR 97208 USA.
Wickham Daniel. 1998. Sewage Forests: Cleaning Water and Cooling the Planet. Earth Island Journal 14(1): pages unknown. http://earthisland.org/eijournal/journal.html
For earlier listings of upcoming inventory and monitoring related meetings, see http://home.att.net/~gklund/invmeet.html .
See also http://www.agnic.org/whatsnew/ and http://www.agnic.org/mtg/99k.html
http://www.forestworld.com/views/events/events_directory/event_mainframe.html and
calendar of remote sensing/GIS events - http://www.asprs.org/asprs/meetings/calendar.html
2 February 2000. Forest management and forest product certification. Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. $45 USD. Contact: Jennifer Barnes, NCSU Forestry Educational Outreach Program, Box 8003, Raleigh, NC 27695-8003 USA. Fax: +1-919-515-6883. URL: http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/nreos/forest/feop
15-17 February 2000. Vegetation Survey Using Air Video Technology. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov
24-25 February 2000. Introduction to Dendroecology. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov
2-5 March 2000. International Landcare 2000: Changing Landscapes - Shaping Futures. Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Contact: Waldron Smith Conference Network, 93 Victoria Avenue, Albert Park, Victoria, Australia 3206. Tel.+ 61-3-9690-6744. Fax: +61-3-9690-7155. Email: wscn@bigpond.com. URL: http://www.nre.vic.gov.au/conf/landcare2000.
7-9 March 2000. Introduction to GIS (Arc/Info) for Natural Resources. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.go
18-20 April 2000. Introduction to National Wetlands Classification System. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov
1-5 May 2000. Environmental health using GIS and remote sensing. ITC Short course. Enschede, The Netherlands. NLG 3500. Contact: Mrs. D. Semeraro, P.O. Box 6, 7500 AA Enschede, The Netherlands. Tel: + 31-53-4874259. Fax: +31-53-487-4388. Email: Semeraro@itc.nl . URL: http://www.itc.nl/ha2/ace/environhealth.shcourse/flyer.html
22-23 June 2000. Introduction to the Identification of Wetland Forest Trees. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov
28-30 June 2000 Hydric Soils and Wetland Delineations. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov
16-21 July 2000. The Impact of Global Environmental Change on Forests, and the Impact of Forests on Global Environmental Change. The 16th North American Forest Biology Workshop & the Western Forest Genetics Association 2000 Conference. Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. Contact: Eric Diaz M., Dir. For., INIFAP, Km. 24 Carretera Merida-Motul, Mococcha, Yucatan CP 97454, Mexico. Email: era@cirse.inifap.conacyt.mx. URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/global/globe/n_amer/nafc/bioworkshop.htm
8-10 August 2000. Introduction to Desktop GIS (ArcView) for Natural Resources. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov
25-27 October 2000. Introduction to Wetland Remote Sensing and Mapping. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov
30 October - 1 November 2000. Advanced Wetland Photo-Interpretation. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov
5-7 December 2000. Introduction to GPS for Natural Resource Assessment & Survey. Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. The workshop is available to the general public educators, state and federal agencies. Workshop participation by the international community is also greatly encouraged. Contact: Holly Nelson, U.S. Geological Survey, National Wetland Research Center & Mid-Continent Mapping Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 700 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA. 70506-3154 USA. Tel: +1-337-266-8699. Contact: holly_nelson@usgs.gov URL: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov
- See previous listings at http://home.att.net/~gklund/invlinks.html.
The Botanic Sorting Machine - http://www.euronet.nl/users/mbleeker/folis/bsmain-e.html
Wayne's World - A newsletter of Natural History Trivia. http://daphne.palomar.edu/wayne/wayne.htm
Bibliography of northern hardwood (maple-beech-birch) literature - http://forestry.mtu.edu/hardwood
Tropical Rainforest Information Center - http://www.bsrsi.msu.edu/trfic/home.html
One-language Dictionaries - http://www.cetrodftt.com/langhub/transmono.htm
Washington Forest Protection Association Glossary. http://www.washingtonforests.com/glossary.html
Watershed glossary (Umpqua N.F.) http://www.umpqua-watersheds.org/glossary/gloss_a.html
Wood Anatomy Glossary (English and French) http://sylva.for.ulaval.ca/foret/glossanat/
- A special thanks to Isabella Nobili for making some of the FIU web pages more user friendly!
My thanks also to Daniel-Yves Alexandre, Nelida Puentes Alvarez, Krishna H Gautam, and Estanislao Villagomez for supplying tree, forest and forest land definitions for Burkina Faso, Cuba, Nepal, and Northern Mariana Islands respectively. See http://home.att.net/~gklund/DEFpaper.html. (Note, I still need definitions for many other countries - see last week's FIU or contact me.) Thanks, Gyde
As always, please share as appropriate. If you have any new resource inventory/monitoring-related publications, meetings, or news that you would like listed in FIU, please contact me … and don't forget I always welcome sponsors. This newsletter is dependent upon your continued input and support. Have a great weekend! Gyde