• TREES, WATER & PEOPLE (TWP) - specializing in providing reforestation and watershed protection assistance in Latin America and the United States. Working in conjunction with the Aprovecho Research Center, TWP has also developed the new "Justa" fuel efficient stove that reduces fuelwood needs by more than half and is now available for world-wide use.  For more information visit TWP's site at http://WWW.treeswaterpeople.org or contact them via email at twp@treeswaterpeople.org .

• HAGLOF Inc., manufacture of quality forestry measurement instruments.  Their Mantax Computer Caliper enables the user to quickly and accurately measure and store data with one instrument.  For more information on the Mantax Computer Caliper, or other instruments like the Vertex Hypsometer visit Haglof Inc. at www.haglof.net  or contact them via e-mail at haglofinc@aol.com.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS NEWS - The USDA Forest Service International Programs invites you to read the latest online edition of "International Programs News."  This issue examines Criteria and Indicators of forest sustainability and how they are being developed and utilized on local and national levels.  Features include an introduction to LUCID (Local Unit Criteria and Indicators Development), updates on national C&I programs and partnerships, and an “International Perspective” piece, written by Phil Janik, Chief Operating Officer of the
USDA Forest Service. The regular segments, "News Bits” and “Bulletin Board," provide updates on continuing issues and upcoming International Programs endeavors. To view the online newsletter, visit http://www.fs.fed.us/global/  and click on the "Newsletter" link.

ONLINE MAP CREATION [Postscript, Adobe Illustrator] [From The Scout Report for Science & Engineering, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2000. http://scout.cs.wisc.edu via the Interamerican Resources Management Newsletter].  "Online Map Creation (OMC) is an  amazing resource for geologists, geographers, or anyone needing to make a map figure for a research paper or conference talk. Here you can create Postscript-formatted maps of just about any locality by inputting Geographical coordinates. OMC is a subset of GMT (Generic Mapping Tools) software developed by scientists at University of Hawaii and NOAA. Mercator, equidistant cylindrical, polar stereographic, lambert azimuthal equal-area, azimuthal equidistant, and orthographic projections can be made. Political boundaries, rivers, bathymetry, and topography can be displayed on maps along with tectonic features such as faults and ridges. Once you enter your desired parameters, a full-color (or b/w if you want) map will be presented as a .gif image or for download in Postscript or Adobe Illustrator format. Step-by-step instructions are provided."   To use Online Map Creation visit http://www.aquarius.geomar.de/omc/omc_intro.html

NEW JOURNAL - (Also from the Interamerican Resources Management Newsletter)  Elsevier Science announced a new journal for 2001, "Ecological Indicators: Integrating Monitoring, Assessment and Management." It is intended to be a unique new forum for the publication of your research and management experiences in ecological and environmental indicators; development and modeling of indices; analysis and research of resource-, system- and scale-specific indicators; new indicators, and new approaches and methods for indicator development, testing and use; methods for integration of social and other valuation metrics; and broad assessment objectives and methods through the use of indicators. Authors of papers published in the first volume of Ecological Indicators will receive a FREE one-year subscription to the journal. Visit the website for further information on the journal, and detailed instructions for authors at: http://www.elsevier.com/locate/ecolind

NEW FIU SUBCRIBERS- FIU is pleased to welcome:

• Calle Bergil - Biologist, Länsstyrelsen i Värmland, Sweden. calle.bergil@s.lst.se
• Tom Bendure - Inventory Forester at Mendocino Redwood Co., Calpella, California. tombendure@mendoco.com
• Gregg -  gstallings@zebra.net
• Ugo Feunekes - Vice President, Remsoft Inc. www.remsoft.com
• Bill Carr, Aaron Baumert and Michael A. Whatley - Laser Technology, Inc. www.lasertech.com
• Paul Doruska - Assistant Professor, Univ. of Arkansas Forest Center. doruska@uamont.edu
• Steve Nodine - President, FORS - Forest Resource Systems Inst., www.FORSonline.org
• Bill Baer - Government Business Development Manager, Space Imaging - www.spaceimaging.com
• Jim Shriever - Chief Operating Officer, Pacific Meridian Resources, www.pacificmeridian.com
• Cheryl M. Tillery - Sales and Customer Service Coordinator, Canal Forest Resources, Inc.
• Harry V. Wiant, Jr. - Forest Consulting, Timber Trespass. http://homestead.juno.com/hwiant/index.html.
• Matthew Davis - Basin Educator for Natural Resources, UW Extension.
• L. Keville Larson - Chairman, Larson & McGowin Inc. www.larsonmcgowin.com
• Randy Kelly - Forester, Bureau of Water Supply, New York City Dept. of Environmental Protection. www.ci.nyc.ny.us/dep

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE - Note: If you can help with any of the requests below, please take the time to do so.  Do not assume others will respond - they are assuming the same. Your kind assistance will be appreciated and rewarded. Thanks, Gyde

• FOREST PATHOLOGY AND GIS - Giuliana Deflorio writes, "I'm writing in order to find out about current applications of GIS in Forest Pathology anybody knows of (case studies of some current research projects), as well as I would like to match these matters together."  If you can help, please contact Giuliana at giulianadeflorio@hotmail.com

• NTFP INVENTORY PLOTS -  Isabelle Gambetta is looking for literature or experience about inventory and analysis of data (multivariate) about NTFP on transects plots for 20x50 m, every 150m, in Ecuadorian Amazon, on the foothills. She inventories quantitatively about 10 different products (ferns, fruits, fibres) and note the presence or absence of a lot of others products. She has found a lot of literature about one hectare inventory, but is looking something about all vegetation of one community (multiple plots), like secondary vegetation, pasture, virgin forests to be able to compare with her results and methods. She will be grateful to receive any advice or literature or results about this theme. It is a part of her PhD that consist on the importance of non-timber forest products for some communities in the Amazonian Ecuador (availability, market and consume) If you have information to share, please contact Isabelle at gambetta@fowi.ethz.ch

• MEASURING UPPER STEM DIAMETERS - Jon Lambert writes, "Does anyone know of any technology developed for measuring upper-stem diameters of trees? We have used relaskopes and Criterion lasers however the accuracy of these measurements is low. I'd love to hear from anyone with knowledge of something more accurate." Please contact Jon at jlambert@woollybutt.com.au

• NEW TREE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SOUGHT - Note: this is a second listing. The first in 30 Oct. FIU had an error in Mr. Khorrami's email address.  Mr.Ramzanali  Khorrami, Research  Center of  Natural  Resources  and Animal Affairs of Mazandaran in Passand  Research  Station  (North of Iran), has developed a new method for measuring tree heights without measuring the distance to the tree.  He is seeking a scholarship to follow his education, or financial support to develop the new apparatus for measuring heights of trees.  Mr. Khorrami, is a B.S graduate of forestry agriculture-engineering from Gorgan University of Agriculture and Natural Resources in Iran and is interested in mathematics, natural modeling and new application of achievements in natural resources. For further information contact Khorrami- Ramzanal at P.O. Box 86 Sari, MAZANDARAN, IRAN. E-mail jsismaz@jsis.neda.net.ir

• TREE DISPERSION ANALYSIS -  Note: This is a correction of area involved in Sandra's study as previously posted in 13 NOV FIU. Sandra Velarde Pajares writes, "I would like to know if there is any software available to analyze TREE DISPERSION with different methods. The raw data consists on positioning (x,y), diameters and species of an inventory over 50  cm db on 720 000m2 (72 ha) in a Tropical Forest." If you can assist, please contact Sandra at gvelarde@terra.com.pe.

• COMMUNITY FORESTER -  International Institute of Rural Reconstruction (IIRR) - The successful candidate will be Project Leader of a community forestry project with sites in both Philippines and Indonesia.  He / she will manage all project planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting activities and will supervise personnel, conduct action research, conduct field inspections and network with partners.  Teamwork is an important mode of work at IIRR.  This project-based position will be located at IIRR headquarters in Cavite, Philippines but some travel will be required both nationally and internationally.  The position will be based on an annual contract and is co-terminus with the 3 year project.  The successful candidate may commence immediately. Relevant degree and 4 to 5 years international experience in community / social forestry, especially action research. Substantial experience in all aspects of project management. Ability to think critically and communicate ideas (particularly in English). Skills in listening, facilitating, and motivating. Ability to work in multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary teams.  Gross salary is negotiable within a range of $US900 to 1,100 per month plus accommodation and other fringe benefits. Closing date for applications is Friday December 1, 2000.  Applications specifically addressing the above minimum requirements may be sent to: Mr. Jayvee Montemayor, Personnel and Human Resources Management Office, IIRR, Silang, Cavite, Philippines.  FAX: (63 46) 4142420,  Phone: (63 46) 4142417. Email: jayvee.montemayor@iirr.org

• FORESTRY SECTOR POLICY ANALYST  - FAO - Duties 1. Support the establishment of regional networks of national forestry statistical correspondents and/or national forestry contact points (Africa and Asia)  --- the networks should serve as sustainable mechanism for collection, analysis and dissemination of data and the basis for a periodic outlook for the sector taking into account the demographic, social, economic, institutional and technological changes. Special focus and support will be given to the Forestry Outlook Study for Africa; 2. In collaboration with national and regional institutions and experts facilitate the formulation and implementation of pilot studies on methodological issues relating to data collection and analysis in priority areas relevant to sustainable forest management; 3. Support and facilitate teamwork across the Forestry department and in member countries in the assessment of policy and institutional options available at the national and regional level to strengthen sustainable forest management through a series of case studies. 4. Organise seminars, workshops and training programmes in support of strengthening national systems for data collection and analysis, review of national policies and national forestry programmes; 5. Assist in the preparation for reporting to the European Commission of field documents, reports and other publications based on the project activities and facilitate their dissemination and distribution. Essential qualifications and experience are: Advanced Degree in forestry, forestry economics, forest engineering or natural resources management;  Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in international forestry issues; Demonstrated leadership in organising an international effort to improve the collection, analysis and presentation of forestry and natural resources statistics;  Excellent computer skills, including knowledge and experience using computer software for organising and presenting statistical information; Excellent communication and facilitation skills (including good writing and presentation skills) and highly motivated;   Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member in a multicultural setting. Working knowledge (level C) of English and a working knowledge(level C) of French. The closing date for applications is 30 November 2000. More details can be obtained from janice.saich@fao.org.

• RESEARCH FELLOW - The Forest Policy and Environment Group (FPEG) at the Overseas Development Institute (UK) is seeking to appoint a new Research Fellow to take forward issues arising out of a range of multilateral agreements such as the  Convention on Biological Diversity, the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and the UN Forum on Forests. Particular topics of interest include working towards greater synergy between sustainable use and protection agendas for forests at local, national and international levels. This will require work on national forest programmes, the links between forestry and poverty, and the integration of civil society into forest-related decision-making processes.  Ideally, the new Fellow will be an established researcher/practitioner, with both policy and field-level experience of tropical forest issues, and with a significant research and publications profile. Candidates should be qualified to at least Masters level and should have a proven capacity to work at the interface between the natural and social sciences. In addition to sound research credentials, candidates should have an interest in advisory work for international donors and similar agencies, including evaluations. Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates with experience of or an interest in research in Asia. Fluency in spoken and written English is essential. An ability to work in a second European language would be very much welcomed. This is a demanding post which is likely to require extensive overseas travel (around 4 months per year). The closing date for applications is the 5th of January 2001. For more information please consult the ODI website (www.odi.org.uk) or email recruitment@odi.org.uk.

• Blomstrom, Greg. 1998. Quality Inventory and Planning Data Essential to Tribal Forest Plans, Sovereignty. Evergreen 9(19):28-30. Evergreen, 5000 Cirrus Dr., Suite 201, Medford, OR 97504 USA.
• Bond, Brooke. N.d.  Trees in Britain - A series of picture cards.http://www.whom.co.uk/squelch/trees_britain.htm
• Degen, B. 2000.  SGS: Spatial Genetic Software. Computer program and user's manual.  - http://kourou.cirad.fr/genetique/software.html
• Hall, R. J.; et al. 1998. Using a geographic information system (GIS) to associate forest stand characteristics with top kill due to defoliation by the jack pine budworm.  Canadian Journal of Forest Research 28(9):1317-1327.
• Halstead, Gary R. 1995?  Woods in Use in the Middle Ages & Renaissance. http://www.medievalwoodworking.com/articles/wood.htm
• Kimberling, Diana N.; Karr, James R. 1998.  A New Approach to Assessing Ecological Health: Developing an Index of Biological Integrity with Insects at Hanford.  http://www.cresp.org/dcwrkshp/posters/ibi/ibi.html
• Kimmins, J.P. 2000. Respect for nature and the role of modeling in the definition of sustainable forest management. The COMPILER 16(1):5-13. www.FORSonline.org
• King, Susan L. 2000. Mapping pockets of high-value black cherry trees in Pennsylvania. The COMPILER 16(1):14-24. www.FORSonline.org
• Lang, Laura. 1998. Managing natural resources with GIS. 117 p. w/CD. $19.95. ESRI Press, 380 New York Street, Redlands, CA 92373-8100 USA. www.esri.com/esripress
• Lathrop, R. G.; Bognar, J. A.  1998. Applying GIS and landscape ecological principles to evaluate land conservation alternatives. Landscape and urban planning 41(1):27-41.
• Nichols, Joan M. et al. 2000. Using the Internet to meet information needs in modern forestry. The COMPILER 16(1):45-54. www.FORSonline.org
• Parresol, Bernard R.;  McCollum, Joseph. 1997. Characterizing and Comparing Landscape Diversity Using GIS and a Contagion Index . Journal of Sustainable Forestry 5(2):249-261. http://www.srs.fs.fed.us/pubs/viewpub.jsp?index=526
• Rowell, Tim. 2000. RORS/map returns computer mapping to forester's desktops. The COMPILER 16(1):41-44. www.FORSonline.org
• Sheppard, Stephen R.J. 2000. Visualization as a decision-support tool in managing forest ecosystems. The COMPILER 16(1):25-40. www.FORSonline.org
• Swetnam, R. D.; et al. 1998.  Applying ecological models to altered landscapes: scenario-testing with GIS. Landscape and Urban Planning. 41(1): 3-18.

4 December 2000. Emerging Technologies in Forestry: Forest Inventory and Mapping Solutions. Henderson, North Carolina, USA. Contact: Michael Phelps. Tel: +1-601-506-5219. Email: fortecseminars@aol.com.

4-5 December 2000. Cruising for Weight - Directly and with Conversion Factors. Athens, Georgia, USA. Contact: Arlene Bolton. Tel: +1-706-542-3063. Email: Arlene_Bolton@gactr.uga.edu.

4-5 December 2000. GPS/GIS Level 1 Seminar. Corvallis, Oregon, USA. Contact: Joshua Maas. Tel: +1-541-752-5456. Fax: +1-541-752-4117. Email: support@cmtinc.com. URL: www.gps-training.com

5 December 2000. Emerging Technologies in Forestry: Forest Inventory and Mapping Solutions. Goldsboro, North Carolina, USA. Contact: Michael Phelps. Tel: +1-601-506-5219. Email: fortecseminars@aol.com.

6 December 2000. Emerging Technologies in Forestry: Forest Inventory and Mapping Solutions. Lumberton, North Carolina, USA. Contact: Michael Phelps. Tel: +1-601-506-5219. Email: fortecseminars@aol.com.

7 December 2000. Emerging Technologies in Forestry: Forest Inventory and Mapping Solutions. Monroe, North Carolina, USA. Contact: Michael Phelps. Tel: +1-601-506-5219. Email: fortecseminars@aol.com.

8 December 2000. Emerging Technologies in Forestry: Forest Inventory and Mapping Solutions. Hendersonville, North Carolina, USA. Contact: Michael Phelps. Tel: +1-601-506-5219. Email: fortecseminars@aol.com.

11-16 December 2000. 2nd Training on Measures of Success for Sustainable Forestry.  Bhopal, India. Contact: Course Coordinator, Deep N Pandey at: dnpandey@vsnl.com or deep@iifm.org. URL: www.iifm.org.

18-19 January 2001. GPS/GIS Mapping Seminar. Clackamas, Oregon, USA. Contact:  Richard Ash, Email:  gmtgps@peak.org.  Tel:+1-541-754-3488

2-4 October 2001. Study, conservation, and utilization of the forest resources. 3rd Balkan Scientific Conference. Sofia, Bulgaria. Contact: Prof. Tsveta Naydenova, Forest Research Institute, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 132, St. Kliment Ohridski Blvd., BG-1756 Sofia, Bulgaria. Tel: +359-2-622961. Fax: +359-2-622965. Email: forestin@bulnet.bg.

GIS/REMOTE SENSING

• Rapid Prototyping - http://www.members.tripod.com/ybnaga/rp.htm
• GEOCID - Portugal's GIS database - http://geocid-snig.cnig.pt.
• GIS - Forests of Central Siberia - http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/paleo/igbp-dis/siberia/Krasnoyarsk/Projects/GIS_Sib.html
• Spatial tree pattern analysis from aerial photographs -  (Abstract) -  http://www.dina.dk/status/spatial.shtml

• Canada's National Forest Inventory -  http://www.pfc.forestry.ca/landscape/inventory/
• European Yield Tables (Bibliography) - http://www.efi.fi/projects/forsce/yield_tables.html

• Model Forest Development Guide -  http://www.idrc.ca/imfn/guide_e.htm
• WWW Resources for Earth System Science Education - http://www.usra.edu/esse/ford/ESS205/g300www/g300wwwbios.html
• EnviroEducation  - a listserv on kids environmental activities, distance learning, financial assistance, sustainability, and more. http://www.enviroone.com/envsearch/EnviroEducation.asp
• Primitive Wilderness Survival Guide (links) - http://www.artrans.com/rmsg/_newsgroups/primitiv.htm

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