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Ecol. Forestry & Conservation
On this page:
- Sites, magazines, organizations etc compiling a range of information related to forests & forestry in NS
- Ongoing, sponsored research related to forests and forestry in NS
- Ongoing, Citizen Science
1. Sites, magazines, organizations etc compiling a range of information related to forests & forestry in NS
– NSWOOA: Forest Management Resources
NSWOOA is the Nova Scotia Woodlot Owners & Operators Association ” NSWOOA maintains the world’s largest collection of digital resources on management of the native Acadian Forest, which covers most of Nova Scotia.”
– NS Department of Natural Resources and Renewables: Forestry
Variety of research and Info docs. Not listed on the page accessed via the link above: Ecological forestry (Lahey report etc.) Unfortunately, some of the links/older materials seem to have been removed, e.g. Natural Resources Strategy View Links/NS Gov Info for specific topics, documents on novascotia.ca
– Atlantic Forestry Review
“Atlantic Forestry Review, launched in 1994, is a magazine for woodlot owners, foresters, contractors and technicians in Atlantic Canada. Published bi-monthly,Atlantic Forestry has rapidly expanded to become an essential source of up-to-date information for those interested and involved in forestry. 6 issues per year. Subscribe!” Facebook Site
– Nova Scotia Forest Notes
Maintained by David Patriquin, covers the period June 21, 2016 to June 21 2022. “A quest to understand forests and forestry in the province of Nova Scotia, Canada”. Succeeded by On the state of Triad Forest Management in Nova Scotia for period June 9, 2022 to June 3, 2024 “It’s the biggest trial of Triad Forest Management yet”. Succeeded yet again by this website (nsforestmatters.ca),a group endeavour.
– Family Forest Network
“Hosted by the Nova Scotia Woodlot Owners and Operators Association — in partnership with the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources and Renewables and other organizations that provide services to landowners — this website is the best place to learn about forest-related activities in Nova Scotia. You’ll find detailed information about annual events like the Spring Woodland Conferences and Woodlot Owner of the Year award ceremonies, along with many other seminars, workshops, conferences, and field days.” YouTube. Channel
– Medway Community Forest Cooperative
“The mission of the Medway Community Forest Co-op is to support local communities through sustainable and ecologically based forest management.”
– Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute
“The Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute (MTRI) is a co-operative of land owners and researchers working together with a common mission and vision. MTRI operates a field station in Kempt, Queens County, Nova Scotia which provides office work space and basic accommodations for researchers carrying out studies in the area.” Offers Guides, Publications, Reports. The MTRI YouTube Channel offers a wide range of forest and forestry related videos. More recent ones are listed here.
– Nature NS
“Nature Nova Scotia is a federation of natural history societies and other nature groups in Nova Scotia. We are a Canadian charity and registered society in Nova Scotia, working to support networking, research, education, and advocacy initiatives for nature.”
– Otter Ponds Demonstration Forest
“Operated as a division of Nova Scotia Woodlot Owners and Operators Association (NSWOOA), the Otter Ponds Demonstration Forest (OPDF) is a place for all Nova Scotians to learn about forest ecology and the sustainable management of our native Acadian Forest. OPDF is a living laboratory that shows how timber production can be compatible with the protection of the full range of other forest values and services. It provides opportunities for woodlot owners, elementary and high school groups, university students and researchers, non-profit organizations, and individuals to visit an outstanding example of working forestland.”
– Blomidon Field Naturalists
Newsletter: Beyond the Tides
– Halifax Field Naturalists
Newsletter: Halifax Field Naturalist
2. Ongoing, sponsored research related to forests and forestry in NS
– NS Department of Natural Resources and Renewables: Forestry
“Supporting sustainable growth in Nova Scotia’s forestry sector”
Variety of research and Info docs. Not listed on this page: Ecological forestry (Lahey report etc.) Unfortunately, some of the links/older materials seem to have been removed, e.g. Natural Resources Strategy
NS Forestry Economic Task Force
Policy Research & Advocacy. See Reports and Analysis, Downloads . (NSFETF is a “not-for-profit” organization well supported by NS Government; its members include Forest Nova Scotia, the Wood Product Manufacturers Association of Nova Scotia, NSCC (Truro), Maritime Lumber Bureau, Nova Scotia Innovation Hub, Canadian Woodlands Forum, Cumberland Forestry Advisory Committee and 14 independently owned forestry businesses”.)
– Ecological Forestry Research Initiative (EFRI)
Westwood Lab, School of Resources & Environmental Studies, Dalhousie University “We have identified five key research needs: 1) identifying how changing forestry practices impact road networks, at local and landscape scales, with implications for biodiversity, connectivity, and monetizable recreation opportunities; 2) assessing the effects of using tree marking to help ensure operational compliance and stand-scale biodiversity; 3) determining how to quickly value forest carbon in a way recognizable to banks and other lenders; 4) understanding Nova Scotian’s attitudes towards forestry and most effective methods for knowledge exchange with woodlot stewards and other stakeholders; and 5) supporting Mi’kmaw-led forestry with the Eskasoni Fish & Wildlife Commission, who endeavour to promote biocultural diversity within forests on their territory.” Related: – 5-year study to look at how move to ecological methods affects N.S. forests, economy. Josh Hoffman · CBC News Oct 18, 2023 [As of June 5, 2024, no publications yet available]
– Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute
“The Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute (MTRI) is a co-operative of land owners and researchers working together with a common mission and vision. MTRI operates a field station in Kempt, Queens County, Nova Scotia which provides office work space and basic accommodations for researchers carrying out studies in the area. ” See Scientific Articles
– Sterling Hydrology and Climate Change Research Group
Current research:
– Developing novel methods of carbon dioxide removal using enhanced mineral weathering in rivers.
– Determining where and how forest and freshwater ecosystems are threatened by acidification and climate change, and finding solutions to restore them.
– Quantify the threat of toxic aluminum to forest, aquatic human and community health.
– Development of theoretical frameworks on how the evolution of life altered terrestrial water availability to better characterize human impacts on water distribution.
– Centre for Sustainable Soil Management
At Dalhousie University Faculty of Agriculture. “Established in 2020, the Centre of Sustainable Soil Management aims to advance soil science and sustainable management in Canada and around the globe.” One Project: Assessment and Mapping of Forest Soil Resources in Nova Scotia, Project Lead(s): Dr. Brandon Heung and Dr. David Burton. Funding: Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources and Renewables. “Project description is coming soon.”
– Research Nova Scotia: BRINGING FOCUS TO FORESTRY RESEARCH
“Research Nova Scotia, in partnership with the Forestry Innovation Transition Trust, has developed a research agenda to bring greater focus to the role research can play in the forestry sector’s transition to a sustainable future.” Their only public report to date appears to be Research Agenda: Bringing Focus to Forestry Research (Nov 2021)
3. Ongoing, Citizen Science
– Lichen Camp
Page on this website
– Bursting the Stubble Bubble: Citizen Scientists Measure Ecological Continuity Near Goldsmith Lake, Nova Scotia Using Calicioid Lichens and Fungi
Ashlea Viola, Nina Newington, Jonathan Riley, Steven Selva, Lisa Proulx Evansia, 41(1):9-18 (2024)