Proceedings of the State of the Forest Symposium: Ecological Issues Regarding Highlands Forest Degradation and Restoration (Held October 3, 2002). Retrieved from https://doi.org/doi:10.7282/T3RN38QB
Main TitleProceedings of the State of the Forest Symposium: Ecological Issues Regarding Highlands Forest Degradation and Restoration (Held October 3, 2002)
PublisherNew Jersey Audubon Society
Date Created2003-08-01
Subject (Geographic - Hierarchical) Country: United States State: New Jersey County: NA
Subject (Topical)conservation; ecosystems; forests; habitats; land use; soils; water resources; land use management; highlands; environmental data; development; environmental degradation; forest restoration; preservation; pollution prevention; Asiatic earthworms
DescriptionThe ecological issues surrounding Highlands forest degradation and restoration were the focus of the State of the Forest Symposium on October 3, 2002. The objectives of the symposium were to present scientific research and expert views regarding the current health of the forests in the Highlands and to provide a forum for discussing solutions and future actions to preserve and enhance the forest resources in the region. The keynote speaker stressed the importance of maintaining healthy forests for reducing air pollution and preserving water resources. Other speakers addressed specific ecological stressors and challenges in preserving the Highlands forests, as well as methodologies for restoring the forests to a healthy state. Also presented were scientific studies of the destructive impact of non-native Asiatic earthworms on forest soils and how ecosystem degradation affects wildlife diversity and habitat. The afternoon sessions included interactive discussions in which expert panelists and conference participants brainstormed possible solutions and actions. Ideas for future actions included new legislation on invasive plant species and better management of white-tailed deer populations.
NoteSymposium proceedings made possible in part by the generous support of the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation.
NoteOver 120 people attended this symposium, which was held at the Morris County Cultural Center and jointly sponsored by the New Jersey Audubon Society, the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, and The Nature Conservancy.
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