Project Abstract

Integration of public lands management principles and applications is crucial for effective and sustainable land management. Public lands, which include national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and other federally owned lands, play a significant role in conservation, recreation, and resource management. However, managing these lands can be complex due to the diverse objectives, stakeholders, and uses involved. This research abstract focuses on the principles and applications of integrated public lands management. It explores the concept of integration in the context of public lands, emphasizing the need for a holistic and collaborative approach that considers ecological, social, and economic factors. By integrating various management principles, such as ecosystem management, adaptive management, and stakeholder engagement, public land managers can address multiple objectives and challenges more effectively. The abstract also discusses the applications of integrated management principles in public lands. It highlights the importance of incorporating scientific research, data-driven decision-making, and monitoring and evaluation processes into land management practices. Through the application of integrated principles, public land managers can improve biodiversity conservation, enhance ecosystem services, and promote sustainable land use. Furthermore, the abstract examines the role of stakeholders in integrated public lands management. Engaging diverse stakeholders, including local communities, indigenous groups, government agencies, and non-profit organizations, is essential for successful land management. By fostering partnerships and collaboration among stakeholders, public land managers can build consensus, resolve conflicts, and achieve shared goals for land conservation and sustainable development. In conclusion, this research abstract underscores the significance of integrated public lands management principles and applications for achieving sustainable land management outcomes. By embracing a holistic and collaborative approach, public land managers can address the complex challenges facing public lands and promote the long-term health and resilience of these valuable landscapes. Through the integration of management principles, scientific knowledge, and stakeholder engagement, public lands can be effectively managed to balance conservation, recreation, and resource use objectives for the benefit of present and future generations.

Project Overview

Integrated Public Lands Management is the only book that deals with the management procedures of all the primary public land management agencies—National Forests, Parks, Wildlife Refuges, and the Bureau of Land Management—in one volume. This book fills the need for a unified treatment of the analytical procedures used by federal land management agencies in planning and managing their diverse lands. The second edition charts the progress these agencies have made toward the management of their lands as ecosystems.

It includes new U.S. Forest Service regulations, expanded coverage of Geographic Information Systems, and new legislation on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Wildlife Refuges. This book fills the need for a unified treatment of the analytical procedures used by federal land management agencies in planning and managing their diverse lands