Forty Years a Forester
Author | : Elers Koch |
Publisher | : U of Nebraska Press |
Total Pages | : 246 |
Release | : 2019-10-01 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1496217268 |
Elers Koch, a key figure in the early days of the U.S. Forest Service, was among the first American-trained silviculturists, a pioneering forest manager, and a master firefighter. By horse and on foot, he helped establish the boundaries of most of our national forests in the West, designed new fire-control strategies and equipment, and served during the formative years of the agency. Forty Years a Forester, Koch’s entertaining and illuminating memoir, reveals one remarkable man’s contributions to the incipient science of forest management and his role in building the human relationships and policies that helped make the U.S. Forest Service, prior to World War II, the most respected bureau in the federal government. This new, fully annotated edition of Koch’s memoir offers an unparalleled look at the Forest Service’s formative ambitions to regulate the national forests and grasslands and reminds us of the principled commitment that Koch and his peers exemplified as they built the national forest system and nurtured the essential conservation ethic that continues to guide our use of the public lands.
Early Days in the Forest Service
Author | : United States. Forest Service. Northern Region |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 382 |
Release | : 1944 |
Genre | : Foresters |
ISBN | : |
Early Days in the Forest Service
Author | : United States. Forest Service |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 374 |
Release | : 1944 |
Genre | : Foresters |
ISBN | : |
The Fight for Conservation
Author | : Gifford Pinchot |
Publisher | : BoD – Books on Demand |
Total Pages | : 70 |
Release | : 2024-01-03 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 9361428969 |
"The Fight for Conservation" by Gifford Pinchot is a seminal work in environmentalism, embodying Pinchot's lifelong dedication to conservation and stewardship. As a prominent conservationist, Pinchot passionately advocates for sustainable practices in managing natural resources, emphasizing the importance of ecological balance and preservation. Through his expertise in forestry and land management, Pinchot lays out a comprehensive framework for environmental policy, guiding readers towards a future of sustainable development. With a focus on wildlife protection and the establishment of national parks, Pinchot underscores the critical role of conservation in safeguarding our planet's biodiversity for future generations. At its core, "The Fight for Conservation" embodies Pinchot's vision of responsible stewardship, urging individuals and governments alike to prioritize the long-term health of our ecosystems. Through his eloquent prose and unwavering commitment to environmental advocacy, Pinchot inspires readers to join the fight for conservation, recognizing that the preservation of natural resources is essential for the well-being of both humanity and the planet. This book serves as a timeless manifesto for environmentalists and conservationists, offering invaluable insights into the principles of sustainability and the imperative of protecting our natural heritage.
Report of the Forest Service
Author | : United States. Forest Service |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 374 |
Release | : 1994 |
Genre | : Forest policy |
ISBN | : |
Combined reports of: Report to Congress and Report for the Secretary of Agriculture.
A Burning Issue
Author | : Robert Henry Nelson |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 222 |
Release | : 2000 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : 9780847697359 |
Created in the early 20th century to provide scientific management of the nation's forests, the U.S. Forest Service was, for many years, regarded as a model agency in the federal government. The author contends that this reputation is undeserved and the Forest Service's performance today is unacceptable. Not only has scientific management proven impossible in practice, it is also objectionable in principle. Furthermore, the author argues that the Forest Service lacks a coherent vision and prefers to sponsor only fashionable environmental solutions--most recently ecosystem management. Describing its history and failures, the author advocates replacing the service with a decentralized system to manage the protection of national forests.
Early Days in the Forest Service: 50th anniversary ed
Author | : United States. Forest Service |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 124 |
Release | : 1955 |
Genre | : Foresters |
ISBN | : |