Ecosystem Sciences Foundation

Idaho forests economic evaluation and health assessment / lsr- ecosystem sciences foundation is developing a geodatabase (gis) of idaho department of lands (idl) implemented projects describing over 100 state & private forestry program funded projects throughout the state of idaho since 2008. This data will help idl evaluate the impact of their programs on improving forest health across idaho. Engage key public, private and non-profit stakeholders in building the statewide economic analysis. This economic analysis will evaluate idahos priority landscape areas as identified in the idaho state forest action plan and communicate the value of ecosystem services produced by these landscapes.

Silver creek streamflow forecast modeling / bsu / nifa - comprehensive management of water resources is fundamental to the water allocation needs and conservation efforts for stakeholders in the silver creek and big wood river watershed. Surface water and groundwater resources are challenged by hydrologic extremes, water availability, irrigation needs, and water quality issues. This project will consider the relationships of surface and groundwater interactions, water availability, and aquatic ecosystem health to gain a better understanding of management approaches that can balance agricultural and ecological needs. This project is funded by a grant from the usda, agricultural food research initiative foundation and applied science program.

Wood river valley forest enhancement wrv- the wood river valley forest enhancement collaborative project with ecosystem sciences foundation and is led by the idaho department of lands in cooperation with the us forest service. The project occurs in three phases; a tree canopy assessment of the wood river valley; four community and urban forest management plans for the cities of the wood river valley; and implementation of the on-the-ground actions (tree planting, hazardous fuels treatments and other actions).