Sample Field Study Topics:

WATER
stream flow/survey
observation and inventory
mapping stream course
human uses
water chemistry/quality, dissolved oxygen, acidity, phosphorous/nitrogen, aquatic insects

VEGETATION COMMUNITIES:
forest communities
plant identification
forest health
erosion
native and non-native species

WILDLIFE COMMUNITIES:
use of local field guides for mammals, birds
animal habitats
animal migration
predators
native and non-native species

HUMAN IMPACTS ON NATURAL RESOURCES:
population growth
housing development
transportation needs and impacts
recreation (backpacking, hiking, biking, off-road vehicles, boating, personal water craft, skiing)
habitat loss