Duke Forest Practicum

1-2 credits · Nicholas School of Environment

Designed to focus on practical skills required of land managers in a variety of settings, including conservation organizations, government, and industrial and non-industrial forestland ownerships. The management plan of the Duke Forest will serve as a guide and example for specific resource and administrative considerations. Classroom and field settings provide hands-on experience with range of topics, including elements of a forest management plan, certification and best management practices, timber sales planning and administration, conservation easements, wildlife management, and recreation management. Open only to MEM and MF students. Instructor consent required.