Browsing MINDS@UW Stevens Point by Title
Now showing items 1162-1181 of 1257
-
Uncovering Wetland Governance: A County Level Analysis of Wisconsin's Wetland Governance
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2016-05)The benefits of wetlands to the ecosystem have long been over-looked as wetlands were filled and used for urban development and agricultural production among other motives until the 1970’s. During the 1970’s, institutions ... -
Understanding the Natural and Cultural Significance of Powers Bluff: Implications for Park Interpretation and Design
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 1998)Rising up from the surrounding farmland, Powers Bluff is the highest point in Wood County. Its isolation and solitude appeals the nature observer. Add snow to its steep slopes and it lures winter sports enthusiasts. Its ... -
Understanding Visitor Connections to Technology in Remote and Urban-Proximate Forests
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2018-12)Reconnecting with nature, escaping the stress of everyday life, and unplugging from technology are some of the reasons people take part in outdoor recreation. However, increasingly people are bringing their electronic ... -
Understory Abundance, Richness, and Diversity; An Assessment of Abiotic and Biotic Factors Influencing Understory Vegetation in Managed White Pine Forests of Northeastern Wisconsin
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2005-05)The study investigated the abiotic and biotic forces driving understory vegetation in old-growth ·white pine stands. The seed bank and its similarity to aboveground vegetation were also examined. Study sites were located ... -
Understory Vegetation and Seed Bank Response to the Restoration Efforts at Quincy Bluff and Wetlands Area, an Oak-Pine Barrens in Central Wisconsin
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2011-06)The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) has designated barrens communities as high priority for restoration. These communities are globally imperiled and support many endangered and threatened species. Many ... -
Underutilized Timber Species in Wisconsin: Exploring Potentials for Future Markets
(College of Natural Resources, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, 2023-12)Over the last two decades, Wisconsin's forest products industry (FPI) supply chain has faced challenges leading to a decline in production. This trend has been exacerbated by the closure of forest product mills throughout ... -
Unveiling the Gray: Ambiguity, Uncertainty, and Information Seeking in Patient-Provider Communication
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Fine Arts and Communication, 2012-05)Patient-provider communication contains ambiguities, uncertainties, and above all else,. shades of gray. The purpose of this thesis was to explore the not so black and white complexities inherent in patient-provider ... -
Upham Woods Education Master Plan
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 1990-12)The primary focus of this project was to develop a workable master plan to provide direction to the educational programs at Upham Woods Educational Center. The final product would be used by Upham Woods staff, state 4-H ... -
Urban Forest Assessment in Bangkok, Thailand
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2013-11)Urban forest assessments have been implemented in many cities worldwide to evaluate the urban forest structure and function. This study is the first step to institutionalize urban forest assessments in Thailand. Thus, ... -
Urban Impacts on Ground Water Quality and Flow Characteristics in Schmeeckle Reserve
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 1988-08)Schmeeckle Reserve is a 190 acre natural area located in the Central Sands Region of Wisconsin. The area is predominantly wetland with sandy loam soil and a depth to ground water of five feet or less. The Reserve is ... -
An Urban, Suburban, Rural Red-Tailed Hawk Nesting Habitat Comparison in Southeastern Wisconsin
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 1995-04)Red-tailed hawks (Buteo jamaicensis) nesting in urban environments is becoming more common, yet no studies have documented components of urban nesting habitat. In this study I define, describe, and compare urban, suburban ... -
The Use of Mobile Technologies in Wisconsin Environmental Learning Centers
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2015-05)Technology, when properly applied, has been shown to enhance student learning. Though some forms of technology are being used by educators in the Environmental Education (EE) field, there is still resistance to adopting ... -
Use of Musicological Context by Collegiate Chamber String Ensemble Coaches and Directors
(College of Fine Arts, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, 2021-05)Musicological context always matters in a good, expressive performance. While many music education scholars and researchers have mentioned that the importance of understanding musicological context is helpful for ensemble ... -
Use of Non-Invasive Surveys to Validate Predicted Bobcat (Lynx rufus) Habitat Distribution in Wisconsin from Landscape-Scale GIS Information
(University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2009-06)There has been mounting interest in Wisconsin to expand the bobcat harvest zone and a concomitant interest in increasing quota levels. However, bobcats are sensitive to over harvest and in Wisconsin current harvest ... -
Use of Semipermeable Polymeric Membrane Devices to Monitor Organic Contaminants in Lincoln Creek, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 1994-10)Semipermeable polymeric membrane devices (SPMDs) were evaluated as concentrators of nonpolar organic contaminants in Lincoln Creek, an urban stream in Milwaukee, WI. There were no significant levels of polychlorinated ... -
The Use of Social Media for Promoting Environmental Education
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2013-05)A survey and semi-structured interviews were conducted to collect information from members of the Association of Nature Center Administrators on how their organizations are using social media, and this information combined ... -
Use of the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE) to Predict Event Soil Loss
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2002-05)Soil erosion is an important environmental and economic problem. Information about soil loss from erosion by water may be used to assess ecosystem health and function. Erosion events can be expensive and potentially ... -
The Use of Written Resources to Manage Quality Information at Wisconsin Nature Centers
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 2015-05)In recent years Environmental Education (EE) and Interpretation (I) experts and organizations have called for a professionalization of the field. One aspect of professionalism is providing quality information to audiences; ... -
Uses of Computer Communication Systems by the University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension Service
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, 1983-08) -
The Uses, Planning, and Management of Horse Trails in the United States
(University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, College of Natural Resources, 1979)Horseback riding is one of the most controversial uses of trails because of the great impact horses have on the environment. In a state such as Wisconsin where few horse trails exist, the heavy use of those trails ...