The combined uncertainty of when and by how much greenhouse gas emissions will increase over time, the level of climatic response to those emissions, and potential for feedback systems make it difficult to predict the exact impacts of climate change. Despite this uncertainty, land managers can still take action to mitigate or adapt to climate change.
Managing deer is critical to protect and improve our natural resources. This chapter reviews deer impacts and management strategies.
Resident Canada geese populations have exploded in recent decades, leading to issues with nutrient and bacteria loading in waterways, among other issues. Management can help mitigate these issues.
Wildlife management is more than just addressing species whose populations have reached pest proportions. In addition to improving the health of natural plant communities to the benefit of many species, land managers can encourage wildlife species to use the property by supplying components of their habitat requirements.
Hazard trees pose a risk to people and infrastructure. Having a hazard tree monitoring program can help identify and manage these risks.
Invasive plants are a pervasive issue when stewardship natural areas in Pennsylvania. Management of these species should be a top stewardship priority.
Prescribed fire, when used appropriately and safely, can be a valuable tool in managing natural resources.
Unowned cats can be a nuisance that is difficult to address. This chapter explores this issue and provides guidance for management.