Beyond naturalness rethinking park and wilderness stewardship in an era of rapid change

Beyond Naturalness brings together leading scientists and policymakers to explore the concept of naturalness, its varied meanings, and the extent to which it provides adequate guidance regarding where, when, and how managers should intervene in ecosystem processes to protect park and wilderness valu...

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Autres auteurs: edited by David N. Cole and Laurie Yung
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English
Publié: Washington, DC Island Press
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Résumé:Beyond Naturalness brings together leading scientists and policymakers to explore the concept of naturalness, its varied meanings, and the extent to which it provides adequate guidance regarding where, when, and how managers should intervene in ecosystem processes to protect park and wilderness values. The main conclusion is the idea that naturalness will continue to provide an important touchstone for protected area conservation, but that more specific goals and objectives are needed to guide stewardship
Description matérielle:xiii, 287 p.
ill.
23 cm
Bibliographie:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:1597265098
9781597265096