Introducing ecological drought as a scientific concept distinct from other definitions of drought, this webinar explores recent research on the topic, including transformational drought impacts and ecological tipping points. Speakers: • Dr. Shelley Crausbay, Senior Scientist, Conservation Science Partners • Dr. Amanda Cravens, Research Social Scientist, USGS This webinar is the first in a four-part series that seeks to raise awareness of ecological drought, share actions that strengthen ecosystems resilience and mitigate the impacts of droughts, and discuss research and…

This webinar focuses on planning, restoration, and recovery actions that strengthen ecosystem resilience, mitigate the impacts of natural disasters, and realize co-benefits. Speakers: Dr. Jennifer Cartwright, Lower Mississippi-Gulf Water Science Center, USGS Rachel M. Gregg, Senior Scientist, EcoAdapt Hannah Panci, Climate Change Scientist Robert Croll, Climate Change Program Coordinator, Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission This webinar is the second in a four-part series that seeks to raise awareness of ecological drought, share actions that strengthen ecosystems resilience and…

How can we best use fire in sites with timber management objectives? This panel will discuss panelist work and attendee questions on this topic. Register here.

Drought can exacerbate wildfire frequency, intensity, and severity. This webinar will explore wildfire management approaches based on ecological principles, including those that embed traditional ecological knowledge. Speakers: • Dr. Jeremy Littell, Research Ecologist, Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center, USGS • Bill Tripp, Deputy Director of Eco-Cultural Revitalization, Department of Natural Resources, Karuk Tribe This webinar is the third in a four-part series that seeks to raise awareness of ecological drought, share actions that strengthen ecosystems resilience and mitigate the impacts…