Project Database

Landscape Change Detection in North Coast and Cascades Network (NCCN) Parks in Support of NCCN Landscape Dynamics Monitoring

Project ID: P14AC01711 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $15,283 Total Funding: $78,867 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Oregon State University (OSU) and the National Park Service (NPS) will collaborate on a project to support landscape dynamics monitoring in the Pacific Northwest and in the North Coast and Cascades Network (NCCN) parks. OSU has developed a change detection process, called LandTrendr,…

August 30, 2021

Landscape Change Detection with National Park Service Inventory and Monitoring Networks in Support of Landscape Dynamics Monitoring- GLKN

Project ID: P17AC00585 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $59,379 Total Funding: $346,704 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: The objectives of this Agreement are to further development of change detection research using an existing methodology developed at OSU by Dr. Robert Kennedy termed LandTrendr. The two networks both utilize this approach as part of their respective longterm monitoring programs and rely…

Landscape Scenario Analysis Project

Project ID: HAF033F11 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $81,100 Total Funding: $429,550 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This project will develop a landscape modeling and analysis capability which will be used for the upcoming revision of the BLM resource management plans. (In 2009 BLM changed the project number to L08AC14460).

Landscape Scenario Analysis, Watmough Bay

Project ID: HAF043D03 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $13,560 Total Funding: $24,072 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Winter storm surges in Puget Sound have contributed to erosion of a portion of the archaeological site (45SJ280) along the beach at Watmough Bay on Lopez Island. Stabilization measures identified by BLM engineers are proposed to control erosion at the site. Before stabilization…

Lapwai Basin Fish-flow Studies

Project ID: R12AC11005 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $111,000 Total Funding: $384,277 [project-data-part-2]

Large Scale Groundwater Tracer Tests

Project ID: J9088020031 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $40,000 Total Funding: $51,500 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Complete a ground water tracer test study that quantifies ground water condition by tracking sub-surface flow paths back to their origins.

Large-scale assessment of whitebark pine (Pinus albicaulis) regeneration in Washington State

Project ID: F24AC01518 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $67,644 Total Funding: $67,644 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Whitebark pine (Pinus albicaulis) is a foundation species in subalpine ecosystems of the western United States. Populations are declining rapidly due to four interrelated threats: white pine blister rust, a fungal disease caused by the nonnative pathogen Cronartium ribicola; mountain pine beetle attacks; altered…

November 18, 2024

Las Flores Ranch House Window and Door Restoration Program

Project ID: UVM-02-50 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $77,666 Total Funding: $109,500 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: A program of research, training and implementation of the restoration of windows and doors at the Las Flores Adobe Ranch House. Deliverables: Las Flores Adobe National Historic Landmark Carriage House Stabilization Program 2003-2004 (Final Report)

August 30, 2021

Lassen Volcanic National Park Photograph Collection Inventory and Cataloging Project

Project ID: J9W88030020 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $12,000 Total Funding: $42,000 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This project will systematically organize the Lassen Volcanic National Park photograph collection and create a functional database and cataloging system for these photographs. The Park photograph collection consists of approximately 4,000 black and white historic photos with safety negatives and color photographs, 12,700…

Leadership, Coordination and Administrative Oversight for the Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystems Studies Unit

Project ID: P21AC12278 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $48,800 Total Funding: $163,417 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This project supports the fundamental administration and coordination actions of the Pacific Northwest CESU and furthers the broader implementation of the CESU Network across the country, which fosters engagement among federal agencies and nonfederal partner institutions in collaborative natural and cultural resource science,…

May 16, 2023

Leadership, Coordination, and Administrative Oversight for the Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (PNW CESU)

Project ID: P16AC01846 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $42,800 Total Funding: $206,447 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Investigators from UW and NPS staff will collaborate to accomplish the following specific objectives. 1. Facilitate communications among and correspondence with existing and potential partners, and with the CESU Network National Office. 2. Conduct strategic planning, and update the PNW CESU strategic plan,…

August 30, 2021

Leigh and String Lakes Visitor Use Study at Grand Teton National Park

Project ID: P17AC00106 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $463,485 Total Funding: $463,485 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: String and Leigh Lakes are located within Grand Teton National Park (GRTE). String Lake is a very popular area for recreational paddling, swimming/wading, picnicking, and day hiking. Leigh Lake is popular for recreational paddling, day hiking, and backcountry camping. GRTE staff has observed…

Lepidoptera (Butterflies and Moths) of Crater Lake National Park

Project ID: P14AC01576 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $9,988 Total Funding: $9,988 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This is a collaborative project between the National Park Service (NPS) and Oregon State University (OSU) to conduct three Lepidoptera surveys of Crater Lake National Park (CRLA) to generate new knowledge about Lepidoptera in Oregon. The Lepidoptera of CRLA are poorly known, although…

Lepidoptera (Butterflies and Moths) of Crater Lake National Park

Project ID: P18AC01115 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $11,883 Total Funding: $11,883 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This is a collaborative project between NPS and OSU to conduct three Lepidoptera surveys in CRLA to build on the previous study and expand the body of scientific information on Lepidoptera. The survey information will generate new knowledge about the distribution and relative…

Lesser Prairie Chicken Initiative

Project ID: 68-7482-16-533 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $701,040 Total Funding: $701,040 [project-data-part-2]

Lewis & Clark National Historical Park – Vegetation Inventory and Herbarium Review

Project ID: J8W07080030 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $58,000 Total Funding: $58,000 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Through the Natural Resource Challenge in 1999, the National Park Service (NPS) launched an ambitious and successful natural resource inventory and monitoring (I&M) program nationwide. The inventory component of this program was dedicated to documenting the flora and fauna on NPS administered lands…

Lewis and Clark National Historical Park Forest Vegetation Management Plan

Project ID: J8W07060016 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $28,000 Total Funding: $28,000 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This project involves a site assessment of a newly expanded national park in Oregon to develop management direction on lands previously managed as industrial forest. The primary objective is to produce a forest management and monitoring plan for these lands that will identify…

Lichen Community Analysis for Environmental Monitoring

Project ID: P14AC01637 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $14,007 Total Funding: $14,007 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Lichen communities have been shown to be sensitive to changes in environmental pollution and climate change, making them good candidates for long-term monitoring of ecosystem conditions. Building upon prior efforts, a partnership among the National Park Service (NPS), the US Forest Service, and…

Lichen Inventory for the Southwest Alaska Network

Project ID: P12AC15015 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $135,000 Total Funding: $211,882 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This Task Agreement will support an inventory of lichens in Lake Clark (LACL) and Katmai (KATM) National Parks and Preserves in a collaborative effort by the National Park Service (NPS) and Oregon State University (OSU). As part of this project, NPS and OSU…

Lichen Monitoring in Gates of the Arctic National Park

Project ID: J8W07100007 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $85,992 Total Funding: $120,720 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Lichen abundance and community composition are important components of vegetation monitoring in the Arctic Inventory and Monitoring Network (ARCN). Comprehensive lichen inventories that comprise the baseline data for long-term monitoring have been completed for 4 of the 5 National Park Service units in…