Welcome to the Natural Resources Measurements 2024 Open House
Thursday ... 04.25 ... Noon - 2P ... 3214 Jordan Addition
Class photo from early days in the semester. At the 286 Cuture Log.
Teams spent 8 weeks examining the 286 Property, which is adjacent to Umstead State Park and the RDU Airport. Want to see what they found? Please visit our Open House! Â
Snacks and drinks provided.
Agenda
Noon ... Settle in
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12:05 ... Project overview - hear a brief introduction from each team
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12:15 – 14:00 (latest) ... Electronic poster session
Audience members may circulate freely and teams will present electronic posters on demand. Â
Teams
Human Use
We examined historical records and current uses to determine the human impact on the site of the past, present, and future.
Plants
We determined forest community types, documented snags, and cataloged invasive species.
Soils
We gathered soil samples to evaluate the site's overall soil health, focusing on assessing heavy metal concentrations, pH values, nutrient content, soil horizons, and bioindicators.
Trails
We mapped trails, highlighted areas with high levels of erosion and other hazards, and noted locations where signage could help with traffic flow.
Water
We examined physical, chemical, and biological metrics of the Haley's Branch to assess its health.
Wildlife
Cardinals, and otters, and toads, oh my! A look at the birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians that roam 286.
Report
Executive Summary
Executive Summary.pdf
