Riparian Ecosystems


	Improve understanding of how we can use, and still sustain riparian and aquatic ecosystems.

	Develop and test classification methods for riparian and aquatic systems at selected scales.
	Understand the structure and function of riparian and aquatic ecosystems, their ecological processes, and linkages to external systems.
	Develop new tools for managing riparian and aquatic ecosystems that are adaptable to a diversity of landscape conditions and societal values.



	Randall K. Kolka, Project Leader, contact Nancy M. Dudrey, Administrative Manager, contact Clayton J. Edwards, Research Fisheries Biologist, contact Arthur Elling, Hydrologic Technician, contact Jacqueline Kuykendall, Computer Specialist, contact Richard (Deacon) Kyllander, Hydrologic Technician, contact Jason McClure, Forestry Technician Don Nagel, Physical Sciences Technician, contact Doris Nelson, Physical Sciences Technician, contact William Pettit, Chemist Julie Rollins, Business Management Asst., contact Dwight E. Streblow, Forestry Technician, contact Eric Troumbly, Maintenance Mechanic, contact Elon (Sandy) Verry, Research Forester, contact