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Item A 15 and 20-Year Summary of Breeding Bird Trends in National Forests of Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin(University of Minnesota Duluth, 2010) Niemi, Gerald J; Howe, Robert; Danz, Nicholas P; Etterson, MatthewThe breeding bird communities of the western Great Lakes region have among the richest diversity of breeding bird species in North America (Robbins et al. 1987; Green 1995, Rich et al. 2004). The importance of this diversity and concerns with potential declines of some species has led to a strong interest in monitoring forest bird populations in the region. The relatively heavily forested landscapes of northern Minnesota and Wisconsin are considered to be population 'sources' for many forest bird species and may be supplementing population 'sinks' in the agricultural landscapes of the lower Midwest (Robinson et al. 1995, Temple and Flaspohler 1998). Analysis of population trends is used as an 'early-warning system' of potential problems in a species population and serves as a measure of the ecological condition of the environment (Niemi and McDonald 2004). Large-scale population monitoring programs such as the U.S. Geological Survey’s Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) provide important information on trends at a continental scale. However, limited coverage in some areas can make it difficult to use BBS data to characterize population trends at smaller geographic scales (Peterjohn et al. 1995). Continental trends also have the potential to mask regional population trends (Holmes and Sherry 1988), thus there is a need for regional monitoring programs that can provide more localized information (Howe et al. 1997). In response to the need for regional population data, a long-term forest breeding bird monitoring program was established in 1991 in the Chippewa and Superior NFs, and in 1992 in the Chequamegon NF. The Forest Service is mandated to monitor certain management indicator species (Manley 1993), and our monitoring program expands beyond indicator species to include all forest songbird species that we can adequately sample. Currently, approximately 420 stands (1,271 points) within the three national forests are surveyed during the breeding season (June 1 to July 10). The primary objective of this report is to update U.S. Forest Service personnel on results of the forest bird monitoring program. Here we focus on relative abundance trends of individual species. Because we slightly changed our point count methodology in 1995 by including unlimited point counts, here we focus on a comparison of the results from three different distance radii x time categories: 1) 100 m radius distance for 1991-2009, 2) 100 m radius distance for 1995-2009, and 3) unlimited distance for 1995-2009. Our intent here is to summarize the most important results and to provide detailed information in appendix form for those who need more specific results.Item 17 Soils: Settling, Stealing, Stirring(2022-08) Linqduist, Stephanie A.Within 17 Soils: Settling, Stealing, Stirring I invite the viewer, especially those non-native like myself, to look at soil with new eyes. Using 9 soils from Mni Sota Makoce/ Minnesota and 6 soils from the Gorama Mɛnde chiefdom in Sierra Leone, I paint images of connection to earth. Through the lens of analog photography and digital manipulation, my frame wanders from the farming village in Mɔndema to my own backyard and public gardens in the Twin Cities. Within this text is a collectively written soil index, selected images, and essays describing my internal approach towards creating this installation of paintings and light bench.Item 1906-1911 The Aborigines of Minnesota, A Report based on the collections of Jacob V. Brower, and on the Field Surveys and Notes of Alfred J. Hill and Theodore H. Lewis(Minnesota Historical Society, 1911) Winchell, N.H.; Brower, Jacob V.; Hill, Alfred J.; Lewis, Theodore H.Archeological studies and descriptions of Native Americans in Minnesota, early 20th century. Collated, Augmented and Described by N.H. WinchellItem 1963 Twin Cities Area Christmas Tree Sales(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1964-07-15) Skok, Richard A.; Smith, Marvin E.; Miles, William R.Item 1964 Retail Christmas Tree Sales in the Twin Cities Area(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1965-07-15) Ellefson, Paul V.; Skok, Richard A.; Miles, William R.Item The 1965 Twin Cities Retail Christmas Tree Market(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1966-10-15) Anderson, Henry P.; Skok, Richard A.; Miles, William R.Item 2001 Minnesota State Survey--Part II: Results and Technical Report.(Minnesota Center for Survey Research (MCSR), 2002) Armson, RosannaItem 2005 Art Meander: Market Identification & Event Enhancement(University of Minnesota Tourism Center, 2005) Salk, Raintry J.; Schneider, Ingrid E.; Monson, VernaThe purpose of this project was to assess visitor perceptions of the Meander and understand their interest in cultural/heritage travel.Item 2006 Minnesota State Survey: Results and Technical Report.(Minnesota Center for Survey Research (MCSR), 2007) Minnesota Center for Survey ResearchItem 2010 Gubernatorial Candidate Forum with Senator Mark Dayton (DFL)(2010-09-13) Jacobs, Lawrence R.Item 2SLGBTQIA+ Students Involved in Trading Sex: Data from the 2022 Minnesota Student Survey(2024) McMorris, Barbara; Brightly-Brown, Shari; McKinney, Kate; Filoteo, Montana; Martin, Lauren; Rider, G. NicItem A 35mm Aerial Photography System for Forest and Range Resource Analysis(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1973-01-15) Meyer, M.Item Abundance and Diversity of Small Mammals Found in Forest Habitat Compared with Prairie Habitat(2010-03-10) Blake, Amy; Shaughnessy, Lorraine; Strelow, DesireeMany factors can influence the biodiversity in a particular habitat. In this study, we looked at the biodiversity of small mammals in four forested habitats and four prairie habitats. We predicted that heterogeneous habitats would be more diverse, while disturbed areas would be less diverse. We set up a 5 x 10 trap-grid in each of the eight habitats, using a combination of Sherman, Russian, and Longworth traps. We checked traps in the forest habitats once a day for three consecutive days and traps in the prairie habitats twice a day for three consecutive days. Results indicate that biodiversity of small mammals is greater in most of the forested sites than in prairie sites. We also observed that the red-backed vole and the deer mouse were present in both forest and prairie habitat while other species found were only common in prairie or forest.Item Accumulation and Snowmelt on North-South(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1972-01-15) Clausen, John C.; Mace, Arnett C. Jr.Item Addressing Barriers to Extended Foster Care(2023) Luna, Christina; Olinger, Emily; Weiner, EvelynFifteen years ago, federal legislation was passed which provided states with the option of allowing eligible individuals to remain in foster care beyond age 18, paving the way for Minnesota to establish its Extended Foster Care program in 2011. Through this program participants receive monthly stipends and case management support. Research indicates lasting positive effects for participants, as time spent in EFC is associated with positive outcomes such as decreased instances of homelessness and involvement in the criminal justice system. Still, little has been known about the utilization of the program in Minnesota. Our team sought to fill this gap in research by investigating the current utilization rate and factors that affect participation. To do so, we utilized a mixed-methods approach which included interviews with systems actors, summary statistics of program data, and a review of program documents. Through this process, our team identified key strengths, weaknesses, and barriers present in Minnesota’s. Ultimately, we propose recommendations related to data and evaluation, service delivery, program design, and investment in resources to remove barriers and increase participation.Item Adjusting the Staff Compass(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1963-01-15) Host, John R.; Brown, R.M.Item Adventitious Roots and Shoots of Wilding White Pine at the Quetico-Superior Wilderness Research Center(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1958-07-15) Ahlgren, Clifford E.Item Aerial Photo Detection of Highway-Associated Damage to Red Pine(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1972-10-15) Gerbig, Bruce H.; Ulliman, Joseph J.; Sucoff, Edward I.Item Aerial Photo Measurement of Big Sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata) Crown Density(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1972-10-15) Meyer, M.P.; Eng, R.L.; Schladweiler, P.Item Aerial Photographic Determination of Animal Movement Surface Area in Steep Terrain(St. Paul, Minn. : School of Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1970-01-15) Meyer, M.P.; Eng, R.L.; Martinka, R.R.