Natural Resource Systems Library

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Natural Science Lessons

• NR001 Environment, Ecology and Ecosystem Defined
• NR002 Understanding Nature's Food System
• NR003 What Makes Ecosystems Work?
• NR004 Finding and Managing U.S. Ecosystems
• NR005 The Importance of Grasslands
• NR006 The Place of U.S. Forests
• NR007 Streams, Rivers, Lakes and Oceans
• NR008 Understanding Wetlands
• NR009 The Place of Humans in Ecosystems
• NR010 Understanding the Biosphere Where We Live
• NR011 Population Growth and Our Environment
• NR012 How Americans Use Land Resources
• NR013 Understanding Soil and Land Use
• NR014 Making Land Use Decisions
• NR015 The Value and Cost of Quality Water
• NR016 Defining and Understanding Water Quality
• NR017 The Human Impact on Water Quality
• NR018 Understanding Water Quality Regulations
• NR019 Protecting Water Quality
• NR020 Protecting Water From Nitrate Pollution
• NR021 Protecting Water From Phosphorus Pollution
• NR022 Protecting Water From Household Chemicals
• NR023 Understanding Groundwater Systems
• NR024 Groundwater Contamination
• NR026 The Importance of Clean, Healthy Air
• NR027 How Air Becomes Polluted
• NR028 Understanding Acid Rain
• NR029 How Air Quality Is Regulated
• NR030 Understanding and Managing Waste
• NR031 Recycling and Reducing Municipal Solid Waste
• NR032 Disposing of Solid Waste
• NR033 Disposal of Sewage and Liquid Waste

• Urban horticulture lessons

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Wildlife Lessons

• NR034 Understanding the Value of Wildlife
• NR035 What Is an Endangered Species?
• NR036 Understanding Wildlife Habitat
• NR037 Managing Woodlands for Wildlife
• NR038 Managing CRP Land for Wildlife
• NR039 Attracting Wildlife on Small Acreage
• NR040 Controlling Deer Damage
• NR041 Protecting Gardens From Rabbits
• NR042 Saving America's Endangered Fish
• NR043 Understanding Pacific Salmon
• NR045 Restoration of the Trumpeter Swan
• NR046 Causes of Animal Wildlife Population Losses
• NR047 Tips for Observing Wildlife in the Forest
• NR048 Who Lives in This Forest?
• NR049 Learning About Venomous Snakes

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Going Green Lessons

• NR060 The History and Uses of Paper
• NR061 Making Pulp From Recycled Materials
• NR062 Making Pulp From Plant Materials
• NR063 Basic Papermaking Techniques
• NR064 Advanced Papermaking Techniques

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• HT122 Composting for Beginners
• LA040 Alternative Manure Uses

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Agriculture and Environment Lessons

• NR101 How Agriculture Provides for Human Needs
• NR102 Agriculture's Impact on Our Environment
• NR103 Sources and Effects of Agricultural Pollutants
• NR204 Understanding Nonpoint Pollution
• NR105 Defining and Understanding Soil Resources
• NR106 Understanding Soil Texture and Structure
• NR107 Understanding Soil Erosion and Degradation
• NR108 Basics of Soil Erosion Control
• NR109 Making and Using Farm Conservation Plans
• NR120 The Value of Chemicals Used in Farming
• NR121 Understanding the Nature of Ag Chemicals
• NR122 Reducing the Risk of Using Chemicals
• NR123 The Risk of Pesticides in Groundwater
• NR124 Understanding Ag Chemical Regulations
• NR125 An Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture
• NR132 Farm Practices to Improve Water Quality
• NR135 Protecting Private Rural Well Water
• NR136 Protecting Honey Bees From Pesticides and Other Risks
• NR137 Natural Methods of Insect Control
• NR138 Merits of Mechanical Weed Control

• LA011 Manure and Nutrient Management
• LA035 Manure Storage and Handling
• LA039 Monitoring for Environmental Stewardship
• LA040 Alternative Manure Uses

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Renewable and Alternative Energy Sources

• NR150 Meeting Future Energy Needs
• NR151 Exploring Renewable and Alternative Energy Sources
• NR152 Harnessing Solar Power
• NR153 The History and Development of Wind Power
• NR154 Wind Power for Farms, Homes and Communities
• NR155 Ethanol and Other Alternative Fuels
• NR156 Energy-Efficient Buildings and Facilities
• NR157 Paying for Energy Projects

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U.S. Forests and Forestry Lessons

• NR175 Understanding Our Forest Resources
• NR176 Forest Regions and Types of Trees
• NR177 Identifying the Trees in Your Forest
• NR178 Understanding the Threats to Our Forest Resources
• NR179 Preventing and Controlling Wildfire Losses

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Forest Management Lessons

• NR180 History of Modern Forest Management
• NR181 Understanding Best Management Practices
• NR182 Planning for Multiple Use of Forests
• NR183 Planting Trees to Start or Renew a Forest
• NR184 Managing Southern Pines
• NR185 Managing Aspen Forests for Wood and Wildlife
• NR186 Forest Stand Improvement Practices
• NR187 The Purpose and Practice of Thinning Forests
• NR188 The Purpose and Practice of Pruning Forest Trees
• NR189 Planning Roads for Forest Operations
• NR190 Using Fire to Manage a Forest
• NR191 Using a Compass or GPS in Forest Management
• NR192 Managing Forest Pests and Diseases

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Forest Harvest and Marketing Lessons

• NR193 Deciding When and How to Harvest Trees
• NR194 Best Management Harvesting Practices
• NR195 Learning to "Cruise" Standing Timber
• NR196 Measuring the Volume of Logs or Pulpwood
• NR197 Marketing Your Timber

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