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Chesapeake Conservancy data resources and tools: webinar notes on decision support tools, data resources, and outreach plans of Chesapeake Conservancy

list and links re. ongoing initiatives in the region: Links to information on existing data compilation, prioritization, or analytic resources

list of initiatives, principally in PA: landscape prioritization, data assemblies and similar projects - a list with links

Cumberland Plateau Stewardship Fund 2017 RFP Available: The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is seeking proposals within the Cumberland Plateau that will help accelerate the restoration and enhancement of critical forest and freshwater habitats and associated wildlife species in the region.

SECAS Version 1.0 Provides Regional Long-term Vision for Conservation: Leaders from state fish and wildlife agencies and federal and non-governmental partners came together at the 2016 Southeast Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (SEAFWA) Conference to release Blueprint Version 1.0 of the Southeast Conservation Adaptation Strategy (SECAS).

Demonstrating Value of Riparian Restoration Tool to Riparian Forest Buffer Advisory Committee: On October 27, Jessica Rhodes of the Appalachian LCC provided a demonstration of the Riparian Prioritization for Climate Change Resilience (RPCCR) decision support tool for the most recent meeting of the Riparian Forest Buffer Advisory Committee.

Steering Committee Work Groups Developing Major Goals and Objectives of Next 5-Year Work Plan: The Appalachian LCC community has identified and refined the major goals the Cooperative will work towards in the coming years, based on in-depth survey responses and focused discussions during workshop sessions at our most recent Steering Committee meeting in August.

Engaging Conservation Partnerships in the Vital Chesapeake Bay Watershed: Over the last two months, Coordinator Jean Brennan has worked with partners in the Chesapeake Conservation Partnership and Chesapeake Watershed Forum to introduce many to the diversity of LCC science products and tools that can benefit their important conservation work in this vital watershed.

Preserving Working Lands Conserves Habitats: Working lands not only provide food and fiber for our nation, but also an assortment of environmental benefits such as critical habitat for wildlife.

USGS Study Reveals Interactive Effects of Climate Change, Invasive Species on Native Fish: A new USGS study shows non-native Brown Trout can place a burden on native Brook Trout under the increased water temperatures climate change can cause.

Georgia's Revised Wildlife Plan Approved and at Work: A statewide strategy to help conserve hundreds of Georgia animal and plant species has been revised and is being put into practice following federal approval.

Spotlight on National Park Resources in the National Capital Region: To celebrate the National Park Service Centennial through talks and posters that highlight accomplishments in resources management and stewardship. The 2016 Spotlight featured contributions from every park in the region.

Our Collections at Risk: Climate Change Threats to NCR Museum Property: Over the past 15 years NPS Collections from Texas to Maine have faced devastating impacts from hurricanes and other climate related events. During this time, Hurricanes such as Isabel, Ivan, Katrina and Sandy have wrought havoc on NPS museum collections. Although not subjected to direct impacts from these recent hurricanes, NCR parks have been heavily damaged by their collateral impacts, typically in the form of flooding along the Potomac Valley. It is simply a matter of time before a major hurricane strikes right at the heart of the Nation’s Capital. Our recent brush with Hurricane Joaquin highlighted the risks we face in NCR from a devastating Hurricane event and its related impacts. Beginning in 2014 the NCR Museum Program has been developing an assessment of park collection vulnerabilities to climate change in NCR. This brief presentation will discuss those threats and highlight how some NCR parks are addressing those threats.