These topics are related to current environmental problems such as resource management, pollution, radiation, and human ecology. Several field trips are scheduled during the regular class periods. Topographical variation and disturbance history have generated a mosaic of plant assemblages that include mature upland oak forest, hemlock ravine, pitch pine scrub oak ridge, shrub thicket, bog and post-fire successional. A seven-day excursion to the forest follows. Students travel from NYC to Garrison, NY via Metro-North railroad.
Some students opt to take their own cars.
Students are housed at the forest dormitories. Enrollment is limited to 12 students. Permission of professor is required.