Field Sampling and Data Analysis Methods for Development of Ecological LandClassifications: An Application on the Manistee National Forest

摘要

An Ecological Classification and Inventory (EC&I) of the Manistee National Forestwas conducted to provide the Forest with information needed as an ecological framework for integrated resource planning and management. A companion to the field guide, the General Technical Report presents the technical details of the development of the EC&I. It discusses the procedures used for developing the sampling design and methods, specific procedures for sampling vegetation and soils, and techniques for managing and analyzing data.