By restoring degraded lands, this project will benefit the public by improving ecological conditions, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities, and scenic values on public lands in southern west…

By restoring degraded lands, this project will benefit the public by improving ecological conditions, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities, and scenic values on public lands in southern west virginia. The public will be provided opportunities to better understand the need and process for restoration and to actively participate through tree planting events. The project will contribute to the NPS mission and is consistent with NPS management policies to preserve and protect the natural resources, processes, systems, and values of parks in an unimpaired condition to perpetuate their inherent integrity and to provide present and future generations with the opportunity to enjoy them. Project results will be made available to the public through reports, website postings, and interpretive programs. Results of this work will also be conveyed to park managers, other relevant land managers, and the broader scientific community through technical reports, papers, and professional presentations.