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Ask an Expert — Why Are Pile Burns Common Around Utah This Fall?
As many parts of Utah transition from an extended fall wildfire season to winter weather, some may wonder why pile…
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USU Researchers Monitor Sage Grouse Populations, Habitat With Help of Bird Dogs
USU researchers are using bird dogs to track and monitor the populations and habitat of sage grouse.
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Ask an Expert — Emergency Essentials: September Is National Preparedness Month
By following these tips, you can better prepare for unexpected events and gain peace of mind.
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Utah Conservation Corps Secures Community Forestry Partnership Grant
UCC has secured a grant to remove invasive species and reduce fuel loads on the Wuthrich property, 32 acres owned by…
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USU Extension Forms Environmental Technical Assistance Resource Center
USU Extension, in collaboration with Montana State University, has established a new technical assistance center to…
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New USU Study Highlights Channel Response in Upper Colorado Basin
A new USU study has shed light on how mountain streams respond to the compounded disturbances of wildfire, extreme…
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Changing the Map: New AI Technology, Geospatial Mapping Certificates Offered
Beneath almost every aspect of modern life streams a colossal river of data, and AI may be the only way to usefully…
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Blowing Smoke: New Metric Quantifies Wildfire Smoke Threat to Lakes
A team of researchers, including USU's Janice Brahney, has developed a new metric, the "lake-smoke day" to help…
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Ask an Expert — Prepare Now: May is National Wildfire Awareness Month
Consider these resources to help keep your home safe from wildfires for National Wildfire Awareness Month.
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Land and Sea: Jacob Lancaster on Building a Career in Wildland Firefighting
Set to graduate with a degree in environmental studies, Jacob Lancaster thinks being "typical" is probably overrated.
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Climate Study Reveals Alarming Trends in Heat Wave Dynamics
Forces that drive climate change do more than just create warming temperatures; they cause more frequent extreme…
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Atmospheric Villain: Tracking Wildfire Smoke Is the Topic for USU's Olsen Lecture March 6
Wildfire smoke can linger in communities long after the initial blaze and potentially cause health problems,…