Training & Workshops | Climate Change Response Framework

We offer a variety of education and training opportunities on climate change, ecosystem response, and options for adaptation and mitigation.

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Climate Change Adaptation Planning for TNC New Hampshire preserves at Green Hills and Surry Mountain

Thu, 2/2/2023 - Thu, 2/2/2023 , Thu, 2/9/2023 - Thu, 2/9/2023 , Thu, 2/16/2023 - Thu, 2/16/2023

In a facilitated workshop, participants will the Adaptation Workbook structured decision-support process to intentionally integrate climate change considerations into conservation efforts on two TNC preserves (Green Hills and Surry Mountain). Using this approach, the project team will: Outline...

Wisconsin County Forest Association Climate Adaptation Workshop

Tue, 2/7/2023 - Wed, 2/8/2023

The Wisconsin County Forest Association and NIACS hosted two workshops to help county forests meet the new "Climate-Smart Forestry" expectations in the updated Forest Management Standards for SFI. We also expect these workshops to help with soon-to-be-released FSC certification expectations. The...

Climate Change Adaptation Planning for TNC New Hampshire preserves at Green Hills and Surry Mountain

Thu, 2/2/2023 - Thu, 2/2/2023 , Thu, 2/9/2023 - Thu, 2/9/2023 , Thu, 2/16/2023 - Thu, 2/16/2023

NH Climate Resilient Forest Management-Kickoff meeting

Tue, 11/29/2022 - Tue, 11/29/2022

This is a kick-off meeting for the broader NH Climate Resilient Forest Management project. Background: The overarching goal of this project is to facilitate shared learning about best practices for climate-resilient forest/habitat management using the Climate Adaptation Workbook developed by the...

Robinson Forest Adaptive Silviculture for Climate Change (ASCC) Workshop

Tue, 11/1/2022 - Thu, 11/3/2022

The University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, Colorado State University, and the Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science (NIACS) will be hosting a climate change adaptation workshop for partners working on the ecology and management of Appalachian mixed mesophytic...

Climate Change Adaptation - TNC Florida

Tue, 11/1/2022 - Fri, 12/23/2022

We are using the Adaptation Workbook to consider climate change adaptation actions for four different preserves in Florida. This landing page is a place to share resources for team members. The Workshop will include an introductory session in July, and three working sessions in November, 2022...

Rio Grande National Forest Adaptation Workshop

Tue, 10/25/2022 - Thu, 10/27/2022

There is an increasing need to consider the anticipated effects of climate change on ecosystems and identify management actions that respond to these changes. This workshop will support participants from the Rio Grande National Forest in determining which climate impacts are of greatest concern to...

Preparing the Scuppernong Basin for an Uncertain Future, Climate Adaptation Workshop

Thu, 9/22/2022 - Thu, 9/22/2022 , Fri, 9/23/2022 - Fri, 9/23/2022

Area of Interest The Scuppernong Basin comprises more than 3,000 acres within the Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest, including two State Natural Areas: Kettle Moraine Low Prairie and Scuppernong Prairie. These sites harbor high-quality examples of wetlands and support diverse native...

Preparing the Scuppernong Basin for an Uncertain Future, Climate Adaptation Workshop

Thu, 9/22/2022 - Thu, 9/22/2022 , Fri, 9/23/2022 - Fri, 9/23/2022

Webinar Series: Using the Tribal Forest Protection Act to Advance Tribal Climate Adaptation Priorities

Tue, 9/13/2022 - Tue, 9/13/2022 , Thu, 9/15/2022 - Thu, 9/15/2022

This webinar series was designed to facilitate greater collaboration between Tribal Nations and associated National Forests. Specifically, these sessions helped interested Tribal and National Forest staff understand the Tribal Forest Protection Act (TFPA) and how TFPA projects can help advance...

Webinar Series: Using the Tribal Forest Protection Act to Advance Tribal Climate Adaptation Priorities

Tue, 9/13/2022 - Tue, 9/13/2022 , Thu, 9/15/2022 - Thu, 9/15/2022

Climate Change & Kentucky Forests

Wed, 7/20/2022 - Thu, 7/21/2022

The Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science and University of Kentucky are offering the Adaptation Planning and Practices training as a hybrid online and in-person course for natural resource managers. This unique opportunity provides hands-on training in considering climate change information...

Taylor Park Adaptive Silviculture for Climate Change (ASCC) Workshop

Wed, 7/6/2022 - Fri, 7/8/2022

Colorado State University, the Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science (NIACS), Western Colorado University, and the USDA Forest Service will be hosting a climate change adaptation workshop for partners working on the ecology and management of lodgepole pine forests in southwest Colorado. This...

White Mountain National Forest: Sandwich Project

Fri, 6/3/2022 - Wed, 6/8/2022

About this training The White Mountain National Forest is using the Adaptation Workbook to consider climate change adaptation for the Sandwich Project. This landing page is a place to share resources for team members. Preparing for the training We are asking IDT members to: By 5/31/22, complete a...

Ohio Hills Adaptive Silviculture for Climate Change (ASCC) Workshop

Tue, 5/24/2022 - Thu, 5/26/2022

Colorado State University, the Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science (NIACS), the USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station, and the Ohio Division of Forestry will be hosting a climate change adaptation workshop for partners working on the ecology and management of oak-hickory forests in...

Chippewa National Forest: Winnie Sand Project

Thu, 5/5/2022 - Thu, 5/26/2022

The Chippewa National Forest is using the Adaptation Workbook to consider climate change adaptation during Proposed Action development process for the Winnie Sand Project. This landing page is a place to share resources for team members, including team members from the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe.

Climate Adaptation for Land Trusts - May 2022

Wed, 5/4/2022 - Wed, 5/25/2022

This online short course is designed for land trusts actively working on stewardship projects in forests, suburban, and urban forests, forested watersheds, and wetland systems. Course Goals Identify locally important climate change impacts and vulnerabilities. Explore the quick start guide to...

Chippewa National Forest: Ketchum Project Mid-scale Meeting

Thu, 3/24/2022 - Wed, 3/30/2022

The Chippewa National Forest is using the Adaptation Workbook to consider climate change adaptation during the mid-scale assessment process for the Ketchum Project. This landing page is a place to share resources for team members, including team members from the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe.

Forest-carbon focused Adaptation Planning and Practices Course (2022)

Mon, 3/21/2022 - Wed, 5/11/2022

The Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science and USDA Northern Forests Climate Hub are offering the Adaptation Planning and Practices training as an online course for natural resources professionals seeking to manage forests for carbon. This unique climate adaptation training opportunity is...

Climate Adaptation for Forest-Dependent Wildlife Webinar Series

Tue, 3/15/2022 - Tue, 3/14/2023

This 12-part monthly webinar series will explore forest ecosystems and their composition and structure under a changing climate, and the influence on wildlife populations and carbon dynamics. The series will also share tools and management approaches to help facilitate forest and wildlife climate...