Dictionary of Natural Resource Management
6,000 entries, many of them illustrated and annotated with a detailed set of appendices covering conversion factors, geological time scales, and classifications of organisms.
REF 333.703 DUN 1996
Terminology of Forest Science, Technology, Practice, and Products
634.903
Oxford English Dictionary Online
If off-campus, contact Public Services Librarian for username/password.
GUIDES
Fires
363.379 LAN 1999
Identification Guide to the Trees of Canada
Lists every tree in Canada, each with a location map showing where it grows, as well as a detailed study of the leaves and fruit.
582.160971 LAU
Native Trees of Canada
A complete and basic guide to native Canadian trees, arranged by family. Includes history as well as identification, and is considered the basic reference covering form, fruit, habitat, twigs, size, bark, leaves, and the importance of the wood and seeds. 100s of black and white (with some colour) illustrations and photographs.
582.160971 HOS
Field Guide to Ecosites of Northern Alberta
The classification system used has 3 levels—ecosite, ecosite phase, and plant community type. 38 ecosites in Northern Alberta are described, with soil type and moisture nutrient grids for each plant.
577.37 BEC 1996
Indicator Plant Species in Canadian Forests
Introduction to the concept of plants as indicators of environmental conditions (e.g. soil nutrient and moisture regimes, pH, soil type) within Canada’s forests. Provides information on the identification, ecology, geographic range and indicator value of 80 selected vascular plants, mosses and lichens.
581.73 RIN 1997
FORESTRY LAW AND LEGISLATION
Regulated Forestry Profession Amendment Act, 2001
348.022 ALB REG
Balancing Act: Environmental Issues In Forestry
Outlines the basic principles of forestry and ecology, then turns to a discussion of the major issues in forestry, including clearcutting, slashburning, management chemicals, sustainable forestry, etc.
634.9 KIM 1997
Fire and Harvest Residual (FAHR) Project: the Impact of Wildfire and Harvest Residuals on Forest Structure and Biodiversity in Aspen- Dominated Boreal Forests of Alberta: Final Summary Report
577.37 FIR 1999
ELECTRONIC DATABASES
An electronic database is used to find articles in magazines, journals and newspapers. Portage Library subscribes to a number of Web-based electronic databases. For a complete listing of these databases, please see the handout on “Electronic Databases” and consult with a library staff on the appropriate database(s) to use for your research needs. The databases that you will find useful for your studies are: WEB SITES
The Internet is a rich source of material. The sites listed here are just a starting point. If you are looking for a specific topic, try typing keywords into one of the basic search tools such as Yahoo, AltaVista, Google, etc.
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The WebCat is the Library's computerized catalogue. It is the listing of books, videos, and journals available in the Library. You can locate material on specific topics by performing a Subject Heading search. Portage College Library uses Library of Congress Subject Headings.
Some sample headings for Forestry you can perform a search on in the WebCat:
Forests and Forestry
Forest Ecology
Forest Products
Fires
Fire prevention
Sustainable Forestry
The Library uses the Dewey Decimal Classification System to group books and videos together by subject on the library shelves. The call number on the WebCat corresponds to the number on the label on the spine of the book (e.g. 155.4 BEE).
Examples
363.3 - Fires
634 - Forests and Forestry
PERIODICALS: MAGAZINES, JOURNALS, NEWSPAPERS
Periodicals are published at regular intervals, generally more frequently than annually. Each issue is numbered and/or dated consecutively, and normally contains separate articles, stories, or other writings. Scanning current issues of periodicals in your subject area can be useful when you are trying to think of a topic.
Wildland Firefighter
Report Newsmagazine
National Geographic
Thomas Gale InfoTrac Databases
* Academic OneFile
A multi-disciplinary database that covers the arts, humanities, social sciences, science and technology. Includes Canadian Journal of Experimental Psychology, Canadian Journal of Native Studies, Canadian Journal of Psychology, Canadian Journal of Sociology, etc. Full-text articles are available.
ProQuest Databases
* Canadian Newsstand
Canadian Newsstand offers unparalleled access to the full text of Canadian newspapers.
EBSCO Databases
* Agricola
Contains bibliographic records from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Library. Covers topics in agriculture and allied disciplines including plant and animal sciences, forestry, entomology, soil and water resources, agricultural economics, agricultural engineering, agricultural products, alternative farming practices, and food and nutrition. Full-text articles are available.
* Academic Search Premier
The world's largest academic multi-disciplinary database, Academic Search Premier provides full text for nearly 4,650 serials, including full text for more than 3,600 peer-reviewed titles. PDF backfiles to 1975 or further are available for well over one hundred journals, and searchable cited references are provided for more than 1,000 titles.
* MasterFILE Premier
Designed for public libraries, this is a multi-disciplinary database covering information on general reference, business, education, health, general science, multi-cultural issues, etc. Includes an image collection of 107,135 photos, maps and flags. Full-text articles are available.
Access to databases is restricted to the Portage College students, faculty and staff
Alberta Environmental Protection
Includes “The Status of Alberta's Timber Supply” report, policy directives, as well as information about forest protection, forestry training and research. This site also contains information about fish and wildlife, parks, waste, etc.
Canadian Forestry Service
Canadian government site, with reports, links and a good forestry bookstore.
Canadian Forests
Provides government and association directories, employment and forestry news, and links to a variety of forestry information resources.
Canadian Institute of Forestry
The site for Canada's national organization for forestry professionals. Provides information about professional development, employment opportunities, publications, forestry links, etc.
Forestnet.com
Forestnet.com is the home to the "Logging and Sawmilling Journal" and the "TimberWest Journal". Issues are packed with valuable and useful job stories on successful mechanized harvesting and wood processing techniques and equipment, special editorial features, plus timely information on legislation, industry news, annual events, and people and products pertinent to America’s and Canada's largest forestry market.
Natural History of Trees
The Natural History of Trees or the TreeWeb provides detailed descriptions, maps and images of North American tree species, as well as information about the biology of trees and tree growth.
Resource Development & Wildlife
This site focuses on the impact of human activities on wildlife and provides an index of relevant resources. Includes a section on “Forestry and Wildlife Interactions.”
WWW Virtual Library: Forestry
Links to searchable databases, information about organizations, etc.
