Landowner Resources | Developer Resources | Researcher Resources | Educator Resources |
Researcher ResourcesWell designed assessment tools and monitoring strategies, grounded in sound science are fundamental to an effective wetland program. Oklahoma is in the process of developing wetland assessment tools and monitoring strategies based on collaboration between wetland managers and wetland researchers. Indeed, developing relevant tools and strategies depends on understanding resource management, the regulatory environment, and the ecological and physiochemical processes that drive wetland functions. This type of institutional and scientific knowledge can only come with strong partnerships among agencies, universities, tribes, and all parties that have an interest in the effective management of wetland resources. For more information regarding research currently being conducted and future research opportunities see the links below. Since the inception of the wetland program many projects have been completed. For more information regarding completed and ongoing projects, please visit Projects. Assessing the functions and condition of wetlands is an important aspect of wetland management. More Information regarding wetland assessment tools can be under the Assessment Tools page. Wetland maps represent significant resources for preliminarily identifying wetlands as well as tracking the loss and gain of wetlands. For information on the availability of wetland maps, visit Wetland Mapping. In Oklahoma, there is currently no formal monitoring and assessment program for wetlands. However, over the last five years a great deal of work has been done to better characterize the wetland resources throughout the state. For more information visit Wetland Monitoring. Research Needs and Funding Opportunities Oklahoma's Wetland Program is still developing the tools, strategies and standards necessary to effectively manage wetlands in the state. There are opportunities to receive funding to aid in capacity building for the Wetland Program. For more information, visit Research Needs and Funding Opportunities.
|