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- 9th - 12th
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Students measure trees with a Biltmore tree scale stick and estimate the number of board feet expected from a tree. They explore the difference between a log and a bolt and explore how lumber is sold. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students calculate the number of board feet in a board and the number of cords in a firewood pile. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students work together to complete an experiment calculating the amount of board footage in a tree. They record their data and answer questions at the end of the lesson. They create their own hypothesis as well. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 10th
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Students identify biotic and abiotic componenets of an ecosystem. They identify the relationships between organisms, and the relationships between organisms and their environment. Pupils comprehend energy flow through an ecosystem. Students develop a scientific investigation to evaluate the diversity of organisms in a small plot. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students examine how foresters manage and maintain the forest as a producing crop. After a discussion and a brief background introduction, students work in groups to compute the board feet of a pre-marked tree. Once students calculate board feet, the information can be extrapolated into how many houses could be built out of one tree or how many trees it would take to build one house. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 8th - 10th
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Students construct Biltmore sticks and determine the height of trees. They calculate the trees' volumes in board feet and identify the raw materials and amounts each tree provides. Students construct data charts comparing the volumes of different tree species. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 11th - 12th
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Students identify tree varieties that are found in the woods of Pennsylvania. Using measuring equipment, they measure a tree for height and width using the correct procedures. They also determine how many board feet are in one acre. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 8th - 10th
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Students read an article about tree usage and value. Using a Biltmore Stick, they measure the height and diameter of trees along with the number of board feet in a tree. They discuss why some trees grow better in some areas than others. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students explore the conflicts between the economy and the environment by focusing on forest management in Maine. They read pamphlets on siliviculture and clear-cutting as well as those by environmental groups then conduct a debate on the issue of abolishing all clear-cutting in Maine forests. Full Review »
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- 9th - Higher Ed
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Students identify forestry career opportunities. Students identify the parts of a tree cross-section and trees based on their leaves and characteristics. Students calculate board feet and explain safe methods of logging/harvesting. Students diagram the forestry industry from tree to product and present information about a forestry product using resources and visual aids. Full Review »
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