In the revised and expanded edition of this classic guide, Ralph W. Tiner introduces readers to the ecology and beauty of the wetlands in eastern North America. Topics include their formation and functions, wetland types, causes of loss and degradation, and recent efforts to protect them. The discussion now includes many examples from the Great Lakes region and information on best management practices for working in and around wetlands including vernal pools. A new chapter on classification and assessment further clarifies how the unique characteristics of these important natural resources...

This publication discusses the assessments, functions, and characterizations of the Hackensack River Watershed.

The Narragansett Bay Estuary Program's (NBEP) goal is to protect and preserve Narragansett Bay through conserving and restoring natural resources and enhancing water quality. NBEP accomplishes this through a variety of projects, including interagency partnerships and community involvement. This report presents the results of this multi-agency cooperative project. It summarizes data for the entire estuary, with tabular results for each town given in the Appendices.

Submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) is an important coastal resource providing habitat for fish and shellfish and for stabilizing nearshore sediments, among other functions. Knowing the distribution and trends of this resource will aid coastal resource managers in their planning and management activities.