Natural Areas

Natural Areas

Source: Miles Hemstrom

A natural area is land managed for scientific research and education that contains important biological or physical attributes. In Oregon, these lands are established under the Natural Areas Act.

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Introduction to Natural Areas
The rich diversity of ecosystems and native plants and animals is one of Oregon's most distinctive...
Sycan Marsh Restoration
Land managers in the Lakes Basin have been concerned that changes in vegetation and soil conditions...
Research Natural Areas
The majority of the natural areas in Oregon are Research Natural Areas (RNA) established by federal...
Dedicated Natural Heritage Conservation Areas
Dedicated natural areas in Oregon are called Natural Heritage Conservation Areas. Like federal...
Natural Area Conservation
Oregon's natural areas are conserved when landowners or land managers choose to establish a natural...
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