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Forests and Facilities

Forestry faculty conduct research and teaching at ¶¶Òõ̽̽-owned forests, laboratories, and natural areas. The Vermont landscape provides ample opportunity for outdoor learning in a wide range of ecosystems including forests, woodlands, and wetlands from Lake Champlain to the Green Mountains.

These forests and facilities allow students to learn and work directly with scientists and practitioners. Faculty research often involves collaborations with regional partners including the and the .

Rubenstein School Facilities and Partnerships

George D. Aiken Forestry Sciences Laboratory

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The George D. Aiken Forestry Sciences Laboratory, located on Spear Street, a mile from campus, is a Rubenstein School facility shared by USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station scientists in partnership with the School's faculty, staff, and students. Students can work in laboratories with faculty and graduate students specializing in biogeochemistry, ecological design, ecosystem ecology, forest ecosystem health, silviculture and applied forest ecology, tree physiology, and more.

University of Vermont Forests

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The Rubenstein School manages four research forests throughout Vermont: Jericho Research Forest, Talcott Woods, Wolcott Research Forest, and Washington Research Forest. These forests are used for recreation, research and educational activities that involve faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students. 

University of Vermont Natural Areas

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In addition to ¶¶Òõ̽̽'s four forests, the University owns 10 natural areas throughout central and northern Vermont. From one thousand acres along the shoreline of Shelburne Pond to less than three acres at Redstone Quarry, the ¶¶Òõ̽̽ Natural Areas provide outstanding resources for teaching and research. Forestry students visit many of the natural areas during their field coursework in the Rubenstein School.