The Oregon State University College of Forestry has just released a new audio-visual program, "Managing Riparian Areas on Forest Lands". Riparian areas are now widely recognized as unique and vital parts of forest lands, and they have been receiving growing attention from resource managers and landowners who must make decisions about managing these important sites. This program provides a thorough overview of forest riparian management, in an effort to promote sound and economical management strategies.

Co-authored by Paul Adams and Tom McMahon (now with Montana State University), the program summarizes current understanding of the nature, functions, and benefits of riparian areas on forest lands. It then examines the potential effects of forest practices on riparian functions and benefits, and discusses the major challenges and opportunities in managing forest riparian area. The program uses research results, field photos, and high-quality graphics to illustrate key principles for a broad audience - from field foresters, to woodland owners, to natural resource policy makers.

Managing Riparian Areas on Forest Lands is 28 minutes long, and available in two formats: a slide-tape package (including 127 slides and both audible and inaudible tone audio cassette soundtracks) or as a slide-to-video transfer (VHS). Each program comes complete with a script. Purchase price is $130, 5-day rental $25. To order (request Slide-Tape #987 S-T, or VHS Video Transfer #987 V-T) of for more information contact: Forestry Media Center, Oregon State University, Peavy Hall Room 248, Corvallis, OR 97331-5702. Phone, (503) 737-4702.