Place-based research– any facility with a · Key Recommendation #1 National strategy for ensuring...

What are FSMLs

• Place-based research– any facility with a geographically defined area supporting sustained research on the environment by multiple groups

FSMLs Complement Networks (NEON, CZO)

• Support Networks • Innovate Measurements Adopted in Networks

• Expand Geographic Reach • Diverse • Flexible • Look Backwards in Time

What FSMLs Do

• Access • Logistical Support • Model Ecosystems • Community of Scholars

RMBL is located on the Gunnison National Forest 8 miles north of Crested Butte

Access

• Own/Manage 1,000+ acres

• Access to Three USFS Districts

• Private Property

70 Buildings, 45,000 sq ft of space

A Spring Sprung Too Soon Is Death Blow to a Butterfly By JOSIE GARTHWAIT (New York Times)

Key Recommendation #1 National strategy for ensuring access

to public lands for research and education

Key Recommendation #2 Improve Data Management