Log Sampling Methods and Software for Stand and Landscape Analyses

By U.S. Department of Agriculture

We describe methods for efficient, accurate sampling of logs at landscape and stand scales to estimate density, total length, cover, volume, and weight. Our methods focus on optimizing the sampling effort by choosing an appropriate sampling method and transect length for specific forest conditions and objectives. Sampling methods include the line-intersect method and the strip-plot method. Which method is better depends on the variable of interest, log quantities, desired precision, and forest conditions. Two statistical options are available. The first requires sampling until a desired precision level is obtained.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 150872380X
• ISBN13: 9781508723806
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.5" x 11.0"