Conservation Field Notes
This publication documents conservation work from the field — translating research, invasive species management, and ecosystem change into clear, disciplined reporting. The writing is grounded in sustained field experience and informed by scientific literature, but intended for a broader public audience.
The goal is not to dramatize environmental issues or strip them of nuance, but to interpret them responsibly — preserving complexity while making the realities of conservation work visible.
These notes are shaped by time spent in active landscapes, where conservation is practiced, debated, and tested in real conditions.
Field Notes documents ongoing conservation expeditions, invasive species management, and research conducted in dynamic ecosystems. These posts go beyond trip reports. They document wildlife, invasive species management, field science, and the lived realities of working inside dynamic ecosystems.
Here, you’ll find:
• Long-form conservation essays from the field
• Documentation of research, removal operations, and ecosystem management
• Reflections on land stewardship and the responsibility of access
Outdoor Recreation as a Conservation Force
Outdoor recreation carries economic and political weight. This analysis examines how participation drives conservation funding, policy decisions, and ecosystem protection.
Big Cypress National Preserve: Hydrology and Conservation in South Florida
An examination of Big Cypress National Preserve as a hydrological engine for the Everglades, exploring water flow, habitat connectivity, and conservation pressure in South Florida.
Rivers Are the Lifeblood of the World
Dam removal is reshaping American rivers. This analysis examines hydrology, ecosystem recovery, and the national shift toward restoring free-flowing water systems.
Rafting the Colorado River Through Cataract Canyon
A 100-mile descent through Cataract Canyon in Canyonlands National Park reveals the Colorado River as both engineered system and elemental force. Between petroglyphs, whitewater, and the shadow of Glen Canyon Dam, a group of veterans moves through geology, hydrology, and consequence — finding clarity in a river that still demands humility.