Appalachian Mountains Joint Venture Showcase
The Appalachian Mountains Joint Venture (AMJV) is one of 18 habitat Joint Venture partnerships in the United States. It is comprised of state and federal government agencies, non-governmental organizations, universities, and industries that work together to prioritize and coordinate conservation activities while building upon scientific knowledge. The AMJV seeks to coordinate with and assist partners in prioritizing which species and habitats to focus on for conservation, where their on-the-ground projects will have the highest return on investments, and how much habitat is needed to sustain populations of priority species. |
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NewsRecently Protected Jewel on the Crown of the RoanWe finally sealed the deal on a treasured 76-acre piece of the Roan landscape just below Carver’s Gap, a popular access point for the Appalachian Trail! In so doing, we have protected scenic views and hiking experiences for future generations to enjoy along the trail — and honored a civic leader of Spruce Pine who committed a lifetime to serving his rural mountain community. DEC Seeking Landowners To Assist With Wild Turkey ResearchA third year of a research project on wild turkey survival to help improve the management of this popular game bird will kick off in January, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Joe Martens today announced. New George Washington National Forest PlanThe USDA Forest Service’s new land and resource management plan for the George Washington National Forest, released today, will help conserve and restore a core network of resilient forests and improve healthy watersheds, while demonstrating the value of public collaboration on similar projects. International Wood Thrush Conservation AllianceThe International Wood Thrush Conservation Alliance (Alliance) is a consortium of scientists and conservation biologists from academic institutions, agencies, and non-profits in Central and North America. It is focused on conserving Wood Thrush (Hylocichla mustelina) populations using the best available science and raising awareness about the conservation needs of associated forest birds and their habitats. Our specific mission is to ensure the long-term viability of Wood Thrush populations and the habitats on which they depend through science-based, full life cycle conservation planning, management, and education. State of the Birds 2014The State of the Birds 2014 report finds populations declining across key habitats. It also reveals successes, including work of AMJV partners, where conservation investment is leading to recovery. MultimediaNorth American Migratory Bird Joint Ventures: 25 YearsMigratory Bird Joint Ventures are cooperative, regional partnerships that work to conserve habitat for the benefit of birds, other wildlife, and people. Flight 93 Memorial Site Habitat RestorationThe Appalachian Regional Reforestation Initiative is hard at work reestablishing native forests on former coal mining sites throughout Appalachia. The Flight 93 Memorial in Storystown, PA is one of these sites. USFWS Migratory Bird ProgramThis short video gives an overview of the Migratory Bird Program and the work we do conserving America's birds for present and future generations. Shade Grown Coffee: Saving Migratory Birds of North and Latin AmericasMany migratory birds that breed in the Appalachians winter in tropical forests in Latin America. These tropical forests are increasingly threatened due to encroachment from coffee farms that eliminate shade trees that wildlife depends on. The Importance of Southern Appalachian Bogs to BirdsSouthern Appalachian bogs are an extremely rare habitat type. In this video, Service biologist Sue Cameron discusses the importance of bogs to a variety of birds. |
Highlights and Accomplishments2015 Winter NewsletterIn this edition we welcome student interns to the AMJV team, detail the happenings at the Joint Northeast and Southeast Partners in Flight Meeting, and more. 2014 Summer NewsletterIn this edition we detail the State of the Birds Report and implications for the AMJV region, recommendations that came out of the AMJV Technical Committee Meeting, a Golden-winged Warbler land manager workshop for the Southern Appalachians, and more. 2014 Spring NewsletterIn this edition we detail the discussions and action items that came out of the AMJV Board Meeting, describe the recent Capitol Hill visit, planning for the upcoming Bird Conservation Partnerships and Initiatives Summit, and more. 2013 Year in ReviewThe success and strength of the AMJV lies with its dedicated partners, and your many accomplishments in 2013 are highlighted in this year-in-review. This partnership maintains an impressive record of successes in bird conservation. I thank everyone for their continued support and dedication to the AMJV partnership, and look forward to continuing our work into 2014. 2014 Winter NewsletterIn this edition we recognize partner's achievements for innovative approaches to protect public and private lands, activities and discussions that took place at the International Wood Thrush Workshop, increasing international collaboration for shared species, and more. ProjectsForestlands Best Management Practices for Golden-winged WarblersInitiated: 2010 Status: Completed in June 2012 Cerulean Warbler Forest Management ProjectInitiated: 2005 Status: Completed in 2010 Restoring Coal-Mined Lands to Create Habitat for Imperiled BirdsInitiated: 2008 Status: Ongoing Assessing Forest Fragmentation from Marcellus Shale Gas DevelopmentInitiated: 2011 Status: Ongoing Impact of Urbanization on Priority Bird PopulationsInitiated: 2009 Status: Ongoing For More InformationVisit the AMJV Website or Contact AMJV Staff |