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The following special issue includes a practitioner note that provides context about Forested Natural Areas in cities and introduces eight themes that are explored in the 25 practitioner case studies. This publication is the product of a fruitful workshop that brought together leaders in the field of Forested Natural Areas management. The case studies document both widespread approaches that are being used in cities across the U.S., as well as innovation that is taking place in individual cities. The goals of both the workshop and this publication are to raise national awareness of urban forested natural areas, improve their management, and contribute to a community of practice.

Highlights

  • The following special issue includes a practitioner note that provides context about Forested Natural Areas in cities and introduces eight themes that are explored in the 25 practitioner case studies

  • This publication is the product of a fruitful workshop that brought together leaders in the field of Forested Natural Areas management

  • These natural areas are an important form of “nearby nature” that contribute to the health and wellbeing of the four out of five Americans who live in cities

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The following special issue includes a practitioner note that provides context about Forested Natural Areas in cities and introduces eight themes that are explored in the 25 practitioner case studies. Volume 13 Issue 1 The Science and Practice of Managing Forests in Cities 2020 The Science and Practice of Managing Forests in Cities: Introduction to the Special Issue

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