Is renovation needed?

Renovation techniques

Virtual Windbreak

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Learning goals

Upon completion of the Windbreak Renovation learning module, landowners and managers will (1) be able to determine if their windbreak is in need of renovation, (2) know the different renovation techniques, (3) understand the strengths and drawbacks of each technique, (4) be able to prescribe and apply the proper technique(s) to a given situation, and (5) be able to visualize the resultant stand following proposed management. 

Module overview

Windbreak Renovation is designed as a stand-alone learning module and not necessarily an online course.  Therefore, much of the learning will be self-guided.  However, Windbreak Renovation may also be used by many people simultaneously in a workshop setting.  A Leaders Guide can be found in last component of the module. 

Although the user can go through the components in any order, they were designed to be followed sequentially and this is recommended.  The focused goals of each component, as listed below, will allow the user to work through the module according to his or her own interests.

Component 1 � Introduction and module overview

Component 2 � When does a windbreak need renovation?

Component 3  � What are the different windbreak renovation techniques?

Component 4  � Create and manipulate your own windbreak. 

Component 5  � For more information �

Thank you for choosing Windbreak Renovation.  We hope that you will find it useful, and with your interest and help, we can restore these forest resources to their past prominence.

This module was developed by faculty and staff at North Dakota State University (NDSU):

Dr. Joseph D. Zeleznik, Extension Forester

Mr. Roger D. Egeberg, Programmer Analyst

Mr. Jason D. Peterson, Programmer

Mr. Bruce W. Sundeen, Video Production Specialist

The developers would like to thank the faculty and staff at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, for their support and commitment to this project.  Appreciation is also extended to the USDA-CSREES for their financial assistance and broad vision for the overall project.  Comments and question on this module can be directed to Dr. Joe Zeleznik at NDSU.