Forest Ecosystems of the Southern Appalachians

Learn to read the forested landscapes of the Southern Appalachians through an immersive exploration of their natural communities, ecological processes, and environmental history. Through extended field excursions, collaborative discussions, and careful observation, students will discover the relationships that shape one of North America's most biologically diverse mountain regions.

With Dr. Stephanie (Steph) Jeffries, North Carolina State University; Dr. Alan Weakley, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Dr. Julie Tuttle, Ecologist/Biogeographer.