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Notice of Intent: Assessment of Ponderosa Pine Resistance to Mountain Pine Beetle
(1) University of Montana (UMT) will conduct an assessment of ponderosa pine resistance to mountain pine beetle infestation at Devils Tower National Monument (DETO).
For genetic comparison, and to assess the regional level of resistance to pine beetle and further inform the predicted threat to
resources of Devils Tower, sampling will also be conducted at Wind Cave National Park (WICA) and Mt.For genetic comparison, and to assess the regional level of resistance to pine beetle and further inform the predicted threat to
Rushmore National Memorial (MORU).
If time allows, additional sampling may be conducted at Jewel Cave National Monument (JECA).
Additionally, UMT will provide DETO with an educational pamphlet and video short, and will present an educational program on pine beetle in the DETO campground amphitheater.
The project fulfills a public purpose by improving public understanding of mountain pine beetle infestation at Devils Tower, and seeks to provide information on the susceptibility of ponderosa pine forests to the beetle that will greatly enhance public knowledge on the threat of the insect.
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Additional Information of Eligibility:
This action will result in a task agreement award under the National Park Service Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU).
This is a notice of intent and a noncompetitive award in accordance with the Department of Interior 505 Departmental Manual 2.12C.
Please see attached announcement for more information.
Full Opportunity Web Address:
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Contact:
Grants Management Officer Kelly Adams Kelly_Adams@nps.gov
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Agency Email:
Kelly_Adams@nps.gov
Date Posted:
2016-05-23
Application Due Date:
2016-06-01
Archive Date:
2016-06-02
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