Coarse woody debris in riparian zones - Opportunity for interdisciplinary interaction

In managing coarse woody debris, foresters, fishery biologists, wildlife ma nagers, geomorphologists, recreation specialists, and policy personnel have many opportunities to coordinate watershed planning, cooperatively utilize natural patterns and processes, and improve socioecological systems. Past (and even present) management of riparian debris has been inconsistent. But a growing body of biophysical evidence, coupled with growing acceptance of ecosystem management on public lands, gives hope that together we can sust ain this vital component of ecosystem integrity.