Links to other organizations and resources that provide technical assistance specific to the needs of collaborative and community groups.
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The Technical Service Provider program, authorized by the 1985 Farm Bill and
amended by the 2002 Farm Bill, expands the availability of
technical services to carry out NRCS Conservation Programs. Technical Service
Providers (TSPs) provide direct technical assistance and deliver conservation
services to landowners and others. TSPs are available to anyone who is eligible and subsequently receives funding through an NRCS conservation program.
Contact information:
Visit the USDA TSP web site
Phone: 1-800-457-3642
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Quantum GIS (QGIS)is a user friendly Open Source Geographic Information System (GIS) that runs on Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, and Windows. QGIS let you browse and create map data on your computer. QGIS supports vector, raster, and database formats.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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A program of the Biological Resources Division of the U.S. Geological Survey to provide regional assessments of the conservation status of native species and natural land cover types. Includes a state-by-state analysis.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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The Aboriginal Mapping Network is a cooperative website that supports aboriginal and indigenous peoples facing similar issues such as land claims, treaty negotiations and resource development. Common tools, such as traditional use studies, GIS, and others are used in a collaborative manner.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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Inforain is an online mapping tool for placed-based analysis in the Pacific Northwest. The resource includes interactive maps with built-in watershed locators that allows users to type in their address to learn more about their watershed. Maps are only available for Idaho, Oregon, Washington and California. Inforain is a project of Ecotrust.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 03 April 2008 )
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The National Network of Forest Practitioners (NFPP) is an alliance of rural people working on the ground to build a forest economy that is ecologically sound and socially just. It serves as a clearinghouse for information and technical assistance, and a place for people to meet, learn, and make their voices heard.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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Rangelands West, or The Western Rangelands Partnership, is a partnership of Western land-grant universities intended to provide quality information, resources, and tools to improve management of Western rangelands.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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The RTCA, also known as the Rivers & Trails Program, is a program of the National Park Service. RTCA staff work with community groups and local and state governments to conserve rivers, preserve open space, and develop trails and greenways.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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A program of the Conservation Technology Information Center at Purdue University serves as an information clearinghouse for watershed management.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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The Fund provides a comprehensive range of conservation services to a diverse clientele, including government agencies, corporations, foundations, nonprofit organizations, and individuals.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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The National Community Forestry Center consists of four regional centers dedicated to improving the well-being of communities and forests by helping rural people access, produce and use information.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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A partnership between the Forest Service and the National Forest Foundation established to provide communities and organizations "partnering" with the Forest Service with "the information and access they need for enhanced working relationships."
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 March 2008 )
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