This practical, student-friendly guide is ideal for undergraduate courses in forestry, wildlife management, and environmental science. It equips students with simple, cost-effective techniques for quantifying land, vegetation, water, and wildlife—methods that remain reliable even as digital technologies evolve. With step-by-step instructions, key formulas, and real-world examples, the book helps students build essential field skills for careers in natural resource management.

Key features:
• Inexpensive, time-tested methodologies accessible to students and practitioners
• Clear instructions for field measurements using basic tools like rulers, compasses, and dot grids
• Sample calculations and applied examples for hands-on learning
• Relevant across disciplines including forestry, ecology, wildlife biology, and environmental studies
• Authored by seasoned experts with extensive field and teaching experience