Special Issues

The Natural Areas Journal regularly publishes special issues that focus on a particular topic of interest to our members. Interested in supporting a special issue on a particular topic? We welcome collaboration! Contact Us to Discuss.




                    Recent Special Issues and Compendia



Volume 44:5

Invasive Species Compendium 


Published in 2024, this issue is devoted to evaluating the state of scientific research on how practices used to restore and manage conservation lands (forests, parks, wildlife management areas, nature preserves, etc.) affect water quality, water quantity, and freshwater ecosystems. 



Volume 39:1

Land Stewardship from a Water Resource Perspective


Published in 2019, this issue is devoted to evaluating the state of scientific research on how practices used to restore and manage conservation lands (forests, parks, wildlife management areas, nature preserves, etc.) affect water quality, water quantity, and freshwater ecosystems. 



Volume 38:3

Fire Compendium 2


Published in 2018, this issue contains 44 articles related to fire ecology and management, published in the Natural Areas Journal between 2008 and 2017.



Volume 36:4

Managing for Pollinators on Natural Areas

Published in 2016, this issue serves as a resource that summarizes plant-pollinator systems in natural areas. It  reaches and serves a wide audience: educators, scientists, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, businesses and others interested in this vital subject.



Volume 35:1

Using Native Plant Materials in Restoration

Published in 2015, articles cover the latest research, concepts, and best management practices for preservation and use of native plants in natural areas restoration.

This special Journal issue serves as an enduring go-to reference for land management professionals and others charged with natural areas restoration.

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