FFI is an ecological monitoring software application designed to assist managers with collection, storage and analysis of ecological information.

The flexibility designed into FFI means it can be used for monitoring a broad range of ecosystems. Though developed for application in the U.S., FFI can potentially be used to meet monitoring needs internationally.

PRICIPAL INVESTIGATORS

Nate Benson (NPS); Duncan Lutes, Ecologist (FS); John Caratti (SEM); MaryBeth Keifer (NPS)

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Assist managers in accomplishing monitoring activities.

KEY RESULTS

Through 2011 we’ve presented 14 classroom and 23 on-line classes attended by well over 400 individuals. Currently used by NPS, FS, FWS and BIA.

FUNDING ORGANIZATIONS

Initial FFI development was sponsored by the National Interagency Fuels Coordination Group. Ongoing support is provided by the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service.

PUBLICATIONS AND PRODUCTS

a) FFI software tool for ecological monitoring. EastFIRE Publicaction 
b) FFI: software available on FFI-FRAMES Website
c) FFI Google Discussion Group (Membership required)