"Snow, Trees, and Recovery: Unveiling Hydrological Dynamics in Forests"

Discover the fascinating interplay between forest cover and snow dynamics in our latest episode! Join us as we delve into groundbreaking research utilizing mobile terrestrial LiDAR technology to explore how tree height influences snow water equivalent (SWE) and ablation rates in regenerating forests. Our expert guest, a forest hydrologist, unpacks the concept of hydrological recovery, revealing how it varies across different stand maturities. Learn how recovery begins at 3 meters for SWE and 5 meters for melt rates, and the implications for watershed health and management.