The Resist-Accept-Direct (RAD) Framework is a tool that helps resource managers make informed strategies for responding to socio-ecological changes.

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Recent Publications

Integrating climate-change exposure and refugia into landscape planning: A practical guide

This paper presents a flexible, climate-informed approach to landscape planning that integrates climate-change exposure and refugia information into a five-step process, using the RAD Framework to help guide the selection of management strategies. 

Upcoming Events

Webinar: The USGS National Climate Adaptation Science Center is pleased to announce a quarterly webinar series on the RAD (Resist-Accept-Direct) framework in collaboration with National Conservation Training Center. This series focuses on examples of RAD implementation and reflects on practical applications of RAD concepts. The next webinar will feature Mike Runge (USGS) discussing Structured Decision Making and RAD. It will take place on July 23rd at 3 pm ET. Register>> 

RADish News Bulletin Archive

Missed any of the prior RAD News Bulletins? All previous issues can now be accessed online! 

RADventures: Case Studies

Black Ridge Canyons Wilderness

To identify management objectives and assess the feasibility of potential management actions in response to changing conditions in BRCW, researchers from the U.S. Forest Service Aldo Leopold Wilderness Research Institute facilitated a 2-day workshop for BLM staff and BRCW stakeholders. The workshop was designed around the Resist-Accept-Direct (RAD) framework and encouraged stakeholders to assess the full decision space and discuss management pathways that otherwise may not be considered. Learn more>>

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🌱 RADification (noun): The process of implementing RAD principles into existing management strategies, transforming how ecosystems are managed. Bonus points for puns that are totally RAD! 

About the Newsletter: This newsletter features news from federal and non-federal scientists and managers exploring and implementing the RAD framework. Learn more about RAD: https://www.usgs.gov/rad

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