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Introduction to Lake Michigan Coastal Dunes
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Research Methods

 
We use a variety of methods to measure sand movement processes, changes to the dunes, and the local conditions that affect processes and changes.

See the sections on Processes and Environment to learn why we need to collect these data. 

    Emptying sand trap in winter.
Monitoring sand traps in Hoffmaster State Park (February 2005).
 
Measuring Sand Transport and Dune Change
Monitoring Weather and Climate
Measuring Surface Conditions
Other Measurements
erosion pins
microclimate measurements
sediment size
beach width
sand traps

regional weather data
moisture content
niveo-aeolian deposits
ground surveys
site observations
     
Dune Features Inventory

Methods: next page

 

 

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Last updated 03/23/10.