Collaborative Adaptive Management

Collaborative Adaptive Management is a practical approach to managing natural resources, where stakeholders—including scientists, government agencies, and local communities—work together to set goals, implement actions, monitor outcomes, and adjust strategies as needed. This process recognizes that ecosystems are complex and change over time, so management decisions are flexible and based on ongoing learning. By collaborating and adapting, everyone benefits from more effective, sustainable solutions that consider multiple perspectives and new information, ultimately helping to protect and preserve natural resources for the future.