George Hess @ NC State
George Hess @ NC State
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>> Through June, I'm generally on campus M-Th. If you'd like to meet, please reach out by eMail and we can make arrangements.
>> Through June, I'm generally on campus M-Th. If you'd like to meet, please reach out by eMail and we can make arrangements.
>> July - December, I'm on campus 2-4 times a month as I'm partially retired (off second half of year). If you'd like to meet or talk, please reach out by eMail and we can make arrangements.
>> July - December, I'm on campus 2-4 times a month as I'm partially retired (off second half of year). If you'd like to meet or talk, please reach out by eMail and we can make arrangements.
>> I'm no longer accepting new graduate students.
>> I'm no longer accepting new graduate students.
The area of developed land increased by 92,999 acres to more than 487,000 acres (2000-2021) in response to a population increase of 71% to 2.04 million people (2000-2022).
Protected open space increased by 73,347 acres (50%) to 219,414 acres (2000-2023), far less than the area of developed land in the region.
If we are targeting 30% of the region to be in protected open space - which at least 2 counties have adopted officially as a goal - we need to triple the amount of protected areas from the current 10%.
Working to conserve green spaces in sub/urbanizing areas and to keep people connected with nature.
Working to conserve green spaces in sub/urbanizing areas and to keep people connected with nature.
Teaching Calendar
Teaching Calendar
I no longer teach Fall courses (semi-retired).
I no longer teach Fall courses (semi-retired).
... is a project-centered course in which you will learn natural resources inventory technqiues by working with a community partner to address real needs.
... is a project-centered course in which you will learn natural resources inventory technqiues by working with a community partner to address real needs.
Spring 2026 (TuTh 10:15-11:30 / W 12:50-15:35).
Spring 2026 (TuTh 10:15-11:30 / W 12:50-15:35).
... will help prepare you for the Federal Part 107 exam; always web-available. Periodically offered as a course that includes drone piloting experience.
... will help prepare you for the Federal Part 107 exam; always web-available. Periodically offered as a course that includes drone piloting experience.
Spring 2026 (Tu 15:00-17:45) with instructor consent.
Spring 2026 (Tu 15:00-17:45) with instructor consent.
MayMester 2026 (tentative) no-cost (other than $25 text), no credit offering, with instructor consent.
MayMester 2026 (tentative) no-cost (other than $25 text), no credit offering, with instructor consent.
... presents images, text, and videos designed to help you create an effective poster presentation.
... presents images, text, and videos designed to help you create an effective poster presentation.
Web-Based, Self-Paced.
Web-Based, Self-Paced.
Things I Do
Things I Do
Engaged Learning. In my courses, we work with local land management agencies in learning environments that combine technical material with professional development in teamwork, leadership, and communication.
Engaged Learning. In my courses, we work with local land management agencies in learning environments that combine technical material with professional development in teamwork, leadership, and communication.
[ Image: Working on the 286 Property, 2024 ]
Cycling is a life-long passion. I ride for transportation, health, and just for the joy of it! We've made progress, but this region could be a better place for cyclists. I used to favor integration of cyclists into the traffic stream, but now favor more protected lanes.
Cycling is a life-long passion. I ride for transportation, health, and just for the joy of it! We've made progress, but this region could be a better place for cyclists. I used to favor integration of cyclists into the traffic stream, but now favor more protected lanes.
[ Image: My favorite ride ]
Photography. I've been involved in photography since age 10, including a short stint as a feature photographer in Prescott, Arizona. This passion allows me to see and share things from different perspectives. Each month (or so), I post a new image in this space.
Photography. I've been involved in photography since age 10, including a short stint as a feature photographer in Prescott, Arizona. This passion allows me to see and share things from different perspectives. Each month (or so), I post a new image in this space.
[ Image: Mission Beach, San Diego, CA, USA ]
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