Barker discusses assisted migration and assisted gene flow with Jess Shamek, a field

botanist and researcher focused on the adaptive capacity of Oregon White Oak. The

conversation covers the definitions and importance of these practices in the context of

climate change, best management practices, and the interconnectedness of forestry,

farming, and ecology. They also discuss several tools and frameworks, such as the RAD

framework, ClimateNA, and the Seed-lot Selection Tool, for planning and decision-making

in forest management. Throughout the episode, there is an emphasis on understanding the

risks, increasing genetic and species diversity, and learning from past introductions of non-

native plants. For more information and resources concerning this episode and more, go to inthewoodspodcast.com.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:38 Meet Your Host: Jake Barker

00:44 Today's Topic: Assisted Migration and Gene Flow

01:17 Guest Introduction: Jess Shamek

03:54 Defining Assisted Migration

07:02 Understanding Assisted Gene Flow

12:17 Best Management Practices in Climate Change

21:41 The Role of Large-Scale Disturbances

26:09 Climate Change and Plant Communities

26:42 Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Ecosystems

27:15 Increasing Genetic and Species Diversity

29:45 Challenges and Testing of BMPs

31:37 Tools for Climate Adaptation

34:16 Species Distribution Models and Climate Data

40:42 Assisted Migration and Horticultural Practices

44:50 Final Thoughts and Resources