This is the first volume specifically dedicated to the consolidation and clarification of Heritage Studies as a distinct field with its own means of investigation. It presents the range of methods that can be used and illustrates their application through case studies from different parts of the world, including the UK and USA. The challenge that the collection makes explicit is that Heritage Studies must develop a stronger recognition of the scope and nature of its data and a concise yet explorative understanding of its analytical methods. The methods considered fall within three broad categories: textual/discourse analysis, methods for investigating people’s attitudes and behaviour; and methods for exploring the material qualities of heritage. The methods discussed and illustrated range from techniques such as text analysis, interviews, participant observation, to semiotic analysis of heritage sites and the use of GIS. Each paper discusses the ways in which methods used in social analysis generally are explored and adapted to the specific demands that arise when applied to the investigation of heritage in its many forms. Heritage Studies is a seminal volume that will help to define the field. The global perspective and the shared focus upon the development of reflexive methodologies ensure that the volume explores these central issues in a manner that is simultaneously case-specific and of general relevance.

The proposed action is to revise existing multiple use direction for the Mt. Hood National Forest portion of the Clackamas Planning Unit (353,779 acres) and 1000 acres of the Willamette National Forest portion of Mt. Jefferson Addition RARE II Area (6101). It does not establish direction for that portion of the Bull of the Woods not recommended for wilderness on the Willamette National Forest which is included within the Clackamas Planning Unit boundary. This area lies within Clackamas, Marion and Jefferson Counties, Oregon. The entire Planning Unit contains the Bull of the Woods (6098), Olallie (6099) and Mt. Jefferson Addition (6101) RARE II areas. The Planning Unit boundary has been extended to include the Willamette's portion of the identified roadless area 6101 and 6098. This statement has been prepared in accordance with interim regulations for the National Forest Management Act of 1976. A number of public issues and management concerns were identified at the beginning of the planning process. These centered around wilderness designation, fish habitat, Olallie Lake, old growth, reforestation, water quality, fire management, timber production, energy development and commercial service facilities at Ripplebrook.