Conversion factor update sampling in Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts - pilot phase

The objectives of this project were: 1. Develop a statistically viable sampling design for conversion factor update sampling. 2. Write specific sampling protocols for a select group of species identified by the partners. 3. Implement and test the sampling design and protocols on a group of representative species in ME, NH and MA. 4. Evaluate the success of the design and implementation of this project and make recommendations to ACCSP on future research in this area. Grant no. NA08NMF4740488