In addition to my botany work at the Bureau of Land Management, this month I had the opportunity to participate in a study conducted by another federal agency, the USGS. The study aims to determine the effects of various vegetation treatments on sage grouse habitat, and to identify any benefits of different treatments for sage grouse. During my two weeks camping in the field, I acquired valuable experience conducting vegetation point transect surveys as well as subplot vegetation sampling to determine species composition, cover and abundance. My time with the USGS has been great for many reasons. Working with a knowledgeable and experienced field crew has increased my field skills, I learned more about the flora of the region, and I met great people!