A natural resource inventory can be rapid, taking only a day, to thorough, taking several weeks. The product of an inventory is generally a document with accompanying maps, but could also include a slide presentation or a walking tour of the property.
Elements can include any and all of the following:
Rare species search
Botanical inventory
Wildlife inventory
Natural community mapping
Trail mapping
Inventory of cultural features (e.g. stonewalls, cellar holes)
Invasive species mapping
Management recommendations
Photographic documentation