Hubbard Brook Snowpack Removal Study (IMAGE) Advanced Science Research Center, GC/CUNY Caption Researchers removed snowpack from various plots, such as the one seen here, to assess the potential environmental impact of reduced snowpack on northeast hardwood forests over time. Credit Pamela Templer Usage Restrictions Can be used in conjunction with the corresponding study only. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.