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Blanket of coastal fog in northern California's Humboldt Redwoods State Park. Photograph by Michael Nichols79

The Tallest Trees on Earth- Redwoods

These trees that are discussed here can grow to be the tallest trees on earth producing timber, safeguarding clear waters and providing home for a countless number of forest species, if we let them...

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Poem: The Forest

The Forest The loggers leave a path: mud streaks, hewn branches, stumps, scarred trees, boulders askew- marks left as if a titan has been dragged screaming through the forest. The formerly...

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A Guide to Snowmobiling

Snowmobiles are great to enjoy with family and friends. I have been snowmobiling for a number of years in the Sierra's. This is a fun activity whether you are up in the back country of the Sierra's or the...

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Ruta de los Siete Lago, the Seven Lakes Road, travels from San Martin de los Andes to Villa la Angostura.  Along the way it passes numerous streams, mountain lakes, and stunning forests.70

Travel Attraction : San Martin de los Andes

Ruta de los Siete Lago, the Seven Lakes Road, travels from San Martin de los Andes to Villa la Angostura. Along the way it passes numerous streams, mountain lakes, and stunning forests. San Martin de los...

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Plastic or paper? Paper is best for the environment

Choose paper over plastic for the best environmental product. Plastics that contain phthalates are highly toxic. Sustainable forestry protects and improves the environment. Plastic recycling needs more emphasis.

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Viscaya Static Baby Crib - Solid FSC Certified Aspen Wood $57947

Baby Nursery Furniture That's Actually Affordable

After much time spent searching for affordable, eco friendly baby nursery furniture made in the USA of FSC (Forestry Stewardship Council) certified, responsibly managed & harvested hardwoods (yea, a lot to...

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Shopping "Green" - the Definitions

Eco-friendly "green" terms are being sold to us constantly now. But what do the terms really mean? Quite often, when we look for a "green" product it has a label identifying it as eco-friendly and good for...

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myfavoriteenvironmentalgroups

In Australia, there are a number of national and international environment groups, as well as local and state groups that really care about the environment, our forests, our oceans, reefs and the planet in...

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A favorite urban tree is the Autumn Purple American Ash. It's resistant to pollution and pests, grows to a nice, shady 50-60 feet and displays beautiful fall colors of purple and deep crimson.56

Treacherous Trees

Poet Joyce Kilmer wrote: "I think that I shall never see a poemas lovely as a tree." Throughout history, trees have inspired poets and held a place in the hearts of nature lovers young and old. Practically...

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NRC team in front of their new Wisconsin headquarters located just off Interstate I-94 between Madison and Milwaukee in Cottage Grove.66

Natural Resources Consulting Committed to Enviromental Stewardship

NRC team in front of their new Wisconsin headquarters located just off Interstate I-94 between Madison and Milwaukee in Cottage Grove.Originally published in The Herald-Independent newspaper'sJuly 31, 2008...

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