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Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

This Florida State Park Looks Like North Carolina-With Waterfalls, Hiking Trails, and One of the World's Rarest Trees

Torreya State Park features rugged, forested highlands, endangered torreya trees, seasonal foliage, and accessible visitor amenities with low entry fees and year-round hours.
Environment
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

A century ago, the government hired unemployed young men to build America's forests, trails, and parks. Photos show FDR's 'tree army.'

The Civilian Conservation Corps played a vital role in U.S. conservation efforts, contributing over 2 billion trees and significantly altering the landscape.
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