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Imported from Africa seventy years ago to fight erosion, the buffelgrass plant is now spreading throughout Saguaro National Park and the hillside communities of Tucson, Arizona, bringing with it the risk of catastrophic wildfire. Host Jim Williams takes us to Saguaro National Park to meet some of th... (original story)
Posted from National Parks Conservation... 46 days ago
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If the Smithsonian can be called the nation's attic, then the National Park Service is most certainly the entire house--caring for the wealth of America's archaeological sites, cultural treasures, and historic artifacts. Park Stories host Jim Williams introduces us to the Park Service professionals ... (original story)
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The giant saguaro cactus is one of the many features of Saguaro National Park that lures travelers to this park in Tucson, Arizona. But this inspiring Sonoran desert landscape has also lured development, which, as Park Stories host Jim Williams reports, is increasing biting at the edges of Saguaro N... (original story)
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Visitors to Sequoia National Park in California are often awed by the impressive trees, but dismayed by the pollution that clouds the park's scenic views and harms wildlife. Fortunately, the nearby town of Visalia has an innovative solution, and is encouraging visitors and residents to get on board!... (original story)