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The Buried Forest of Alaska's Kruzof Island: a Window into the Past

March 07, 2014 James Baichtal, Tongass National Forest, U.S. Forest Service

Seldom does one find a way to directly date a prehistoric volcanic eruption, but 11-year-old Blake LaPerriere opened such a door for excited scientists in Southeast Alaska. Last September, Blake, his parents, and his younger brothers were exploring a beach on southwestern Kruzof Island, part of the...

Forestry

Buried Alive: The Petrifying True Story of a Forest Turned to Stone

June 26, 2013 Michael Fracasso, Minerals and Geology Management, and L.F. Chambers, Office of Communication, U.S. Forest Service

Imagine nearing the remote, rugged crest of the Gallatin Range in Montana’s Gallatin National Forest. As you scramble up-slope, you put your hand against what appears to be a lightning-blasted stump for balance. But the stump is not weather-polished wood—it’s made of stone. These are the 50-million...

Forestry

This Travel Season Take a Drive Through the Volcanoes

May 07, 2012 Keith Riggs, Office of Communication, U.S. Forest Service

Welcome to the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway All American Road. This 500-mile byway celebrates the spectacular scenery of the volcanic landscapes between Lake Almanor in California and Crater Lake, Oregon. Along this journey from volcano to volcano you’ll find opportunities for adventure, exploration...

Forestry

Mount St. Helens Videos Receive National Awards

April 03, 2012 Keith Riggs, Office of Communication, U.S. Forest Service

Two new Forest Service films have been honored with prestigious Silver Telly Awards for excellence in non-fiction filmmaking.

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