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July 2003
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Wildfire season heats up in the West and drought conditions persist .
American Forests reports finding a 27 percent tree loss in San Diego.
American Forests plans a trip to South Africa.
American Forests'July Feature Creature: The gopher tortoise.
Announcements

Fire Season Heats Up in the West
Although wet on the East Coast, the dry conditions of the West are sparking an early wildfire season. Whole Story

Trees to Save San Diego Millions
American Forests' new study shows that San Diego is among the many cities in need of trees-- a benefit the environment and the city budget. Whole Story

Register for the National Urban Forest Conference by July 31
As summer heats up, the Conference is on the horizon. Register between today and July 31 to save $50. Whole Story

American Forests and People to People Go to South Africa
Ever wondered what the trees and forests look like in Africa? People to People and American Forests will host a trip in November. Whole Story
National Big Tree Register Nominations Due July 15
American Forests has extended the deadline for Big Tree nominations. Whole Story
What's Happening
US Forests Challenged by Climate Change
Among the many threats to America's most beautiful forests, climate change is a top concern. Whole Story
Paper Company Backs Out, Leaves Ancient Trees Alone
Thanks to some concerned citizens and the Chilean government, a paper company has a change of heart. Whole Story
Tree Sitter Update
Still sitting up there? Yes, but this time, sitters are worried as logging company's anger intensifies. Whole Story
Logging Leftovers Provide New Energy Source
New memorandum promotes use of all leftover wood scraps as a source of energy. Whole Story
American Forests’ Feature Creature: The Gopher Tortoise
It's true that a tortoise doesn't live in a tree, but as their forested habitat disappears, so do they. Whole Story

Tree Trivia
Question: Question: Which tree seed stays in flight the longest- carried by air from anywhere between a couple of minutes to a couple of days?
A) Redcedar tree seeds
B) Cottonwood tree seeds
C) Maple tree seeds
D) Douglas-fir tree seeds
(From www.treesatlanta.org)

If you answer correctly, you will be automatically included in the July drawing to win a tree! One lucky winner will receive an Historic Tree (species depends on your local climate) from American Forests' Historic Tree Nursery.

Fun Fact: One acre of trees eliminates as much carbon dioxide from the air as produced from driving a car 26,000 miles!

Answer to the June question:corkwood is the smallest Big Tree. June's drawing winner is Charles Gibson!

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