Montezuma National Forest, Colorado (1939)

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

United States. Forest Service. Rocky Mountain Region

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Montezuma National Forest, Colorado (1939)" is a scientific publication produced by the United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, during the early 20th century. This informative book focuses on the establishment and intricate details of the Montezuma National Forest, covering its geography, history, ecology, and the diverse resources it provides. It serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the importance of forest management and conservation. The book illustrates the history of the Montezuma National Forest from its establishment by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1905, to the development of various industries such as timber, mining, and livestock grazing in the surrounding areas. It details the forest's ecological significance, including its role in watershed protection, available recreational activities, and extensive natural resources. Additionally, it highlights the management practices employed to ensure sustainable use of these resources while educating visitors on forest fire prevention and environmental preservation. Overall, it serves as both an educational resource and a celebration of the natural beauty and historical significance of the Montezuma National Forest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Montezuma National Forest at Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montezuma_National_Forest

Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-03-04