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La Garita Mountains grew from volcanic explosions 35 million years ago

A photo of the The Wheeler Geologic Area on the Rio Grande National Forest.
The Wheeler Geologic Area on the Rio Grande National Forest offers a glimpse into a violent volcanic past with hoodoos and multi-colored tuff that has been slowly eroding for millions of years. (USDA Forest Service Photo by Michael Blakeman) Looking out over the La Garita Wilderness Area in Southwest…
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Critical Minerals Projects

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Natural Resources

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The health of our nation depends, in many ways, on the vitality of our nation’s forests and grasslands. These natural resources contribute a variety of essential elements to our well-being, including clean air, water and soil. Shades of Green is one in a series of videos that how the Tongass National Forest protects natural resources.  Minerals & GeologyThe Minerals and Geology…
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