CHICO FORESTRY STATION AND NURSERY - Chico, CA
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saopaulo1
N 39° 44.709 W 121° 48.586
10S E 601975 N 4400149
One of the nation's first forestry station.
Waymark Code: WM4B6K
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 07/31/2008
Views: 29
In 1888, the State Board of Forestry established an experimental forestry station and nursery. It and the Santa Monica station established in 1887 were the first such stations in the Nation. Exotic and native trees were tested and produced for scientific and conservation purposes. The station was operated by the Board of Forestry until 1903.
Marker Number: 840.00
Marker Name: CHICO FORESTRY STATION AND NURSERY
County: Butte
Has Official CA Plaque: yes
Location:
Bidwell Nature Center, Cedar Grove Picnic Area, Cedar Grove and E 8th, Bidwell Park, Chico
Marker Dedication Date: Not listed
Website: Not listed
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