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FEDERATION OF WESTERN OUTDOOR CLUBS







_NO.15_
_CALIFORNIA EUCALYPTUS_





Since the introduction of eucalyptus into California in the 1800's two problems have developed.

1.  Eucalyptus has encroached into natural plant communities in many cases totally replacing native species.

2.  Flammable fuels (leaves, bark and branches) have accumulated under these trees which would greatly increase the intensity of potential wildfires.

The National Park Service and the California Department of Parks and Recreation are dedicated to the gradual removal of this non-native species from lands under their control.

The Federation of Western Outdoor Clubs supports the efforts of these agencies when due regard is paid to environmental concerns such as slope stabilization, erosion control and restoration of the site with endemic native biota.






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