Big Sur Growth Spurt

A $4.5-million 784 acre parcel at the southern boundry to Big Sur has been purchased by the US Forest Service.

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September 24, 2000, 9:45 AM PDT

The 1.75-million-acre Los Padres National Forest has grown, thanks to a purchase of 784 acres by the US Forest Service. This area is the southernmost home to the state's coastal redwoods. It is hoped that Congress will permanently fund a conservation endowment to protect US natural resources.

Thanks to Gwenn Hilburn

Read the full story: U.S.Buys Big Sur Parcel to Expand National Forest

Sunday, September 24, 2000 in The Los Angeles Times

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