In Wisconsin  Civilian Conservation Corps

Find out how the CCC Boys made conservation history at the UW Arboretum. Details

 

Program: In Wisconsin

Episode: Civilian Conservation Corps

An amazing story from Wisconsin's heralded conservation history can be found in the middle of Madison. The University of Wisconsin Arboretum is the site of the nation's very first restored prairie. This amazing achievement was directed by Aldo Leopold and built by members of the Camp Madison Civilian Conservation Corps. Find out how the CCC Boys made history.

• Visit the Civilian Conservation Corps webpage

Duration: (6:06)
Premiere Date: 12/02/2010
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: TV-G


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