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Appalachian Mountain Club Seeks Volunteers

MONDAY, 29 MAY 2006

According to a news report published in www.alpinezone.com, the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is seeking volunteers which include hikers and outdoor enthusiasts to participate in its Mountain Watch science program on June 10-18.

The event is scheduled to coincide with the Alpine Flower Watch Week (AFWW). In the science program, volunteers will be documenting seasonal events such as, "the blooming of alpine flowers and the onset of fall leaf coloration in the higher elevations," the article said.

The collective observations of the volunteers will then help in the creation of a long-term "ecological database" which in turn will help in providing a deeper understanding of how climate change and other factors affect mountain habitats. In that way, Mountain Watch and AFWW can raise awareness of fragile ecosystems and encourage mountain stewardship.

To read more of the article and for information on how you can volunteer, visit Alpine Zone's website at www.alpinezone.com

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