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California Desert Gems
New monuments protect pristine landscapes and rich biodiversity
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February 12, 2016
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California Desert Gems
Jack Thompson/The Wildlands Conservancy
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Jack Thompson/The Wildlands Conservancy
Jack Thompson/The Wildlands Conservancy
Jack Thompson/The Wildlands Conservancy
Jack Thompson/The Wildlands Conservancy
Jack Thompson/The Wildlands Conservancy
Jack Thompson/The Wildlands Conservancy
Jack Thompson/The Wildlands Conservancy
Desert Dandelions, Cady Mountains Proposed Wilderness Area, CA
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John Dittli Photography
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David Lamfrom/National Parks Conservation Association
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