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240 inches of rain a year ... yes, it is a rain forest. (Caribbean National Forest, Puerto Rico)
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February 1, 1992|
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The only tropical rain forest in the U.S. national forest system, Puerto Rico's Caribbean National Forest, was devastated by Hurricane Hugo in 1989. Winds stripped trees bare and swamped trails with deadfall.
But the forest's leafy roof has already recovered, and trails are being repaired. If you're planning a Puerto Rico trip, the rain forest is worth adding as a day trip from San Juan. Now into May is generally the dry season and a good time to visit.
GIANT FERNS, TINY FROGS
Under the canopy of twisted vines, waving palms, and giant tree ...
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Magazine article from: The Catholic Historical Review
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Superintendent communicates with council on city-school tax package. (Philadelphia; Constance E. Clayton)
PR Newswire
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Magazine article from: National Catholic Reporter
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Transcript from: NPR All Things Considered
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Interview: Constance Stelzenmuller discusses Germany's reaction to President Bush's State of the Union speech
Transcript from: NPR All Things Considered
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