Wiggers, Raymond
WIGGERS, Raymond
WIGGERS, Raymond. American, b. 1952. Genres: Earth sciences. Career: Environmental protection geologist with the Illinois E.P.A., 1979-80; self- employed horticulturist, 1980-92; classical music announcer and program host for public radio, 1988-90; national park service ranger and environmental education specialist, 1992-93; Illinois State Museum, Springfield, IL, museum editor and curator of publications, 1993-. Publications: Picture Guide to Tree Leaves, 1991; The Amateur Geologist: Explorations and Investigations, 1993; The Plant Explorer's Guide to New England, 1994. Author of newspaper articles on horticultural topics. Address: 9808 Michigan Blvd., Zion, IL 60099, U.S.A.
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