The lush meadows and dense conifer stands of Santa Fe National Forest beckon thousands of outdoor enthusiasts each year with some of the finest mountain scenery in the Southwest. On behalf of the USDA Forest Service, the Fund protected Gascon Point, a pivotally positioned 1,600-acre inholding within the forest's Pecos Wilderness Area. The newly protected acreage is frequented by healthy populations of elk, black bear and bighorn sheep.
Dubbed the "biological crossroads of North America," Big Thicket attracts hikers, campers and outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy its lush forests, cypress swamps, creeks and bayous. We now have the opportunity to protect the forests of Big Thicket and celebrate the cultural and historic treasures of the Texas Pineywoods region.
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