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We Plant it Forward preserves and restores the natural environment of North Carolina for the benefit of future generations through hands-on activities, community engagement, and environmental education.

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A Guide to Measuring Stream Water Quality

Water is one of the most important resources on Earth that all plants and animals must have to survive. In order to keep a sustainable supply of usable water, we must measure and maintain the water quality of our water sources. To get a measure of the overall water quality of a water system, scientists often examine streams because they are the source of most bodies of water like oceans and lakes.

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Discover the benefits of trees

Did you know that trees help cool the Earth, reduce energy consumption, filter pollutants, and more?

Take time today to learn how trees benefit us all!