Physical characteristics such as landforms, bodies of water, climate, and natural resources in North America play a significant role in shaping settlement patterns. Major features like the Mississippi River System, Appalachian Mountains, Rocky Mountains, and Canadian Shield have influenced how and w

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Georgia's geography is characterized by its unique physical features, including mountains to the north and the largest swamp in North America to the south. This state boasts a varied landscape comprising five distinct geographic regions: Blue Ridge Mountains, Valley and Ridge, Appalachian Plateau, P

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Key physical features such as the Fall Line, Okefenokee Swamp, and Appalachian Mountains have played crucial roles in Georgia's development. The Fall Line served as a natural boundary impacting the navigability of rivers and the location of important cities. The Okefenokee Swamp provided habitat for

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Explore the role of rhetoric in Central Appalachia's material culture through traditional gravestones, studying beliefs and values using artifacts, semiotics, and the evolution of cemetery symbolism over time. Discover how codes on graves convey messages on death and grief within the Appalachian con

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The Green Bank for Rural America aims to support economic growth by growing the next-generation energy economy, creating quality jobs in distressed communities, and reducing carbon footprints. Through funding from various sources, the bank will target communities in the Appalachian region and beyond

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Dive into the diverse world of Appalachian music, where a blend of instrumental and vocal styles created by Appalachian musicians reflects the unique rural society and technological changes. Discover the origins of instruments like the banjo and dulcimer, and witness the evolution of Appalachian mus

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The geology of the United States is diverse and fascinating, organized into 10 key geologic provinces along with Hawaii and Alaska. Orogeny processes have shaped the land over time, adding new land to the Precambrian craton. Geologic maps depict the location and age of rocks in the uppermost crust u

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The Appalachian Research Initiative for Environmental Science (ARIES) led by Dr. John R. Craynon emphasizes the importance of science-based approaches in energy projects. ARIES focuses on areas like coal mining, natural gas, electricity generation, and renewables, with a strong emphasis on coal mini

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Backpack camping skills shakedowns for Philmont crews are crucial for a successful trek. This guide by Karen "BigK" Rosencrans provides detailed locations in New Jersey, educational objectives, and why overnights are preferred for shakedowns. It emphasizes the importance of team learning, program pr

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Examining the significance of rural education through reports, indicators, and data sources, while delving into what defines rural areas and cautioning against misinterpreting averages. The presentation at the Appalachian Higher Education Network Conference emphasizes the importance of understanding

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