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Legacy of Conservation: Beal Pinetum and American Forestry

Explore the rich history and impact of the Beal Pinetum, birthplace of American forestry, established by George Washington Vanderbilt, Frederick Law Olmsted, and Gifford Pinchot. Discover the legacy of Carl Alwin Schenck, the "Cradle" of Forestry, and the pioneering work since 1902 by the Department of Forestry. Celebrate 100 years of the Beal Pinetum at Biltmore Estate, with a site index of 61 feet and a net volume of 45,470 board feet per acre.

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Legacy of Conservation: Beal Pinetum and American Forestry

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  1. The Biltmore Estate Birthplace of American Forestry

  2. George Washington Vanderbilt (1862-1914)

  3. Frederick Law Olmsted

  4. Pisgah N.F.

  5. Gifford Pinchot 1892-1895

  6. Carl Alwin Schenck 1895-1899

  7. “Cradle” of Forestry B

  8. MSU’s Beal Pinetum at 100 years (1996)

  9. Beal Pinetum BA 180 ft2/acre

  10. Beal Pinetum: • Site Index 61 feet • Net volume 45,470 board feet/acre

  11. Department of Forestry Since 1902

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